Central Area, OR

Salem

Salem featuring a garden
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Popular places to visit

The arch of the beautiful stage.

Elsinore Theater

Enjoy a performance at Elsinore Theater, a storied theater in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Elsinore Theater
Oregon State Capitol which includes outdoor art

Oregon State Capitol

Watch legislative sessions, learn about key moments in Oregon’s history and admire the art deco architecture of one of the most recognizable buildings in the state.

Oregon State Capitol
Willamette Valley Vineyards

Willamette Valley Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Willamette Valley Vineyards during your travels to Turner. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Willamette Valley Vineyards
Orchard Heights Winery

Orchard Heights Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Orchard Heights Winery during your travels to Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Orchard Heights Winery

Salem Riverfront Park

After visiting Salem Riverfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Salem Riverfront Park

Willamette University

Explore the campus of Willamette University, during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.

Willamette University

Central Area Hotel Deals

The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem

3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR
The price is ₩262,871 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
₩262,871
₩296,794 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
SHORT BUSINESS TRIP TO SALEM OR
"THE FRONT DESK STAFF AND LADY IN THE BREAKFAST AREA WERE AMAZING! KAITLYN, MIKA AND OTHERS WHOSE NAMES HAVE SLIPPED MY MIND... ALL AN AMAZING AND PROFESSIONAL TEAM. THANKS FOR THE COOKIES AT FRONT DESK, EVERY EVENING. I AM DEFINITELY COMING BACK!!"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

The Grand Hotel - Salem
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
195 Commercial Street SE, Salem, OR
The price is ₩197,153 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
₩197,153
₩221,797 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (349 reviews)
The Best Hotel in Salem
"A great hotel! Very clean, comfortable lobby, friendly staff and well located."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

2.5 out of 5
3304 Market St Ne, Salem, OR
The price is ₩76,172 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
₩76,172
₩86,128 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
"For the price, it was a great place to stay, and the staff was great. I felt safe. Not a lot of road noise. Easy on and off the freeway."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Shilo Inn Suites - Salem
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

3 out of 5
890 Hawthorne Avenue SE, Salem, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩155,218 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
₩155,218
₩174,620 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (726 reviews)
"Front desk staff, Meadow, was very accommodating to my special needs."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
Comfort Suites Salem

Comfort Suites Salem

2.5 out of 5
630 Hawthorne Ave Se, Salem, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩147,778 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
₩147,778
₩166,250 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,134 reviews)
"Breakfast was lackluster. Some staff was great. Some staff you could tell would rather be anywhere else. Mixed bag"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Comfort Suites Salem
The Independence

The Independence

3 out of 5
201 Osprey Lane, Independence, OR
The price is ₩210,297 per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
₩210,297
₩232,384 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (963 reviews)
"Nice and clean with a great view of the river."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

The Independence
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Other neighborhoods around Central Area

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Court-Chemeketa Historic District

Court-Chemeketa Historic District might not have many top sights, but Oregon State Capitol and Willamette Heritage Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Court-Chemeketa Historic District
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Grant

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grant and surrounding area, you can visit Willamette Heritage Center and Salem Armory Auditorium.

Grant
Random old house that looked like it had history and was very classic

Northeast Neighbors

4/5(9 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Neighbors
Bush House Museum featuring a garden

South Central

Just south of downtown Salem, discover Bush's Pasture Park, Asahel Bush House and Museum, and Deepwood Estate, all nestled within the Gaiety Hill-Bush's Pasture Park Historic District. Enjoy a mix of history and green spaces!

South Central
Creepy, "Silent Hill" type factory town in center Oregon. Or maybe I just play too many video games.

Southeast Salem

4/5(157 area reviews)

While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Honeywood Winery and Willamette Heritage Center.

Southeast Salem
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Highland

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland and surrounding area, you can visit Salem Armory Auditorium and L. B. Day Amphitheater.

Highland

Central Area, OR