Best hotels in Eugene
Fairfield Inn & Suites Eugene East / Springfield
3003 Franklin Boulevard, OR, 97403
Located just to the east of the University of Oregon and with free Wi-Fi and ergonomic in-room workstations, this hotel is ideal for both students and those visiting the university. After a long day, sink into your comfortable bed before waking up to views across the Willamette River.
Inn at the 5th Eugene
205 East 6th Avenue, OR, 97401
This modern and elegant boutique hotel is within 5th Street Public Market alongside stores and restaurants including the hotel’s own Marche, which serves up excellent French cuisine. Rooms are well-appointed and spacious, and the location simply can’t be beaten.
Graduate Eugene
66 East 6th Avenue, OR, 97401
Close to Alton Baker Park and next door to the Hult Center, the décor of this unique hotel celebrates the surrounding area and the university with nods to Nike (both co-founders went to the university) and Ducks, the nickname for the local sports teams. Don’t miss the chance to grab a game of golf during your stay.
Where to eat in Eugene
Toxic Wings
2766 West 11th Avenue, OR, 97402
You can order up to 100 bone-in or boneless wings with a sauce of your choice (ranch or blue cheese are the go-to flavors, but regulars might go for raspberry habanero or pineapple jerk) at this restaurant that has three locations across the city. Halibut is also on the menu alongside reliable burgers and sandwiches. Wash it down with a blackberry or salted caramel milkshake, highlights along with the more traditional flavors.
Bagel Sphere
4089 West 11th Avenue, OR, 97402
Choose your bagel and pick your fillings at this restaurant that is open for both breakfast and lunch. Order ‘The Waterfront’ which comes with smoked salmon, goat cheese, cucumber and fresh dill, while ‘The Willamette’ bagel features smoked turkey, cream cheese, avocado, tomato, onion and mixed greens.
Fisherman’s Market
830 West 7th Ave, OR, 97402
Seafood is served from ‘boat to plate’ and couldn’t be fresher at this restaurant owned by an Alaskan commercial fisherman. Fisherman’s Market was featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and serves 12 types of fish and chips, Cajun crawfish pie, fish tacos and Oregon Dungeness crab dinner.
What to do in Eugene
Hendricks Park
Summit Avenue and Skyline Boulevard, OR, 97403
While Alton Baker Park might be the largest in the city, just south of it you’ll find the oldest. Across 80 acres you’ll wander through a rhododendron garden with more than 6,000 varieties and majestic, 200-year-old fir trees. You can also join the 12 mile Ridgeline Trail, ideal for a picturesque hike.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
1430 Johnson Lane, OR, 97403
Situated within the University of Oregon, this museum is on the National Register for Historic Places and first opened in 1933. It houses the Murray Warner Collection of Oriental Art where you can view more than 3,700 pieces of historic and contemporary Chinese, Japanese, Korean and American art.
Hayward Field
1580 East 15th Avenue, OR, 97403
This stadium, which dates from 1919, is also located at the university and has featured in many movies. It hosts prestigious track and field events including the US Olympic Trials and the World Athletic Championships. Make sure to check which events are on while you’re here.