South Gateway Travel Guide
Salem

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

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch

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

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"Misty at check in was extremely helpful and pleasant. The property is very well maintained and everything was clean. Would definitely recommend this property."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
"Great place!"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

The Independence
"The front desk on Saturday was extremely helpful when we needed to add another night to our stay and made the transition to our new room go smoothly. Both rooms 204 and 109 need new desk chairs, they are worn out. Second night, the neighbors in the room next door were too loud from 12-4am. Dressed, ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Phoenix Inn Suites - Albany
"Staff was very friendly. Room was clean. Breakfast was so-so. It's right next to an adult shop. Did not realize that when I booked it for my daughter and teammate. From the freeway, the sign looks sketchy. But it's decent inside."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"I’ve stayed at this hotel once before, but it seems like it has gone downhill, especially for the price that I paid. Upon arrival, there was no desk in no ironing board, which didn’t work for me as I was traveling for business. I got moved to another floor, which was nice that they did that however, ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
"The room was very clean, the staff was great. Breakfast was great. The room is small but it was very clean."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Gateway

South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush Barn Art Center and Historic Deepwood Estate are top sights worth seeing.

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

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

West Salem
When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Carousel and Union Street Railroad Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North East Salem
When in North East Salem, you can plan a visit to Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.











