Downtown Portland

Portland

Downtown Portland featuring boating, a bay or harbor and picnicing
Downtown Portland which includes street scenes and a city
Downtown Portland featuring street scenes, night scenes and a city
Downtown Portland featuring a city and signage
Downtown Portland featuring a high rise building and a city

Find it all—food, shopping, events, and nature—right in the heart of the city.

Downtown Portland, Oregon, is a food-lover’s dream. Everywhere you look—on sidewalks, throughout parks, in parking lots, and on street corners—you will see both restaurants and food carts. The mobile dining phenomenon has taken hold in this city, which is home to more than 470 carts offering fare from Greek gyros to Czech goulash, from tacos to waffles. Some carts even have covered seating areas so that you can enjoy a low-cost meal even in wet weather.

There are also many affordable restaurants if you what you dig is a sit-down meal. Cafes and restaurants which use organic, locally sourced ingredients can be spotted just about everywhere.

After consuming a wonderful meal, you will be ready to hit the streets. The Tom McCall Waterfront Park is a popular area of downtown Portland it attracts bikers, rollerbladers, and those who simply appreciate a stroll beneath the trees. Many large festivals are held here during the summer months, including some of the events on the Portland Rose Festival calendar.

Portland is a magnet for festivals, and more than 300 events a year take place in Pioneer Courthouse Square, the cultural hub of the city. Regardless of when you decide to visit, you are bound to be downtown for a festival, concert, or, in the summer, a free movie in the amphitheatre.

Downtown Portland is a shopper’s delight. From clothing staples like Ann Taylor to more eclectic shops like 360 Vinyl, there is a store for every taste. Visitors will find clothing, books, music, jewellery, health and beauty, home goods, and even a candy shop in the downtown area.

Major downtown attractions include the Portland Museum of Art and Powell’s City of Books. Powell’s covers an entire block and contains over one million titles at any one time. The events and attractions are always changing visit Downtown Portland’s website for recommendations on where to eat, stay, and enjoy your time while in the area, as well as in-the-know information about up-and-coming locales.


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Top hotels in Downtown Portland

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
3.5 out of 5
550 SW Oak Street, Portland, OR
The price is P6,268 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P6,268
P7,343 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,817 reviews)
"Property is in a very convenient location and the staff was very friendly and cordial."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
The Paramount Hotel
The Paramount Hotel
3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St, Portland, OR
The price is P6,341 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P6,341
P7,391 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,571 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

The Paramount Hotel
Dossier Hotel
Dossier Hotel
4.5 out of 5
750 SW Alder Street, Portland, OR
The price is P6,743 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
P6,743
P9,724 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,146 reviews)
"It’s a beautiful hotel conveniently located near lots of great shops and dining. We were lucky enough to have a view of Mt Hood from our room. Highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Dossier Hotel
Hotel Lucia
Hotel Lucia
4 out of 5
400 SW Broadway, Portland, OR
The price is P6,493 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P6,493
P9,428 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,191 reviews)
"I absolutely loved this place. It’s over a hundred years old but doesn’t feel old. It was in a great location that allowed me to walk pretty much anywhere I wanted. The art in the lobby and framed photos through the hotel were a really nice touch. I loved the amenities here, especially the free pinball ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Hotel Lucia
Mark Spencer Hotel
Mark Spencer Hotel
3 out of 5
409 Sw 11th Ave, Portland, OR
The price is P6,291 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
P6,291
P7,298 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,538 reviews)
Great Location!
"Very nice place, even if a little older. And while I had a couple people suggest it may not be the best, we were really close to everything we wanted to see. We even parked our van on the street and did not have ANY issues. We felt safe, for the most part. Front desk was quick to respond and lots ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Mark Spencer Hotel
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
4.5 out of 5
545 SW Taylor St, Portland, OR
The price is P8,126 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P8,126
P9,426 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Highly Recommend
"Great location, convenient parking in the same block. Lobby bar, coffee shop and restaurant all very convenient. Location, location, location!!"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Portland

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Goose Hollow

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 the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street Station.

Goose Hollow
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

Central Eastside

While you're in Central Eastside, take in top sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Oregon Rail Heritage Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.

Central Eastside
Pearl District which includes outdoor art

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.

Pearl District
Nob Hill showing signage and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Alphabet Historic District

Consider a visit to Trevett-Nunn House and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Alphabet Historic District. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at NW Lovejoy & 18th Stop or NW Lovejoy & 21st Stop.

Alphabet Historic District
Nob Hill which includes street scenes

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 the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.

Nob Hill
Moda Center which includes signage

Lloyd District

Moda Center and Lloyd Center are top sights in Lloyd District, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more sights in the area.

Lloyd District

Downtown Portland