About this Location

Facility Overview

Parking NW - Lot #224 is a centrally located, open-air surface parking facility situated at 100 SW Broadway in the vibrant core of Downtown Portland, Oregon. Positioned right at the transitional threshold between the Downtown retail corridor, Old Town Chinatown, and the bustling Pearl District, this lot provides an accessible and stress-free parking solution for both daily commuters and weekend visitors. Because it operates as an outdoor surface lot, Lot #224 boasts completely unobstructed vertical clearance, making it an exceptional parking choice for oversized vehicles, high-roof conversion vans, full-size pickup trucks, commercial work vehicles, and vehicles carrying roof racks or rooftop cargo boxes that cannot enter standard underground or multi-deck downtown garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Lot #224 places visitors within effortless walking distance of some of Portland’s most iconic cultural landmarks, entertainment venues, and culinary destinations:

Powell\'s City of Books: The world-famous multi-story bookstore is located just 4 blocks north (approx. a 5-minute walk) across Burnside in the Pearl District.
Live Music & Entertainment: Legendary local venues such as the Roseland Theater, Star Theater, and Darcelle XV Showplace are within a 3 to 5-minute stroll, while the historic Crystal Ballroom is less than a 10-minute walk away.
Pioneer Courthouse Square & Downtown Retail: Portland’s \'Living Room\' and the Pioneer Place shopping mall are a short 6-minute walk south down Broadway.
Old Town Chinatown & Waterfront: Famous dining staples like Voodoo Doughnut, the Lan Su Chinese Garden, and Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park along the Willamette River are all reachable within a 6 to 9-minute walk.
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall & Cultural District: Located just south on Broadway, offering an easy 10 to 12-minute walk to major theatrical and orchestral performances.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Lot #224 offers smooth ingress and egress along SW Broadway and adjacent cross streets, providing direct and convenient navigation without the tight spiraling ramps of enclosed parking structures. Exiting the facility post-event is streamlined, with swift connections to West Burnside Street, SW 4th Avenue, and quick on-ramps to Interstate 405, Highway 26, and Interstate 5 across the Morrison or Burnside bridges. For those connecting to public transit, the lot sits just one block from the 5th and 6th Avenue Portland Transit Mall, delivering immediate access to TriMet MAX Light Rail (Green, Yellow, and Orange lines) and numerous citywide bus lines.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous headroom with zero height restriction, accommodating tall passenger vans, trucks, and SUVs.
Contactless Mobile Payments: Quick drive-up payment via mobile parking apps (such as ParkMobile or Reef/Parking NW systems) and clear posted signage.
On-Site Pay Stations: Modern automated kiosks accepting major credit cards and debit cards.
Dedicated Lighting & Visibility: Well-lit perimeter and central driving lanes for enhanced visibility and peace of mind during nighttime parking.
Accessible Stalls: Designated ADA accessible parking bays conveniently located close to pedestrian exits.

Ideal For

Concertgoers & Nightlife Enthusiasts: Direct, hassle-free parking for attendees heading to Roseland Theater, Star Theater, and surrounding downtown music halls.
Shoppers & Book Lovers: An easy base for exploring Powell’s City of Books, local boutiques, and Pioneer Place.
Daily Commuters: Professionals working in the central business district seeking rapid entry and exit without deck queues.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: Drivers of full-size trucks, Sprinter-style vans, and vehicles with rooftop sporting equipment.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Portland street patterns feature one-way grids, so map your approach down SW Broadway in advance. Although the lot is open 24 hours, spaces can fill quickly on Friday and Saturday evenings when nearby music venues host sold-out shows. Always check posted rates upon arrival, remember to enter your correct license plate number at the pay station or mobile app before walking away, and adhere to Portland city-wide best practices by locking your doors and keeping all personal belongings out of plain view.