Eugene

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A university city with a wide range of bars, outdoor activities, entertainment andcultural attractions. 

Eugene in Oregon, USA is a city of over 150,000 people. It is 105 miles to the southof the state capital, Portland. Discover the local culture of this city, visit museums andheritage sites and enjoy the range of fun outdoor activities. 

Stroll through the downtown area to see how the locals spend their days. For arelaxing family lunch, take a picnic to the park. Hendricks Park, Mount PisgahArboretum and Alton Baker Park are just some of the green spaces you can enjoyin Eugene. 

Browse local art galleries and museums to see works by local and internationalartists. The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art located at Johnson Ln or the ScienceFactory Children’s Museum and Exploration Dome situated on Leo Harris Pkwy,are some of the most popular museums. 

Step back in time with a visit to the Museum of National History situated at E 15thAve. 

Take in a show at one of the city’s theaters. Options include the Hult Center forPerforming Arts, McDonald Theatre or the Cuthbert Amphitheater. 

When it is time to get active, try your hand at water sports such as canoeing andkayaking, water skiing, swimming and sailing or go boating. 

Take a day trip from Eugene to enjoy the region. Enjoy some time outdoors and gomountain biking, bird watching or hiking. 

Winter visitors to Eugene can go skiing, snowboarding, or snow shoeing in themountains. Summer guests flock to the golf courses. Popular golf courses in Eugeneinclude Eugene Country Club, Riverridge Golf Course and Oakway Golf Course. 

Where to stay in Eugene

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Friendly

You'll enjoy the live music and sporting events in Friendly. You might want to make time for a stop at Amazon Trail or Rexius Trail.

Friendly
Hult Center for Performing Arts which includes a house and modern architecture

Downtown Eugene

3.5/5(42 area reviews)

Travelers come to Downtown Eugene for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Saturday Market and Hult Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.

Downtown Eugene
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Western

While visiting Western, you might make a stop by sights like Conger Street Clock Museum and Willamette Daisy Meadow.

Western
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Amazon

If you're spending some time in Amazon, Amazon Trail and Rexius Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Amazon
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Harlow

4/5(22 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Harlow, PK Park and Autzen Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Harlow
Flowers' Fireworks.

Cal Young

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Cal Young, you might make a stop by sights like Oakway Center and Willamette River.

Cal Young
Valley River Inn
Valley River Inn
3.5 out of 5
1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $196 per night from May 13 to May 14
CA $196
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the comfy rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (266 reviews)
"Close to walking trail"

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn
Hayward Inn
3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is CA $172 per night from May 4 to May 5
CA $172
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,815 reviews)
"Just a little noisy at night with traffic on Franklin street where the hotel is but it’s close to Hayward field if you’re here for marathon."

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2025

Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites
University Inn & Suites
2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR
The price is CA $101 per night from May 21 to May 22
CA $101
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,113 reviews)
"decent price for traveling through area"

Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2025

University Inn & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The 505 Eugene
The 505 Eugene
3 out of 5
505 Willamette St, Eugene, OR
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Great neighborhood with a lot of walkable dining options. Clean with easy communication with staff!"

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

The 505 Eugene
Location! Location! Location! Easy access to everything Eugene, arts to outdoors
Location! Location! Location! Easy access to everything Eugene, arts to outdoors
Eugene
Stay at this vacation home in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Hayward Field and Autzen Stadium are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (305 reviews)
Charming, comfortable and well stocked!
"This charming house is deceptively roomy, has comfortable seating and beds and literally has everything you could possible need. I have never stayed in a rental with more supplies in the kitchen and bathroom and laundry room than this place! If I'm in Eugene again, I would definitely want to stay ..."

Reviewed on Apr. 7, 2025

Location! Location! Location! Easy access to everything Eugene, arts to outdoors
Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard
Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard
Eugene
Stay at this apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
Practically Perfect in Every Way!
"What a find! The owners/hosts have thought of everything and the rental is lovely! My husband and I have stayed in lots of VRBO's around the world and usually there is something that we feel the host could have, or should have, provided. That was not the case with this rental! They have thought of ..."

Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2025

Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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