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

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.

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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.

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Amazon

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

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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 Rexius Trail or Amazon Trail.

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Western

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

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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
The price is CA $173 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
CA $173
per night
Aug 6 - Aug 7
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (583 reviews)
"Definite value for the money. Area is convenient to all services. Clean and quiet stay. Nice walking path that goes by hotel."

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is CA $134 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $134
per night
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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! (2,843 reviews)
"The only thing we did not like about this hotel was there was no elevator in any of the buildings."

Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2025

Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites

University Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR
The price is CA $121 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
CA $121
per night
Aug 21 - Aug 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,314 reviews)
Good for the cost and location
"Checkin was easy. Parking lot was challenging, but they approved an extra space to accommodate. Room was simple. Refrigerator was SO loud, it interrupted sleep, along with a dripping faucet in the bathtub. It was too late for me to report, but housekeeping could not have easily missed a loud leaking ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 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.
Cozy suite with a private courtyard

Cozy suite with a private courtyard

Eugene
Stay at this apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Although apace is small, it is thoughtfully designed. Everything we needed for our stay in Eugene was set up for us. Thanks Cathy for thinking of everything."

Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2025

Cozy suite with a private courtyard
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 laundry facilities. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (230 reviews)
Cozy and Spacious
"Super well-equipped, very nice studio. The neighborhood was very quiet and absolutely gorgeous! Would stay again anytime!"

Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025

Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
"10/10! This place was clean and easy to find with the provided instructions. Parking was a little tough as the alleyway wasn’t very visible (we came in at 11:30pm) however once we found the painted numbers in the lot we were great! Walkable, convenient and a decent space for what we needed. If you ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

The 505 Eugene
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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