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

฿2,945
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting

Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting

฿1,607
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise

Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River

฿4,318
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

฿1,004
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

฿3,514
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland City Tour

Portland City Tour

฿2,231
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Portland City 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 ฿3,741 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,741
฿4,360 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
The Paramount Hotel
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
545 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is ฿6,152 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿6,152
฿7,137 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The bed was very very soft. You literally sink into the bed. Just some info for others."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

The Duniway Portland A Hilton 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 ฿3,718 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,718
฿4,356 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (2,510 reviews)
"This my experience, do what you will with it. I had bed bugs in my room once I called the front desk she did offer me a new room and sent a key up. At that point I was crying due to having a long day at the airport and it just felt like one thing after another. The employee brought me the key and ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

3 out of 5
2080 SW River Drive Portland OR
The price is ฿4,648 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿4,648
฿5,391 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,680 reviews)
"Safe area with a great location. You can almost walk to everything. Parking was available close by at a reasonable rate. Great 4 night stay for me and my family."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

4.5 out of 5
506 SW Washington St Portland OR
The price is ฿3,451 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿3,451
฿5,166 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,249 reviews)
"The property was very clean, room was exceptionally large and very well taken care of. The staff were very helping with me and my daughter whatever we needed. They answered right away and accommodated us. I highly recommend this Hotel."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

5 out of 5
525 SW Morrison Street Portland OR
The price is ฿8,660 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿8,660
฿11,135 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Poor parking arrangements. Inquiries about parking were ignored repeatedly. Eventually some questions were answered (no electric charging) but others still ignored.One got the feeling they didn’t want to give a straight answer."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
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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.

A river with a bridge, a red building with 'OMSI' on it, and a modern glass building in the background.
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 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