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.
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.
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.
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.
Keller Auditorium
Watch traveling Broadway productions and other shows in a beautiful downtown theater that's been packing in the crowds for more than a century.
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 Paramount Hotel
Nice place. Would definitely stay again. $60/night for parking is crazy. Paid $20 in the garage next door.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Staff was friendly and attentive. Room was nice and clean. No issues and a pleasant stay for the week.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Park Lane Suites and Inn
Clean room, good staff, conveniently located and in a quiet area
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland
I loved it will definitely come back!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Staff was very very nice, place was well put together and clean. Celebrated our anniversary and staff brought a cake up to our room, very grateful for you guys for making our stay amazing! Will be back and highly recommend
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
Did not have breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
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 Ping Pong's Pint Sized Puppet Museum, 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 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.
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Trevett-Nunn House or Mission Theater, 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 Trevett-Nunn 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.
Southwest Portland Travel Guide
Hotels Near Southwest Portland, Portland
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