Title: Southwest Portland Travel Guide: Best of Southwest Portland, Portland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Southwest Portland](https://expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Portland-Portland-Hotels.0-n553248635074843098-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Portland](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Portland.d178299.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Portland](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Portland.d178299.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Southwest Portland Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Southwest-Portland.d553248635074843098.Car-Hire-Guide)[Southwest Portland Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Portland.d553248635074843098.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Southwest Portland Travel Guide ## Portland ![Sunrise from the upper tram terminal at Oregon Health Science University. Timing is everything in photography. I have waited a year to get the right timing and weather for this shot. For those fortunate enough to ride the tram daily this is a common sight. Mount Hood in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/b0fdb6c4-0320-45b0-b496-25cc741eb6e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise from the upper tram terminal at Oregon Health Science University. Timing is everything in photography. I have waited a year to get the right timing and weather for this shot. For those fortunate enough to ride the tram daily this is a common sight. Mount Hood in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/b0fdb6c4-0320-45b0-b496-25cc741eb6e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A great spot to get your caffeine fix so you can stay energized to explore Portland! Oh and the latte was amazing! #pdx #portland #coffee](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/2fc0c09e-69aa-4596-94d2-d816bed4dfde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![It's called the city of roses for a reason- Take a slow stroll (just before sunset) and enjoy the staggering number of beautiful roses. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/cfd5bb39-9f38-4082-a7df-71c595a412fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![over the river and through the woods](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/54d57311-fc71-4168-ac09-84eabc4625a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southwest Portland Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Portland travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Portland.dx178299) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Oregon Zoo showing landscape views and zoo animals as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502371/f410e897-19a4-4f39-89ae-326d42afdeaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oregon Zoo 4.5/5(2 reviews) Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oregon-Zoo-Southwest-Portland.d502371.Attraction) ![Winter sunrise from the OHSU observation deck in Portland, OR #sunrise #portlandoregon #pnw #cellphoneography #samsunggalaxys8plus #mthood](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/db6ef6a0-859d-43c6-a3ec-c73c001f9b1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oregon Health and Science University 5/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oregon-Health-And-Science-University-Homestead.d6190051.Attraction) ![PSU Plaza in Downtown Portland, OR](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502369/67cbd583-59d6-4cf0-9b14-97715c4e898e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Portland State University 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portland-State-University-Downtown-Portland.d502369.Attraction) ![Just across the street from Powell's Books is the McMenamins Crystal Ballroom and Hotel. The McMenamin brothers have made it their life mission to save historic structures and turn them into unique restaurants and hotels. Stop here for handcrafted local brews and food. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/4074935f-75cb-4d01-ab39-034c0f104e9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/McMenamins-Crystal-Ballroom-Portland.d553248635389802472.Attraction) ![Portland_LewisandClarkCollege_502368-5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502368/01ea06f2-07d9-4574-b44d-90d64b64ad2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lewis-And-Clark-College-Collins-View.d502368.Attraction) ![Portland Japanese Garden which includes a garden, landscape views and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080741/5f1ea07c-ba65-498c-9968-f7fe6b723925.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Portland Japanese Garden 4.5/5(8 reviews) Tranquility abounds in these idyllic Japanese gardens, said by many to be the most authentic outside of Japan. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portland-Japanese-Garden-Southwest-Portland.d6080741.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/377450/d9664a8a-791c-4b64-89e7-c4117f474489.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour £63 per traveller **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-multnomah-falls-gorge-waterfalls-tour.a377450.activity-details) ![Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4750997/c820f411-cf79-4db0-9f68-8b4665a90575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Portland: Bridgetown Lunch Cruise £65 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/portland-bridgetown-lunch-cruise.a4750997.activity-details) ![Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4438108/fa7862af-8c2e-4832-b281-b60125b0267c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland £106 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-guided-oregon-coast-tour-from-portland.a4438108.activity-details) ![All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46061742/bbf31b2c-ae77-41ae-b64d-a89c407cdcc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour £96 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/all-inclusive-downtown-portland-food-tour.a46061742.activity-details) ![An inspired guest soaking in the mist of magnificent Latourell Falls!