Overlook Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
Swan Island
You can find out about the history of Portland with a visit to Swan Island. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Oregon Zoo
Meet the native and exotic animals and discover why Oregon Zoo is a favourite stop in Portland. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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
Catch an event at Moda Center and enjoy other activities in Portland such as cycling.Wander the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.
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.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Top hotels in Overlook
The Paramount Hotel
The staff is friendly. An issue with the room was quickly rectified.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
Out of date, breakfast times not early enough
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
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Parking is a pain. Valet was $52 a night.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport
Great staff, friendly. Easy walk to shops and transit.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Overlook
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Trevett-Nunn House or Mission Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.
Alphabet Historic District
Spend some time visiting places like Trevett-Nunn House while getting to know Alphabet Historic District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at NW Lovejoy & 18th Stop or NW Lovejoy & 21st Stop to see more of the area.
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.
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.
Goose Hollow
If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Artists Repertory Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street Station.
North Portland
Travellers love North Portland for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like University Park Community Center and Heron Lakes Golf Club.
