What's it like in South Waterfront?

Travelers to the South Waterfront neighborhood in Portland will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for South Waterfront travel tips? Be sure to check out Portland Aerial Tram and Zidell Yards while you're in the neighborhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in South Waterfront.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Waterfront?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to South Waterfront, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do around this Portland neighborhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in South Waterfront are Portland Aerial Tram and Zidell Yards. When you're sightseeing in Portland, Oregon Zoo and Moda Center are also worth a stop.

How can I get around South Waterfront and the greater Portland area?

If you want to see more of the city, S Bond & Lane Stop is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include S Moody & Gaines Stop and S Lowell & Bond Stop.

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Our top choices for South Waterfront hotels

1. Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

Downtown Portland, 1.3 km from South Waterfront

Jeffrey

￥21,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/RiverPlace

Downtown Portland, 1.3 km from South Waterfront

Timmy Allen

￥25,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

3. University Place Hotel & Conference Center

Downtown Portland, 1.5 km from South Waterfront

Andrew

￥17,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

4. The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Portland, 2.1 km from South Waterfront

Amanda

￥20,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

5. The Paramount Hotel

Downtown Portland, 2.6 km from South Waterfront

Leira

￥20,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

6. Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

Downtown Portland, 2.9 km from South Waterfront

Bertrand

￥20,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

7. Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center

Lloyd District, 3.9 km from South Waterfront

Felecia

￥27,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. AC Hotel by Marriott Portland Downtown, OR

Downtown Portland, 2.4 km from South Waterfront

Julie

￥23,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

9. The Hotel Zags Portland

Downtown Portland, 2.1 km from South Waterfront

Chelsey

￥23,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

10. Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection

Lloyd District, 3.9 km from South Waterfront

Holly

￥18,356 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District

Pearl District, 3.4 km from South Waterfront

Brigid

￥22,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

12. Eastside Lodge

Kerns, 3.2 km from South Waterfront

Uvaldo

￥10,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport

Northeast Portland, 12.1 km from South Waterfront

Mia

￥28,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

14. Staypineapple, Hotel Rose, Downtown Portland

Downtown Portland, 2.4 km from South Waterfront

Jose

￥22,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

15. Hotel Vance, Portland, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown Portland, 2.3 km from South Waterfront

Sarah

￥16,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

16. Moxy Portland Downtown

Downtown Portland, 2.9 km from South Waterfront

Samuel

￥18,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

17. Dossier Hotel

Downtown Portland, 2.8 km from South Waterfront

Robert

￥23,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

18. Hotel Lucia

Downtown Portland, 2.9 km from South Waterfront

Melanie

￥22,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

19. Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

Pearl District, 3.2 km from South Waterfront

juan

￥24,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

20. Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District

Pearl District, 4 km from South Waterfront

Julie

￥29,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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Where to stay in South Waterfront

Find the best South Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about South Waterfront

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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.

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Northeast Portland

Inner Northeast Portland boasts shopping areas like Lloyd District and Alberta Arts District, while the area near Burnside Bridge offers a lively nightlife with bars such as The Chesterfield and music venues like The Doug Fir Lounge.

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Pearl District

Discover art galleries like Elizabeth Leach Gallery, dine at diverse restaurants, and unwind in public plazas such as Jamison Square. Easily navigate with the Portland Streetcar and explore nearby iconic Powell's City of Books.

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Southeast Portland

Stretching from the Willamette River to Gresham, Southeast Portland boasts the scenic Mt. Tabor Park and the quirky Hawthorne district with its subculturally oriented shops. Don't miss exploring Reed College campus!

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Southwest Portland

Downtown Portland boasts cultural, educational, and retail hotspots, with attractions like Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland Art Museum, and Pioneer Place mall. Enjoy pedestrian-friendly streets and unique residential areas in Southwest Portland.

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