Northwest Portland Travel Guide
Portland
Visit Northwest Portland
Things to do
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
2.5-Hour Specialty Coffee, Donuts & Delights Walking Tour
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Top hotels in Northwest Portland
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
"Loved that the hotel was newish, clean. Bathrooms were spotless. Front desk was polite and helpful. Breakfast was delicious the one day we had it there. Now the negative- small things really but noticeable. The Standard room felt a little cramped for two people, the closet/storage space was too small ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District
"Great location"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
The Hoxton, Portland
"The hotel is in the worst part of Portland. They have no parking unless you pay an $80 valet fee. This you have to pay since there is no parking in the streets unless you want to risk parking in an area full of junkies and thieves. The Hoxton knows this, hence the ridiculous “valet fee” plus tip! ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District
"Great service JR in front desk was super helpful"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District
"Pretty decent free breakfast. Good location, nice rooms, courteous staff. No complaints at all."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
Harlow Hotel
"Close to train station which is both a pro and con."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Northwest Portland
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.
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.
Northeast Portland
While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or Colwood National Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
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 Cinemark Century Eastport Plaza 16.
Southwest Portland
Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Oregon Zoo and Congregation Kesser Israel. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
