Is Portland Expensive?

Is Portland expensive to visit?

Portland is a popular destination that is also moderately priced. It falls in the middle range of travel cost prices globaly with a daily average travel cost of $211. If we compare it to the rest of North America, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It ranks in the top 50% of cities in North America for its travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Monterey and Saint Simons.



Portland, Oregon

How expensive is Portland?

Travelers spend an average of $211 per day when visiting Portland (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Portland here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Portland?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Portland costs around $633 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,267.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Portland?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Portland will cost around $1,478 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $2,956.

Is it expensive to backpack in Portland?

With more than 3 hostels around town, Portland is a fairly popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost an average of $42 per night. There's a wide range in prices here, as the cheapest beds cost around $35. The most expensive dorm beds will cost more than $53 at times, too. (See hostel prices in Portland here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Portland.

  • $35 for a dorm bed at Northwest Portland Hostel
  • $39 for a dorm bed at Lolo Pass

Are hotels expensive in Portland?

Examining hotel prices in Portland, we can see that they are slightly more affordable when compared to hotels in other cities. The average cost for a night in a hotel room is approximately $136. The city is equipped with about five-star hotels, boasting an average nightly rate of $263. For travelers aiming for a comfortable yet budget-conscious stay, three-star hotels come in at an average of $176 per night, while two-star hotels offer a more pocket-friendly choice at $125 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Portland
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
5 stars 0 $263
4 stars 0 $204
3 stars 0 $176
2 stars 0 $125
1 star 0 $103
No rating 0 $218

750 Southwest Alder Street, Portland
Overall Rating 9.0
309 Southwest Broadway, Portland
Overall Rating 8.8

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Portland?


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