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 Moda 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
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is AED 345 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
AED 345
AED 402 total
21 Dec - 22 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! (3,030 reviews)
friendly staff good food very nice rooms

Reviewed on 25 November 2025

The Paramount Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport

3.5 out of 5
7900 Ne 82nd Ave Portland OR
The price is AED 409 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
AED 409
AED 474 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,103 reviews)
Friendly staff, fast check in, the room is very clean and roomy, we will return in the next travel trips.

Reviewed on 26 November 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport
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 437 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
AED 437
AED 507 total
8 Dec - 9 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! (1,005 reviews)
Close to the concert hall and lots of good restaurants.

Reviewed on 22 November 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! (2,014 reviews)
It wasn't bad. It was listed as a king and queen bed. The king was fine. The queen however was a pull out that must of been 10 plus years old, you could feel every spring poking you. If i was staying longer than 1 night i would of asked for another room with am actual bed. Also a little strange was ...

Reviewed on 29 November 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! (2,125 reviews)
This is an excellent Portland choice for lodging, in charming NW Portland. Great shopping and restaurants in the area, and the streetcar makes all of downtown Portland easily accessible. Parking is included in the reservation. The rooms are well designed with every amenity.

Reviewed on 25 November 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! (324 reviews)
Property and owner were great

Reviewed on 22 October 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
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4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
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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.