Southwest Portland Travel Guide

Portland

A cable car system, a cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.
A cable car system, a cityscape with buildings, a lake, and a mountain in the distance.
A serene pond with a small stone pagoda, lush greenery, and a waterfall in the background.
A cable car system with a cable car in motion, a bridge, and a mountainous backdrop.
A cable car system in a cityscape with tall buildings and a river.

Stay near popular Southwest Portland attractions

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Oregon Zoo

8.8/10 (2,016 reviews)
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
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Things to do

Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown

฿2,938
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise

Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River

฿4,231
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting

Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting

฿1,443
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

฿886
per adult
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Portland City Tour

Portland City Tour

฿2,187
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Portland City Tour
Discover Portland A Guided Tour

Discover Portland: A Self-Guided Tour

฿153
per adult
Discover Portland: A Self-Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Southwest Portland

The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is ฿3,896 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,896
฿4,541 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,766 reviews)
"Room Amazing no complaints"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Heathman Hotel

Heathman Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1001 SW Broadway Portland OR
The price is ฿3,359 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿3,359
฿5,064 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,095 reviews)
"The hotel was in a great area for us and the staff were nice. We could do a lot in a walking distance of the hotel. The downsides were the bathroom and the door to the room. The bathroom had a funky musky smell and the front door wasn’t sealed at the bottom so you could hear all of the hallway noise. ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Heathman Hotel
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

3 out of 5
2080 SW River Drive Portland OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,974 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,974
฿4,610 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,739 reviews)
"We had a suite, it was awesome! Hotel was located very close to the river, which was great for taking walks. We felt comfortable walking in the area. Breakfast selections were good. Staff was super friendly."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

3.5 out of 5
550 SW Oak Street Portland OR
The price is ฿3,732 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿3,732
฿4,329 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,608 reviews)
"Good place to stay for Portland Marathon."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Mark Spencer Hotel

Mark Spencer Hotel

3 out of 5
409 Sw 11th Ave Portland OR
The price is ฿3,737 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,737
฿4,335 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
Mark Spencer Hotel
The Clyde Hotel Portland by Kasa Living

The Clyde Hotel Portland by Kasa Living

3.5 out of 5
1022 SW Harvey Milk St Portland OR
The price is ฿1,782 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿1,782
฿2,651 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (767 reviews)
"Very clean, great area, lovely staff."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

The Clyde Hotel Portland by Kasa Living
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Where to stay in Southwest Portland

Find the best Southwest Portland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Portland

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.

The Moda Center with a clear sky, trees, and a pedestrian area.

Northeast Portland

While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or The Grotto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.

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Pearl District

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.

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Southeast Portland

Travellers choose Southeast Portland for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at SE Powell Boulevard Station or SE Holgate Boulevard Station and check out top sights like Mall 205.

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Buckman

If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Revolution Hall or Experiment PDX and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.

Southwest Portland Travel Guide