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

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

The Grand Hotel - Salem
"Staff were great. Friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"Front service was very nice. Upon arrival let me know about free complementary breakfast which collab with Denny’s, which is in walking distance across the parking lot."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Oregon Garden Resort

The Independence
"Room was large and clean and the beds were very comfortable with soft sheets. We ate at the onsite restaurant and it was tasty! We’d definitely return."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
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 Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Salem Armory Auditorium.

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 Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.






