Kerns
Portland
Popular places to visit
Steel Bridge
Study the beautiful architecture of this early 20th-century bridge and watch its middle section lift to allow the passage of tall ships and boats.
Eastbank Esplanade
Explore the lovely green spaces of Eastbank Esplanade and also enjoy the cycling trails in Portland. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
A fascinating and diverse range of creatures from all over the world are housed here at this popular Portland attraction.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Half Day Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour
The Hood-Columbia Loop: Timberline, Orchards, and Waterfalls
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Top hotels in Kerns
Eastside Lodge
It was brutal.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
KEX Portland
The rooms were clean, the bathrooms were spotless with beautiful tile work which you will appreciate. Just an all around amazing experience for me while I stayed at KEX. The hotel staff were amazing and always helpful, and made you feel like your were a friend instead of a guest. An all around great ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Was there at night
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Park Lane Suites and Inn
Na
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
What a wonderful hotel and the Pearl District now has its own shining star in PDX. The hotel itself is sparkling spotless and staffed by efficient and courteous employees who seem genuinely pleased to have you as a guest. This is our new home in PDX❤️
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Nice room. Newer property. Restaurant still a work in progress. Have to pay to park. No breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kerns
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Grand Central or Belmont and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Lloyd 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.
Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Grand Central or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Rail Heritage Center or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
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.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
