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
"Stayed 2 nights with children. Free parking, free wifi, free breakfast and friendly staff. The pool was a plus. Very close to the Oregon State Capitol and Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church. For the price we paid compared to other hotels where you have to pay for parking and no breakfast — it was all ..."
Reviewed on 15 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
"Office staff very helpful and friendly. Room very clean."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"It was great"
Reviewed on 15 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.

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







