Eugene

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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 theatres. Options include the Hult Centre forPerforming Arts, McDonald Theatre or the Cuthbert Amphitheatre.

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 featuring modern architecture and a house

Downtown Eugene

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Eugene is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Saturday Market and Hult Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.

Downtown Eugene
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Harlow

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

Harlow
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Amazon

While visiting Amazon, you might make a stop by sights like Amazon Trail and Rexius Trail.

Amazon
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Cal Young

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

Cal Young
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West Eugene

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

West Eugene
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Western

If you're spending some time in Western, Willamette Daisy Meadow and Conger Street Clock Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Western
Valley River Inn

Valley River Inn

3.5 out of 5
1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR
The price is €110 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
€110
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & 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! (1,057 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable. View of the river was strictly okay. Breakfast was decent and not too overpriced.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is €81 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
€81
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & 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! (2,868 reviews)
The room was clean, bed comfy, staff was very pleasant and helpful and the bar, Legends I think it is called, had good bar food and an excellent bartender. The Negroni was perfectly made.

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites

University Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR
The price is €74 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
€74
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,477 reviews)
Good value

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

University Inn & Suites
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 30 Jul 2025

The 505 Eugene
Cozy suite with a private courtyard

Cozy suite with a private courtyard

Eugene
Stay at this apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Oakway Golf Course are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
It’s small, but all i needed was a quiet place to sleep!

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Cozy suite with a private courtyard
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! (252 reviews)
Entry was easy, the unit was very clean and comfy. Lots of welcome amenities. It is small, I was hoping for a place I could stay for an extended stay-but this is not it. Absolutely lovely for one or two nights-but if you need a week it is a bit small and the kitchenette is small.The outside area ...

Reviewed on 5 Nov 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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