Kerns Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
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.
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.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Top hotels in Kerns
Eastside Lodge
Great
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
KEX Portland
My stay at the KEX hotel was phenomenal, at first i wasn’t expecting the rr to be a shared bathroom on every floor but it wasn’t an issue at all. Staff was very helpful in many areas. There are many cool things this stay had to offer such as complimentary coffee and tea, a snazzy photobooth and even ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
The staff was phenomenal and the property was very clean and modern. Definitely would book again.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
clean room
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
We have stayed at this place several times before, leaving our vehicle there while we travel. I was told on the phone 1 price and confirmed it through the internet, but when we checked it was told that was no longer the case and they charged considerably more. Asked to speak to a manager, but none ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
The hotel is wonderful! Since it’s an executive hotel, it offers great options for dinner and happy hour. The room is spacious and the bed is very comfortable.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kerns
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Belmont or Willamette River 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. Lloyd 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 Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
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.
Richmond
If you're spending some time in Richmond, Hawthorne Theatre and Bagdad Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
