Southwest Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
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.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland when you take a trip to McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Lewis and Clark College
Enjoy the student vibe at Lewis and Clark College during your visit to Portland. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Portland Japanese Garden
Waterfalls, flowers, and tranquillity can all be found in this authentic, idyllic Japanese garden in Portland.
Top hotels in Southwest Portland
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
The Duniway never misses. Relaxed vibe, wonderful views, nice pool, good dining, and kind staff. Something hotels like the heathman could learn from as the Duniway keeps up with the times. Will return again.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Great location. Large quiet room. Easy check-in.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Park Lane Suites and Inn
Courteous and helpful staff. Loved having parking included.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Mark Spencer Hotel
Great location, friendly staff and nice rooms!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Staff was great requesting certain room was easy and convenient.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Hotel deLuxe
Wonderful staff and amazing bar
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Portland
Sellwood-Moreland
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Sellwood-Moreland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Oaks Amusement Park and Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.
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.
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.
Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Grand Central or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Nathan Loeb House or Trevett-Nunn House, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.
Alphabet Historic District
Spend some time visiting places like Nathan Loeb House while getting to know Alphabet Historic District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at NW Lovejoy & 18th Stop or NW Lovejoy & 21st Stop to see more of the area.
