Central Area

Salem

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A steel bridge with a central walkway and railings.
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Stay near popular Central Area attractions

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Salem Riverfront Park

8.6/10 (355 reviews)
After visiting Salem Riverfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Meet the growers of these dynamic vintages

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

P17,630
per adult
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

P748
per adult
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Willamette Valley vineyard

Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour

P60,794
per traveler
Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Private Willamette Valley Wine Tour

Private Willamette Valley Wine Tour

P78,546
per traveler
Private Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

P27,357
per adult
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private
Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland

Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)

P60,794
per adult
Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
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Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem

3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se Salem OR
The price is P10,416 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P10,416
P11,760 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay! Just be sure to note that restaurant and bar are not open 7 days a week."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

The Grand Hotel - Salem
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
195 Commercial Street SE Salem OR
The price is P10,949 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P10,949
P12,318 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (502 reviews)
"Friendly, helpful staff, clean room and delicious dinner at the restaurant."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

2.5 out of 5
3125 Ryan Drive SE Salem OR
The price is P6,409 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P6,409
P7,247 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff, nice and quiet, can’t go wrong with price. Breakfast at Denny’s, which was included, was perfect."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Oregon Garden Resort

Oregon Garden Resort

3 out of 5
895 W Main St Silverton OR
The price is P10,551 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P10,551
P11,659 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Silverton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"We were very excited about staying at the garden resort. Unfortunately, it’s a bit rundown. It needs a complete facelift. The toilet didn’t work well our coffee maker needed to be replaced and the back patio which should’ve been beautiful. Was a slab of concrete. The included breakfast was adequate ..."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
The Independence

The Independence

3 out of 5
201 Osprey Lane Independence OR
The price is P11,784 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P11,784
P13,022 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"I asked if I could check out later and Monica accomadated me I still left before checkout but she gave me peace of mind. She was also helpful with information regarding sightseeing. Paige also took down my number and called me when my room was ready rather than waiting until 3. I only had breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

The Independence
Comfort Suites Salem

Comfort Suites Salem

2.5 out of 5
630 Hawthorne Ave Se Salem OR
The price is P7,579 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P7,579
P8,526 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,280 reviews)
"Older hotel but upgraded and nice"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
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Where to stay in Central Area

Find the best Central Area areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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South Central

While visiting South Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bush Barn Art Center and Historic Deepwood Estate.

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Southeast Salem

While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Willamette Heritage Center and Honeywood Winery.

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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.

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North East Salem

Though North East Salem might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.

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Northgate

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

Central Area