Pearl District Travel Guide

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Pearl District
Pearl District
Pearl District
Pearl District
Pearl District

Stay in a hotel here as a base to enjoy this fascinating neighbourhood’s offerings, from morning coffee to late-night arts.

Portland’s Pearl District is a lively neighbourhood with restaurants, parks, boutiques and galleries alongside homes and offices. Come to the festivals and events throughout the year for eclectic entertainment and fun activities.

Once a district of abandoned warehouses, the Pearl has been revitalized as a model urban centre, serving the needs of its residents and providing appeal to tourists. The key to the district’s success is the ability to live, work and play in close proximity. Notice the interesting historic architecture now transformed into offices, condos, lofts and galleries. Join the mix by staying in one of the high-end or boutique hotels and walking throughout the area.

Plan your days or simply browse. Start with coffee, a Portland specialty. Spend a few hours selecting something to read from the 1 million volumes in Powell’s City of Books. Shop for one-of-a-kind fashion in numerous boutiques. Have lunch of Peruvian, Argentinean, Vietnamese, Mediterranean or American cuisine or in a brewpub. Many bars and restaurants offer early happy hours or late-night desserts.

Visit one of the First Thursday celebrations occurring monthly. Dozens of galleries open their doors in the evening for free admission to artists’ showings. Restaurants have special happy hours and some boutiques support the celebration. In the summer the First Thursday Street Market stretches for several blocks. On weekends from March through Christmas Eve the Portland Saturday Market near the Willamette River provides more arts, crafts and food.

Stroll along the river or walk or bike to the Pearl’s neighbourhood parks. The Fields Park near the river has a huge playground. With shade and grassy areas, the North Park Blocks is a great space to relax. Look for its unique dog bowl fountain. Put your feet in the Jamison Square Park fountain of water cascading over rocks into shallow pools.

The Pearl District is the northern part of downtown Portland just west of the river. If you drive, use one of the underground or aboveground parking structures scattered around the neighbourhood. Consider being like a local and renting a bike to get around.


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Our pick of the best Pearl District Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District

Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District

3.5 out of 5
354 NW 9th Ave, Portland, OR
The price is AU$208 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$208
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,868 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, great location! Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

3 out of 5
165 NW Park Ave, Portland, OR
The price is AU$193 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$193
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Moda Center and Oregon Zoo are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"It was to visit family. Cambria Hotel was great."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District

Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District

3 out of 5
1150 NW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR
The price is AU$258 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$258
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful property, friendly staff excellent accommodations would definitely stay there again"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District
Harlow Hotel

Harlow Hotel

2.5 out of 5
722 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR
The price is AU$171 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$171
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (574 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and close to Union Station. Room was comfortable and they had a coffee shop/bar too!"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Harlow Hotel
Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District

Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District

4 out of 5
425 NW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR
The price is AU$224 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$224
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location with clean, gorgeous rooms."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG

Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG

3 out of 5
8439 Ne Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR
The price is AU$121 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$121
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,632 reviews)
"Very convenient"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Pearl District

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Alphabet Historic District

5/5(2 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Trevett-Nunn House while getting to know Alphabet Historic District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at NW Lovejoy & 18th Stop or NW Lovejoy & 21st Stop to see more of the area.

Alphabet Historic District
Nob Hill which includes street scenes

Nob Hill

While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Trevett-Nunn House or Mission Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.

Nob Hill
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Goose Hollow

4/5(2 area reviews)

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 of the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street Station.

Goose Hollow
Downtown Portland which includes picnicking, boating and a bay or harbour

Downtown Portland

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Portland
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Lloyd District

4/5(1 area review)

Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Moda Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more of Portland.

Lloyd District
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Eliot

While you're in Eliot, take in top sights like Wonder Ballroom and jump on the metro at Albina-Mississippi Station to see more of the city.

Eliot


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