Kerns Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
Eastbank Esplanade
Explore the lovely green spaces of Eastbank Esplanade and also enjoy the cycling trails in Portland. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Steel Bridge
Study the beautiful architecture of this early 20th-century bridge and watch its middle section lift to allow the passage of tall ships and boats.
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour
Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Top hotels in Kerns
Eastside Lodge
"The Eastside hotel was not real clean and otherwise it was fine. Ice machine was down and our stay was just an our stay was just a so so experience."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
KEX Portland
"Great spot in town. Easy to get everywhere and a cute little hotel!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
"Wonderful location, very nice sized room, well appointed. All around great. There was a a $25 per day parking lot with in and out privileges right across from the hotel. You don’t need thee hotel’s $60 per day valet parking."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
"I loved everything all was amazing we could have used some more sugars in our coffee packs maybe consider putting4 instead of 2 in the bags all everything else was wonderful"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
"Easy to get to, parking was validated and good wifi for working. The rooms are worn down and the door handles are a lift up which is strange but it worked for a few nights. It was close to a good Sushi restaurant and was quiet."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
"No convenient self parking & valet is $52."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kerns
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Experiment PDX or Hopscotch Portland and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Moda Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more of Portland.
Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Grand Central or Hopscotch Portland and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Belmont and Bagdad Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Pearl District
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.
