Central Area Travel Guide
Salem





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

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park
Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem
"Nice restaurant,helpful staff , very clean"
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
"Be aware…. Management does not do room inspections following housekeeping. Shampoo in shower was completely empty. Also, you cannot lower the air below 68 degrees and they do not mention this, with weather in the 90’s. In order to have the room cooler, you must request VIP access to have the hotel ..."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"The hotel is immaculately clean and the rooms are comfortable. The breakfast was amazing. The pool area is super clean. The staff is helpful and very friendly."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
"Muy bonito paisaje y no me gusta las alfombras en los cuartos, se me hace muy sucio"
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

The Independence
"Beautiful room! We slept so well! Shower was amazing! Great staff! Delicious breakfast! Close to Wedding Venue! Park nearby gave us enjoyment and fun people watching! Loved the view of the Willamette River at breakfast. Bikes to borrow. Paths along the river."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"This was a family trip for travel ball. Stay was great, overall. Only thing I'd have a complaint about was the seating for breakfast area. Maybe use conference room area?"
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Central Area

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 Fair Skychairs.

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

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






