Kerns
Portland
Popular places to visit
Eastbank Esplanade
Explore the lovely green spaces of Eastbank Esplanade and also enjoy the biking 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.
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 at 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.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland with a stop at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Top hotels in Kerns
KEX Portland
Fun and funky vibes. The bar downstairs has great snacky foods. The rooms are clean and the majorly separated bathrooms is pleasant when with others. I adore this hotel and have stayed many times over the years. Parking is a nightmare amongst itself so prepare yourself for that and the walk that ...
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Eastside Lodge
Clean
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Park Lane Suites and Inn
The front desk attendant was very welcoming and super sweet and friendly. Gave us very clear instructions about parking, amenities, and our room.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Great and friendly staff. Very close to lots of shops and areas of downtown.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Everything was wonderful. Very clean hotel, not in the greatest of areas but inside you wouldn’t know it. Wait staff in both restaurants and coffe shop were awesome. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
Breakfast was amazing, room was clean, staff were informative of the area, free cocktails nightly.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 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 the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
Lloyd District
Moda Center and Lloyd Center are top sights in Lloyd District, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more sights in the area.
Irvington
Though Irvington might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Moda Center and Lloyd Center.
Central Eastside
While you're in Central Eastside, take in top sights like Grand Central or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, and hop on the metro to see more 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 Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more 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.
