Portland Center Park is a lovely place to take a breather. Enjoy a picnic lunch, throw a ball around or just lie on the soft grass and shut your eyes for a while.

To visit this recreation and green space, make tracks to Downtown Portland. There are lots of other worthwhile attractions in the area, like Oregon Zoo, Portland State University, and Portland Japanese Garden.

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Hood River Hotel

$336

per person

Mar 5 - Mar 8

found 19 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Portland (PDX)

9/10 Wonderful! (917 reviews)

We love staying here, such a quainty, cozy

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

The Independence

$728

per person

Mar 23 - Mar 30

just found

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Ontario (ONT) to Portland (PDX)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

The property is beautiful and clean. The staff is excellent. The bed in room 219 is VERY soft. If that is an issue, ask for another room and check the bed's firmness first. We enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Staybridge Suites Hillsboro North by IHG

$507

per person

Mar 8 - Mar 13

found 22 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Portland (PDX)

8.8/10 Excellent! (300 reviews)

Room was spotless. Staff was courteous.

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

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Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown

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Adventure & outdoor

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Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour

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Private & custom tours

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Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour

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Classes & workshops

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Premium Loose Leaf Tea and Chocolate Tasting

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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Stunning Air Tour of the Columbia River Gorge by Envi Adventures

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Poet's Beach

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