Southwest Portland Travel Guide
Portland
Visit Southwest Portland
Stay near popular Southwest Portland attractions
Things to do
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
2.5-Hour Specialty Coffee, Donuts & Delights Walking Tour
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland Timbers Football Game at Providence Park
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting
Top hotels in Southwest Portland
The Paramount Hotel
"Checked in very late, exhausted, and we were assigned a very filthy room. This 2nd floor patio room has a AC unit that was grimy and the vents on it were caked with dust. The electronics’ plugs next to the bed were caked in dust, and when I grabbed the phone to wipe it so i can call the front desk, ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
"Great location for walking to different neighborhoods downtown."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
"It was good, not great. Room was smaller than expected and not very clean."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
"Great spot in Portland for families. Everything was clean and well maintained and breakfast was amazing."
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
"The Royal Sonesta Downton Portland is located near the city’s main attractions and restaurants. Good breakfast, nice bar and restaurant —open only a few days a week; very good service and generally a pleasant atmosphere. The lobby has a piano, it is beautifully decorated and is a welcoming and inviting ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Southwest 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.
Northeast Portland
While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or The Grotto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
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.
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 Mall 205.
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Revolution Hall or Experiment PDX and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
