Portland, OR

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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)

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.

Downtown Portland
Portland showing a cascade, landscape views and a bridge

Southwest Portland

Terwilliger Parkway and Marquam Nature Park are top sights in Southwest Portland, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop to see more sights in the area.

Southwest Portland
Alberta Street showing outdoor art

Northeast Portland

If you're spending time in Northeast Portland, check out sights like Moda Center or Colwood National Golf Course and hop on the metro to see more the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.

Northeast Portland
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

Southeast Portland

Consider a visit to Mt Tabor Park and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Southeast Portland. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at SE Powell Boulevard Station or SE Holgate Boulevard Station.

Southeast Portland
Vancouver showing heritage architecture

Downtown Vancouver

Travelers come to Downtown Vancouver for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Vancouver Farmers Market and Esther Short Park while you're in town.

Downtown Vancouver
Pearl District showing a city

Pearl District

4.5/5(527 area reviews)

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.

Pearl District
Shilo Inn Suites Hotel - Portland Airport
Shilo Inn Suites Hotel - Portland Airport
3 out of 5
11707 Ne Airport Way, Portland, OR
The price is AED97 per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
AED97
per night
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Jaime was helpful accommodating us, Joel the shuttle driver at night and the one in the morning we didn’t get his name we’re very friendly, and Norma in the restaurant are so nice and very friendly."

Reviewed on 30 May, 2024

Shilo Inn Suites Hotel - Portland Airport
The Paramount Hotel
The Paramount Hotel
3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St, Portland, OR
The price is AED126 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
AED126
per night
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,899 reviews)
"Excellent experience."

Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2024

The Paramount 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 AED110 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
AED110
per night
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,041 reviews)
"It was a great hotel and a pleasurable experience. The staff were amazing and helped us with all of our needs and actually guide us to a really really amazing restaurant nearby. We will definitely look to stay there again in the near future."

Reviewed on 31 May, 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
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 Hillsboro - An All-Suite Hotel
Larkspur Landing Hillsboro - An All-Suite Hotel
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,471 reviews)
"It was convenient & reasonably priced. It is showing it's age and needs an updae."

Reviewed on 29 May, 2024

Larkspur Landing Hillsboro - An All-Suite Hotel
Inn at Northrup Station
Inn at Northrup Station
3 out of 5
2025 NW Northrup Street, Portland, OR
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,882 reviews)
"kitschy"

Reviewed on 29 Apr, 2024

Inn at Northrup Station
Panoramic Riverside and Lush Forests Views, Pet Friendly, New Décor, Steps Away From Dockside
Panoramic Riverside and Lush Forests Views, Pet Friendly, New Décor, Steps Away From Dockside
West Linn
Stay at this cottage in West Linn. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Oregon Golf Club and Oswego Hills Vineyard and Winery ...
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
True Slice of Paradise
"This rental surpassed all our expectations in every way! I’ve stayed in numerous vacation rentals over the years, and this one was by far the best. The setting in the forest and on the Tualatin River was surreal. The attention to detail amazing. The Goat Shed & Zen dens were quite clean & cozy. As ..."

Reviewed on 1 May, 2024

Panoramic Riverside and Lush Forests Views, Pet Friendly, New Décor, Steps Away From Dockside
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

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 2, 2020

Love this city.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler
Jun 2, 2020

Dirty, many homeless people

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
May 31, 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 27, 2020

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
May 25, 2020

Not many food places were open nearby.

2/5 - Disappointing

RR
May 14, 2020

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

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