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

Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem
"Great staff!!!!!!!!"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
"We had a great stay. Room was very nice. We ate breakfast at the restaurant. Food was okay. They didn’t have a couple of the things on hand to complete our order & we had to order something else."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"It's a good choice compared to the money you pay."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
"Nice room- great breakfast included- (coffee blah). Excellent and friendly hotel And restaurant staff. Will come back!"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

The Independence
"When we checked in and the next day when we changed rooms the woman at the front desk was efficient and made the transition smooth. This is our 5th or 6th stay here in the last few months. We always enjoy our stay. This time had a few glitches, from 12pm to 4am the room next to ours was noisy and ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"Very clean very nice staff"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Central Area

South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Historic Deepwood Estate and Soap box derby are top sights worth seeing.

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 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.

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










