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

Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch

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

The Grand Hotel - Salem

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
"Property is not ADA compliant with parking, staff are rude when asking for help and rooms were dirty, mold in shower, and thermostat does not stay at temp set. The lack of ADA compliance was by far the worst thing I’ve ever experience and my stay was not close to worth the $600 for 2 nights."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Oregon Garden Resort
"Room was great! The coffee maker didn't work. Had to fight it to get coffee and when we finally did it made a big mess. Breakfast was great! Very quiet. Hot tub was great!"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Best Western Woodburn
"I appreciated the handicap bathroom in our room"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Central Area

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

West Salem
When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village and Salem Riverfront Carousel, 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.

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.

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






