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An outdoor patio with a sectional sofa, a round table, and chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a diving board, and a lifeguard stand.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent neon sign, a well-lit entrance, and a corner location at a street intersection.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District

Pearl District, 1.6 km from Portland State University

Carmen

￥19,560

￥22,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern outdoor dining area with a central island and black wicker chairs.

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a view of a modern building through a large window.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a view of trees.

2. Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

Pearl District, 1.5 km from Portland State University

Francis

￥20,275

￥23,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and hanging light fixtures.

A modern lounge with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, hanging plants, and a bartender.

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Portland

Downtown Portland, 1.1 km from Portland State University

Catalino

￥64,676

￥75,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A modern hotel with a prominent glass facade, a central courtyard, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern interior with a wooden bicycle cart and a sign welcoming visitors to the market.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. Tables are arranged in rows with wooden flooring.

A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

4. Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center

Lloyd District, 2.8 km from Portland State University

Felecia

￥20,275

￥28,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a tiled floor, and large windows offering views of the surrounding buildings.

A hotel courtyard with a water feature, seating areas, and a sign for the Residence Inn.

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Residence Inn." It features a courtyard with a water feature and a pathway.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a patterned rug.

5. Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District

Pearl District, 2.2 km from Portland State University

Farzana

￥25,774

￥29,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A two-story house with a snow-covered front yard and driveway.

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a tree, and a building with a sign reading "PAPA HANDY."

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a large plant.

A hotel lobby with a carpeted floor, wooden furniture, and a staircase.

6. Portland International Guesthouse

Alphabet Historic District, 1.8 km from Portland State University

Alfrida

￥12,708

￥15,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern building with a large glass facade, a prominent neon sign, and outdoor seating area with plants.

A hallway with a colorful circular wall decoration and a patterned carpet.

A vibrant indoor seating area with colorful chairs and tables, a large abstract mural, and a view through the windows.

A building with multiple balconies, outdoor seating, and a palm tree.

7. Inn at Northrup Station

Nob Hill, 2.3 km from Portland State University

Andrew

￥26,655

￥30,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, and a Christmas tree.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A view from a balcony with a cityscape in the background.

A hotel facade with multiple black awnings, a prominent 'SWINE' sign, and a glass entrance.

8. The Paramount Hotel

Downtown Portland, 0.8 km from Portland State University

RYAN

￥18,010

￥20,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a central bar area.

A modern hotel exterior with a prominent 'Hyatt House' sign, a well-lit sidewalk, and a tree-lined street.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a seating area with green chairs and a sofa.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, TV, bed, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

9. Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

Downtown Portland, 1.1 km from Portland State University

Regina

￥18,891

￥21,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern building with large glass windows and wooden beams, featuring a sign that reads "HOTEL CENTRE".

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table with a plant, and a unique wall art piece.

A bar area with multiple stools, a counter with a variety of bottles, and a neon sign.

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, high ceilings, and large windows.

10. Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland

Downtown Portland, 1.1 km from Portland State University

Alex

￥20,275

￥23,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern dining area with brick walls, large windows, and a wooden bench.

A modern lounge area with a brick wall, large windows, and a mix of seating options including a sofa and chairs.

An indoor courtyard with string lights, a neon sign, and potted plants.

The Mark Spencer Hotel entrance with a clear view of the building's facade, including the entrance canopy and the American flag.

11. Mark Spencer Hotel

Downtown Portland, 1.2 km from Portland State University

Janel

￥15,770

￥18,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A rooftop terrace with tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of a cityscape and illuminated structures.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, potted plants, and a geometric wall design.

A restaurant with a bar area, tables, chairs, and large windows offering city views.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

12. Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection

Lloyd District, 2.9 km from Portland State University

Misty

￥18,903

￥21,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, wooden paneling, and a central floral arrangement on a round table.

A grand lobby with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and a staircase.

A grand lobby with marble flooring, ornate chandeliers, and a spacious entrance area.

A large, historic hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit facade.

13. The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Portland, 1.3 km from Portland State University

Brad

￥21,135

￥24,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel exterior with outdoor seating and a marquee sign.

Two people sitting on a bed in a hotel room, holding glasses of champagne.

A hotel lobby with two armchairs, a small table, a decorative barrel, and a large window with a view of buildings.

A lobby with a blue sofa, two yellow armchairs, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

14. Hotel Lucia

Downtown Portland, 1.2 km from Portland State University

Scott

￥14,874

￥22,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel entrance with a grand facade, large windows, and a red carpet leading to the doors.

A richly decorated lounge area with red walls, a white fireplace, and a variety of seating options including armchairs and ottomans.

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk with glassware, and an exit sign.

A table set for dining with white plates, cutlery, and clear glasses, accompanied by a floral centerpiece.

15. The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

Downtown Portland, 1.2 km from Portland State University

Sanpreet

￥15,497

￥23,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A nighttime city street with tall buildings, a tree with lights, and a car.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a fireplace, and multiple seating areas.