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45273911/61faa803-363b-498c-96b4-86428c3ddc92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour £52 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-columbia-river-gorge-waterfalls-tour.a45273911.activity-details) ![Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44635352/ae350355-d9a8-4344-a2a0-419fef4f3b94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/portland-ghosts-boos-and-booze-haunted-pub-crawl.a44635352.activity-details) [See all activities in Portland](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Portland.d178299.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Southwest Portland ![The Paramount Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/340000/330600/330558/b2e58e4b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Paramount Hotel 808 SW Taylor St Portland OR £79 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,182 reviews) Loved it. Great hotel, great location Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=330558&PinnedHotelID=330558&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074843098) ![The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17400000/17395500/17395433/e0472e48_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel 545 SW Taylor St Portland OR £128 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Excelent service Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=17395433&PinnedHotelID=17395433&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074843098) ![Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2470000/2469100/2469036/80554e02_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center 550 SW Oak Street Portland OR £80 7 Feb - 8 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,323 reviews) The room was very clean and the staff was awesome! I would stay here again Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026&selected=2469036&PinnedHotelID=2469036&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074843098) ![Mark Spencer Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/20000/19921/e8cf5bcf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mark Spencer Hotel 409 Sw 11th Ave Portland OR Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,991 reviews) Amazing Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=19921&PinnedHotelID=19921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074843098) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=19921&PinnedHotelID=19921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074843098) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/74700/74615/d07bd195_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown 319 SW Pine St Portland OR £90 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,406 reviews) Great service and friendly faces Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=74615&PinnedHotelID=74615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074843098) ![Park Lane Suites and Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26100/26052/cb7e437c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Lane Suites and Inn 809 SW King Avenue Portland OR Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,616 reviews) Nice staff and great rooms! Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=26052&PinnedHotelID=26052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074843098) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=26052&PinnedHotelID=26052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074843098) [See all 401 properties in Southwest Portland](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635074843098) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Southwest Portland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635074843098&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07)[6 Feb - 7 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635074843098&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635074843098&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635074843098&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635074843098&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635074843098&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Portland ![Sellwood bridge in Portland Oregon.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221794/6550cb7f-b7c1-4bd4-a5e0-1034d02d3124.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portland-Sellwood-Moreland.dx6221794) ![Downtown Portland featuring boating, picnicking and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054571/ae055529-d7c3-4ca8-9f4a-92fe5da04874.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Portland 4/5(42 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portland-Downtown-Portland.dx6054571) ![About 30 minutes east of Portland on Hwy 84 are a number of waterfalls, none more visible or famous than Multnomah. Hardly hidden but a gem nonetheless.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/f00f0b45-9e8e-4ca3-98f7-37919f8f6c7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Goose Hollow 4.5/5(3 area reviews) If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Artists Repertory Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portland-Goose-Hollow.dx553248635974766238) ![Don't miss visiting the USS Blueback while at OMSI. View the I-5 Marquam bridge. Portland names all their bridges. I guess we go across bridges so often we feel a personal connection to them. It's one of the things that makes our city "special"](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/272e51fa-3a97-4d8c-978b-66586c0b59df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hosford-Abernethy.dx553248635976396119) ![Don't miss visiting the USS Blueback while at OMSI. View the I-5 Marquam bridge. Portland names all their bridges. I guess we go across bridges so often we feel a personal connection to them. It's one of the things that makes our city "special"](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/272e51fa-3a97-4d8c-978b-66586c0b59df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portland-Central-Eastside.dx869692164362723328) ![Aerial drone view of Northwest Portland, Oregon, showing Forest Park, Nob Hill, and Willamette Heights with greenery, homes, and industrial areas along the Willamette River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473585/b2ee8c82-c8b3-4366-93ff-57b8b73e546d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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