Portland, OR

Travel Guide

Steel Bridge which includes a bridge and a river or creek
Alphabet Historic District which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people
Hawthorne Bridge which includes a city, night scenes and a bridge
Portland showing mountains, landscape views and views
Portland Japanese Garden which includes a park and forests

Portland Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Portland

Downtown Portland - South Waterfront showing picnicing, boating and a bay or harbor

Downtown Portland

4.5/5(4,488 area reviews)

Explore the Portland Art Museum, Oregon Historical Society, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park in this central business district with high-rise buildings. Enjoy walkable streets, and easily access public transportation like MAX light rail and Portland Streetcar.

Downtown Portland
Alberta Street showing outdoor art

Northeast Portland

Inner Northeast Portland boasts shopping areas like Lloyd District and Alberta Arts District, while the area near Burnside Bridge offers a lively nightlife with bars such as The Chesterfield and music venues like The Doug Fir Lounge.

Northeast Portland
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

Southeast Portland

Stretching from the Willamette River to Gresham, Southeast Portland boasts the scenic Mt. Tabor Park and the quirky Hawthorne district with its subculturally oriented shops. Don't miss exploring Reed College campus!

Southeast Portland
Pearl District which includes outdoor art

Pearl District

4.5/5(527 area reviews)

Discover art galleries like Elizabeth Leach Gallery, dine at diverse restaurants, and unwind in public plazas such as Jamison Square. Easily navigate with the Portland Streetcar and explore nearby iconic Powell's City of Books.

Pearl District
Portland which includes a garden and landscape views as well as a couple

Southwest Portland

Downtown Portland boasts cultural, educational, and retail hotspots, with attractions like Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland Art Museum, and Pioneer Place mall. Enjoy pedestrian-friendly streets and unique residential areas in Southwest Portland.

Southwest Portland
Cathedral Park showing a bridge and a garden

North Portland

North Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like University Park Community Center and Portland International Raceway. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station.

North Portland
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG

Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG

3 out of 5
8439 Ne Columbia Blvd Portland OR
The price is AED 231 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
AED 231
AED 268 total
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,827 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on 21 December 2025

Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is AED 348 per night from Dec 26 to Dec 27
AED 348
AED 406 total
26 Dec - 27 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,090 reviews)
Spotless, well appointed room. Courteous staff & great location.

Reviewed on 21 December 2025

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 AED 449 per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
AED 449
AED 521 total
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Room and overall hotel was good. Clean, bed was comfortable, and it was decently quiet for being in downtown Portland! The only downside is there was some miscommunication with the hotel staff and the amenities offered. We were told the bar and lounge was open until 1am. It was about 11:30 when my ...

Reviewed on 1 December 2025

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Hillsboro

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Hillsboro

3 out of 5
3133 Ne Shute Rd Hillsboro OR
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hillsboro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,027 reviews)
Excellent for our weekend stay.

Reviewed on 22 December 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Hillsboro
Inn at Northrup Station

Inn at Northrup Station

3 out of 5
2025 NW Northrup Street Portland OR
Stay at this aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,132 reviews)
Everything about our stay was fantastic! We were welcomed warmly and enjoyed the salt water taffy as an extra pop of color and sweet treat. :) Our room was perfect, with more amenities than we even had anticipated, and the breakfast was delicious -- with several gluten free options and fresh fruit! ...

Reviewed on 16 December 2025

Inn at Northrup Station
Location, style and space! - Midcentury Modern Home - Steps from Restaurant Row

Location, style and space! - Midcentury Modern Home - Steps from Restaurant Row

Portland OR
Stay at this vacation home in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Moda Center and Oregon Zoo are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (326 reviews)
Oh my gosh this might have been the best bed I’ve slept in! The location is amazing - so much to walk to. Beautiful house and great communication. Would def stay again!

Reviewed on 17 November 2025

Location, style and space! - Midcentury Modern Home - Steps from Restaurant Row
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Portland

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
3756
5 - Excellent 42%
4 - Good
3696
4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
1217
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
192
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love this city.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Dirty, many homeless people

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Did not stay in Portland. Was just in and out of the airport to go elsewhere in Oregon.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I was born & raised in Portland. I had a business trip there, & used it as an opportunity to visit my parents, while there.

3/5 - Okay

BN

Not many food places were open nearby.

2/5 - Disappointing

RR

Very dirt. Three times more homeless tents on sidewalks, and off the interstate. I can't beilieve the city allows that.