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area, and a glass-paneled atrium.

A historic theater building with a prominent marquee sign, a classic architectural style, and a modern skyscraper in the background.

16. Heathman Hotel

Downtown Portland, 0.8 km from Portland State University

Kenneth

￥17,150

￥25,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel entrance with flags, a sign reading "Dossier," and a well-lit facade.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofas, and a large window with curtains.

A woman in a long coat holding a drink, standing in a room with large windows, potted plants, and a lamp.

A restaurant with booths, tables, and a chandelier.

17. Dossier Hotel

Downtown Portland, 1.1 km from Portland State University

Bipasha

￥18,586

￥26,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A balcony with a person sitting on a chair, holding a glass. There is a table with a book and a decorative item. The balcony has a metal railing and a view of trees.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table. Large windows offer a view of greenery outside.

A modern coffee shop interior with a curved counter, a menu board, and a display case with coffee items.

18. River's Edge Hotel Portland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2.6 km from Portland State University

cory

￥20,873

￥24,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, wooden ceiling beams, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a decorative sculpture, and a glass display case.

19. The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

Downtown Portland, 1 km from Portland State University

Josue

￥32,498

￥42,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A large, illuminated hotel with a prominent central building and a boat docked nearby.

A marina with boats docked, a bridge in the background, and a building with a blue roof.

A conference room with a large table, chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.

An outdoor event with a DJ setup, tables, chairs, and guests.

20. RiverPlace Hotel

Downtown Portland, 0.9 km from Portland State University

Elizabeth

￥27,836

￥38,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Portland State University

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District	9.6 Exceptional 2,250 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District	9.6 Exceptional 804 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Portland	9.6 Exceptional 332 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,797 reviews	View
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Portland State University Hotel Reviews

The Paramount Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"great location, great hotel overall. walking distance to everything downtown portland in a very safe fun neighborhood"

The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

8/10 Good

"Staff was friendly but very strict. Doors in rooms need to be repaired. First room had serious issues with bedroom sliding doors. We were changed to another room with same issues although not that bad. Fridge and coffee maker are not standard amenities. You need to request them."

Mark Spencer Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our one night stay. It was a wonderful hotel with friendly staff and comfortable rooms."

University Place Hotel & Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful and nice staff."

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great from the bar to the room. Staff was super nice ans had great suggestions. The park across the street is super cute and fun too."

Hotel Lucia

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Very nice hotel."

Sentinel Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, nice bar and great breakfast"

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

8/10 Good

"Should offer or have free breakfast option"

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely stunning luxury hotel. Staff very welcoming and made my stay feel so special. All staff went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable. The service provided was exceptional. I would highly recommend this hotel and I plan to go back to this hotel in the very near future."

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Portland Art Museum

9.0/10 (506 reviews)

Spend a day with European masters and Native American artists at one of Portland’s premier cultural attractions, the oldest art museum in the Pacific Northwest.

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Peter W. Stott Center

Catch an event at Peter W. Stott Center during your trip to Portland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Old Church

You can find out about the history of Portland when you stop by Old Church. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Saint Michael the Archangel Church

After visiting Saint Michael the Archangel Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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First Christian Church

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St. James Lutheran Church

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Lovejoy Fountain

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Portland State University?

Portland State University is located in a welcoming area of Portland known for its beautiful river views and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 300 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Portland State University?

The Paramount Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Portland State University. Other good choices within a short distance include The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel and Heathman Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Portland State University?

Expedia has 300 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Portland State University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Portland State University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Portland State University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Portland State University?

For more information about updating your stay near Portland State University or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Portland State University?

Portland Art Museum, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, and Jeff Morris Fire Museum feature captivating exhibits. McMenamins Crystal Ballroom, Burnside Bridge, and Trevett-Nunn House are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Portland State University. You can catch a show at Keller Auditorium, Portland'5 Centers for the Arts, and Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall.

How can I get to Portland State University?

Take advantage of metro transit at Bancroft St Stop, S Lowell & Bond Stop, and S Moody & Gaines Stop. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Portland State University hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District

2. Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Portland

4. Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center

5. Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District

6. Portland International Guesthouse

7. Inn at Northrup Station

8. The Paramount Hotel

9. Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

10. Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland

11. Mark Spencer Hotel

12. Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection

13. The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

14. Hotel Lucia

15. The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

16. Heathman Hotel

17. Dossier Hotel

18. River's Edge Hotel Portland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

19. The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

20. RiverPlace Hotel

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Top Portland State University Hotel Reviews

The Paramount Hotel

The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

Mark Spencer Hotel

University Place Hotel & Conference Center

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

Hotel Lucia

Sentinel Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

Other attractions near Portland State University

South Park Blocks

Portland Art Museum

Peter W. Stott Center

Old Church

Saint Michael the Archangel Church

First Christian Church

St. James Lutheran Church

Lovejoy Fountain

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