Kerns
Portland
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
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.
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.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
From Portland: Columbia Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day
Stunning Air Tour of the Columbia River Gorge by Envi Adventures
Top hotels in Kerns
Eastside Lodge
Ice maker.An elevator were broke.Pictures on the website were misleading and were definitely edited by AI. Front desk was kind of a stiff not very friendly. But overall, I say 3 out of 5.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
KEX Portland
The KEX Portland was amazing. I stayed for 3 nights in a 4 mixed bunk bed room. The beds were perfect size and quite comfortable, I’d recommend adding another pillow but either way I slept through the night. The comforter was thick and perfect to keep you warm thru the night. The storage below the ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Room was clean
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
Very convenient for early flights. A quick 5 minute shuttle to the airport. Free 24 hour shuttles. Friendly staff and coffee in the lobby even at 3:30 am! Good beds!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
I’ve stayed at the Double Tree many times over the years, and has always been amazing. This time was less so. The check-in staff was unfriendly and not very helpful. Getting any information out of them was like pulling teeth. When we got to our room, even though we had booked a room with a queen, ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
Great stay! Clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff, and convenient location. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kerns
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Belmont or Willamette River 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 Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Belmont and Bagdad Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Powell's City of Books, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
