How to Find Hotels in Beaverton, Oregon

Situated in Oregon's scenic Tualatin Valley, Beaverton offers a wide variety of activities for visitors. Shopping areas are plentiful and many stores sell handmade goods and local crafts. Just seven miles from Portland, this community with a suburban feel has become Oregon's fifth largest city.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Find Accommodations in Beaverton

1. Book accommodations in Beaverton by calling the Washington County Convention and Visitors Bureau at [phone] or visiting their Web site (see Resources, below).
2. Choose one of Beaverton's suite-style hotels for slightly larger rooms with amenities such as a coffee maker, meeting room and fitness area. Rooms in this category go for about $80 and up.
3. Use your accommodations as a base for exploring Beaverton's many shops. New malls such as The Round and Cedar Hills Crossing have opened in recent years, capturing a personalized, small-town atmosphere indoors. Washington Square is a large mall with many trendy shops.
4. Stay near the Farmer's Market and grab a quick, fresh breakfast to take back to your hotel room. If you prefer organic foods, this is a great place to buy them. The local produce in Beaverton is far tastier than anything you'll find in most supermarkets.
5. Choose your location wisely by looking into hotel options online. Try to connect with Beaverton locals in travel chat rooms, or check out a site like TripAdvisor to see traveler's reviews of accommodations.

Explore Beaverton

6. Venture to the Tualatin Valley, where Oregon produces world-class wines. Its northern latitude gives it an exceptional climate for growing a variety of grapes.
7. Take a tasting tour of the local wineries, comparable in quality to France's Bordeaux region. The vineyards welcome visitors and often hold public events. Maps are available at the Chamber of Commerce in Beaverton.

Tips & Warnings

• Beaverton, Oregon enjoys nearly 16 hours of daylight in the summer. Plan your trip from June through September to enjoy the most daylight.
• When calling to make your reservation, lay out any specific preferences over the phone, including any special needs you may have. Be sure to tell the staff person if you are a member of any national organizations and ask if they offer a reduced rate.
• Be aware of the traffic light cameras if you plan to drive. The cameras were installed to lower the traffic accident rates.