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.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your visit to Portland. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its biking trails.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls & Mt Hood Tour from Portland, OR
Stunning Air Tour of the Columbia River Gorge by Envi Adventures
Top hotels in Kerns
KEX Portland
The staff and restaurant were awesome. Both understated but very good. My room was fine. Nothing special but clean and nearly silent.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Eastside Lodge
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Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Room was great, staff were wonderful and dinner at Taylor Street Grill was fantastic!
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Sojourn Suites Portland Airport
Awesome great customer service
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
Overslept and front desk kept me from missing my shuttle!!
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Clean but outdated. Close to the airport. Staff at desk were fine but not
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
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.
Central Eastside
While you're in Central Eastside, take in top sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River, and hop on the metro to see more the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
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.
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 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.
