South Waterfront, OR
Portland
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Popular places to visit
Portland Aerial Tram
Enjoy a trip to Portland Aerial Tram and popular activities like biking in Portland. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant 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.
Oregon Zoo
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at 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.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your visit to Portland. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its biking trails.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
South Waterfront Hotel Deals
The Paramount Hotel
The room was nice, a little small for what I was expecting. We booked a king room with a balcony. There were limited amenities in the room, super small mini fridge. We had to pay an extra $75 a night for potential damages, which would be nice to know before booking a non refundable room. We also ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
Everything an airport hotel needs to be. Great staff, quick, clean and efficient. This was my second stay with them and there will be a third.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
Great Hotel
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
Yes parking was secure and A/C was comfortable
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
It was amazing
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around South Waterfront
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 the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Downtown Portland
Explore the Portland Art Museum, Oregon Historical Society, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park in this central business district with high-rise buildings. Enjoy walkable streets, and easily access public transportation like MAX light rail and Portland Streetcar.
Central Eastside
While you're in Central Eastside, take in top sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River, and hop on the metro to see more the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Experiment PDX or Belmont and hop on the metro to see more the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
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.
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.
