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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Photo by Charles Arcudi
Open Photo by Charles Arcudi

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

฿2,886
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
From Portland: Columbia Gorge Waterfalls Tour

From Portland: Columbia Gorge Waterfalls Tour

฿2,919
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Portland: Columbia Gorge Waterfalls Tour
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
Picture 11 for Activity Portland: Champagne Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

฿3,444
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,700 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿3,700
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (3,691 reviews)
"The Paramount is a very affordable hotel in Portland and far exceeded our expectations. The rooms were spacious and clean, and the hotel staff were friendly and helpful. We would totally stay here again!:)"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

3 out of 5
2080 SW River Drive Portland OR
The price is ฿3,881 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,881
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (2,711 reviews)
"Staff were kind and helpful. The fold out bed had stains on it and was uncomfortable."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Mark Spencer Hotel

Mark Spencer Hotel

3 out of 5
409 Sw 11th Ave Portland OR
The price is ฿3,655 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿3,655
per night
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,435 reviews)
"We stayed in a corner room. We liked the layout. But I didn’t like how heavy the coffee table was when we went to pull out the sofa bed. I also would have liked to have the sheets blanket and pillows in the room so I didn’t have to call down. The bathroom door was a pocket door that had no lock. ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Mark Spencer Hotel
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 ฿3,789 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,789
per night
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (2,567 reviews)
"B"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1355 SW 2nd Ave. Portland OR
The price is ฿4,022 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,022
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
Moxy Portland Downtown

Moxy Portland Downtown

3 out of 5
585 SW 10TH AVENUE Portland OR
The price is ฿3,607 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,607
per night
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Moxy Portland Downtown
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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.

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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 Powell's City of Books, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.

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Photo by Glenn Miller
Open Photo by Glenn Miller

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 Experiment PDX or Grand Central 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