Eugene, OR

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A university city with a wide range of bars, outdoor activities, entertainment andcultural attractions.

Eugene in Oregon, USA is a city of over 150,000 people. It is 105 miles to the southof the state capital, Portland. Discover the local culture of this city, visit museums andheritage sites and enjoy the range of fun outdoor activities.

Stroll through the downtown area to see how the locals spend their days. For arelaxing family lunch, take a picnic to the park. Hendricks Park, Mount PisgahArboretum and Alton Baker Park are just some of the green spaces you can enjoyin Eugene.

Browse local art galleries and museums to see works by local and internationalartists. The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art located at Johnson Ln or the ScienceFactory Children’s Museum and Exploration Dome situated on Leo Harris Pkwy,are some of the most popular museums.

Step back in time with a visit to the Museum of National History situated at E 15thAve.

Take in a show at one of the city’s theaters. Options include the Hult Center forPerforming Arts, McDonald Theatre or the Cuthbert Amphitheater.

When it is time to get active, try your hand at water sports such as canoeing andkayaking, water skiing, swimming and sailing or go boating.

Take a day trip from Eugene to enjoy the region. Enjoy some time outdoors and gomountain biking, bird watching or hiking.

Winter visitors to Eugene can go skiing, snowboarding, or snow shoeing in themountains. Summer guests flock to the golf courses. Popular golf courses in Eugeneinclude Eugene Country Club, Riverridge Golf Course and Oakway Golf Course.

Where to stay in Eugene

Hult Center for Performing Arts which includes a house and modern architecture

Downtown Eugene

4/5(752 area reviews)

Travelers come to Downtown Eugene for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Saturday Market and Hult Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.

Downtown Eugene
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Harlow

4/5(477 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Harlow, PK Park and Autzen Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Harlow
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Amazon

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Amazon, Amazon Trail and Rexius Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Amazon
Flowers' Fireworks.

Cal Young

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

While visiting Cal Young, you might make a stop by sights like Oakway Center and Willamette River.

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Western

4/5(21 area reviews)

While visiting Western, you might make a stop by sights like Willamette Daisy Meadow and Conger Street Clock Museum.

Western
Hult Center for Performing Arts showing modern architecture

West Eugene

3/5(48 area reviews)

While visiting West Eugene, you might make a stop by sights like Lane Events Center and Lane County Fair Grounds.

West Eugene
Valley River Inn

Valley River Inn

3.5 out of 5
1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR
$121 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$137 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the comfy rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (674 reviews)
"Great hotel helpful staff"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Sep 17 to Sep 18
$138 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,848 reviews)
"Close to the University. Good breakfasts. Clean rooms. Nice pool."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Hayward Inn
Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown

Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown

2 out of 5
390 E Broadway, Eugene, OR
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$129 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"close to the campus and downtown. everything is great. if I have to complain one thing that will be the wifi single are not stable and we lost connections from time to time. I guess there are many guests are using it."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown
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.
The 505 Eugene

The 505 Eugene

3 out of 5
505 Willamette St, Eugene, OR
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Shelton McMurphey ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
"10/10! This place was clean and easy to find with the provided instructions. Parking was a little tough as the alleyway wasn’t very visible (we came in at 11:30pm) however once we found the painted numbers in the lot we were great! Walkable, convenient and a decent space for what we needed. If you ..."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

The 505 Eugene
☯ Private Roundhouse … Enchanting! (Not in a Box!)

☯ Private Roundhouse … Enchanting! (Not in a Box!)

Eugene
Stay at this cabin in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Amazon Trail are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
"Very unique. Loved the ambience indoor and out. Woke up to a deer looking in the window. Can’t wait to come back."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

☯ Private Roundhouse … Enchanting! (Not in a Box!)
Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard

Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard

Eugene
Stay at this apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Oakway Golf Course are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (237 reviews)
"Well maintained. Very clean and comfortable apartment. It was small but we were impressed by the little things. Plush towels, a toothbrush and make-up wipes incase you forgot yours, a few snacks and waters. Loved our stay."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard
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.

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