South Central Travel Guide
Salem





Visit South Central
Stay near popular South Central attractions
Things to do

Seven Falls Hiking Tour at Silver Falls State Park

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Top hotels in South Central

Oregon Garden Resort
"Beautiful hotel and very helpful staff. The only disappointment was that the coffee maker didn’t work. The garden that is free to enter was lovely!"
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

The Hotel Salem

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
"N/A"
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"Very pleasant stay for what we needed. Kid friendly and the staff were helpful. It was a pleasant surprise to find out the breakfast was offered at Denny’s restaurant located beside the hotel. The pool was large and we really enjoyed the shallow pool that they had beside the main pool. Bonus feature ..."
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
"The front desk staff were great. It was a good location. I really like that they have a room with three beds. Unfortunately our room had a few things that we weren't thrilled about. You had to keep the light on to watch TV due to the outlet /wiring issue. There was stinky old food left in the fridge. ..."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"The property is nice and clean, breakfast is included and is usually quiet for the most part."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
Where to stay in South Central

Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Honeywood Winery and Wunderland are top sights worth seeing.

West Salem
When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Carousel and A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northgate
While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like L. B. Day Amphitheater and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.

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










