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)

Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park
Top hotels in South Gateway

Oregon Garden Resort
"Only stayed one night. Room was spacious and had nice amenities, however a good updating and replacing the hard beds would be great. Because it is Northwest Oregon, the grounds were beautifully green and plants looked mostly healthy. They do need to spray more often for ants. The complimentary breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"Staff was great. Really accommodating to me parking my loaded pick up right in front of the doorway overnight, so we didn’t have to empty it out overnight. Thank you"
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
"Breakfast was the highlight of this one night stay. A lot to choose from and continually restocked. The coffee was not good in the lobby or the room. Our TV never did work as someone had unplugged the HDMI cable and we were unable to reach behind the TV mount to replug it. No problem with people ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

The Independence
"Clean room in a great location. The only downside was the rooftop bar was closed for a private event."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
"The bed was the hardest bed ever, the ac barely worked, the room smelled of mold. It was extremely noisy from 5 am on. The worst hotel I've stayed at. The staff had great customer service."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"Room was clean upon check in. The sofa bed along with 2 queens was a very nice feature for the family. Breakfast was good and the ladies kept up with the demand. Heads up to those visiting, the salt and pepper is across the breakfast room by the fruit tray. Kids enjoyed the pool and spa. Ice and ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Where to stay in South Gateway

Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol 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.

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.







