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
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
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
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Top hotels in Kerns
Eastside Lodge
Staff was cordial, but the condition of this old building and the noisy area around it were detracting.
Reviewed on 14 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
The hotel needs updating
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Park Lane Suites and Inn
Loved our stay here. Staff was welcoming and friendly. 15 minutes away from most places. The only thing I wish they would improve is the bed . Bed made alot of noise and wasn’t the most comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
Hotel was very clean. There was a water cooler in the exercise room to fill up our water bottles with filtered water, which was nice so we didn’t have to buy bottled water. Staff was phenomenally friendly and professional. My only critique is that there wasn’t much public seating for lounging or ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Great check in. Friendly staff. Helpful late at night. :)
Reviewed on 15 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.
