Welcome to Eugene! Eugene-Springfield, Oregon’s second largest metro area, offers convenient air access from our regional airport, easy freeway access via Interstate-5, as well as Amtrak service directly into the Eugene downtown area.
Eugene features world-class dining, museums, art galleries, shopping, and the Hult Center for the Performing Arts – with resident theater, opera and ballet companies. The University of Oregon calls Eugene home, bringing a vibrancy and energy to the metro area. Go Ducks!
Local Hotels
Special Rate for Wordcrafters:
Stay at one of Eugene’s treasures, The Campbell House Inn. WEBSITE.
A historic boutique hotel, the Campbell House Inn is a luxurious bed and breakfast in Eugene, Oregon, offering classic elegance, exquisite decor and delectable fine dining. All rooms include full gourmet breakfast, evening wine reception and ample free parking. Main floor meeting and sleeping rooms are wheelchair accessible.
Call them directly to reserve your room: 541.343.1119 / 800.264.2519
Reservation Discount Code: WORDCRAFTERS
Save: 25% off deluxe Suites, 15% off most Standard Rooms, 10% off Small and Cozies and certain Standard rooms
Located at 252 Pearl Street, Eugene (just a few blocks from Wordcrafters!)
Here are some other good options:
The Phoenix Hotel, Downtown Eugene – WEBSITE
Located just six blocks from the Amtrak station and offering complimentary airport shuttle transportation to the Eugene airport, the hotel is easily accessible. Situated in the city’s art and entertainment district, the hotel is close to many things to do in Eugene with ease such as shopping, dining and visiting local businesses.Enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet with eggs and sausage each morning and fresh-baked cookies served nightly.
The Timber Motel, Downtown Eugene – WEBSITE
Located across the street from the UO Baker Center at 1019 Pearl Street, you’ll be close to the event and central to the many fine restaurants and shops in the hear of Downtown Eugene.
Travel Options to and from Eugene
Euro-style Amtrak Cascades trains unique to the Northwest Rail Corridor provides service from Eugene to Los Angeles or to Seattle and British Columbia. The station is just down the street from Wordcrafters!
The Eugene Airport (Mahlon Sweet Field, code: EUG) is the fifth largest airport in the Pacific Northwest, and provides commercial air service to a six-county region in mid-Oregon. Conveniently located 15 minutes from downtown Eugene, the airport is served by Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines (operated by SkyWest Airlines), Horizon Air, Frontier and United Airlines (operated by SkyWest Airlines), and features non-stop flights from Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix-Mesa, Portland, Redmond, Oakland, San Francisco, Salt Lake City, and Seattle.
Eugene Activities
There is so much to see and do in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region! From the coast, to the valley, to the mountains, explore historic attractions, museums, covered bridges, wineries, shopping and more!This is the perfect destination for travelers wanting to experience the best of the Northwest. Everything is within easy touring distance.
Visit the Magnificent Oregon Coast — With dramatic ocean views and moderate temperatures, Florence is a natural draw for many.Take time to explore the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area in depth. An exciting dune buggy ride or horseback excursion will surely whet your appetite for more. Get sand in your shoes and hike past estuaries, wildlife preserves and on to the beach itself or through a coastal rainforest. Choose your trail and your distance but be sure to include the route to one of America’s most photographed lighthouses – Heceta Head. Go crabbing or clamming or just sit and enjoy the cool ocean air while enjoying a bowl of chowder. The Oregon Coast has something for everyone.
Valley Options — The metro area of Eugene/Springfield and its many outlying communities offer fun for all. We have several world-class wineries with amazing views from their tasting rooms.
Mountain Options — Our mountainous regions provide visitors with miles of trails to explore. Either by bike or on foot, you can venture into old-growth forests to deep blue pools or sparkling waterfalls. Go all day and hardly see another person. Ski, mountain bike, hike, go white water rafting, fishing… even in March we have an environment perfect for those who love the outdoors.