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

Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

Seven Falls Hiking Tour at Silver Falls State Park
Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem
"We had a wonderful stay and were so impressed by the helpful staff! The complimentary breakfast, free parking, and daily happy hour—which was great and very reasonably priced—were fantastic perks. The location is unbeatable, making it easy to walk everywhere. The only minor downside was some noise ..."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
"The hotel is newer and very updated. One of the nices hotels in Salem. The location is great. Walkable to all downtown eateries. We dropped off our daughter for school at Willamette and it was a 5 min drive or 15 walk go her school. Will be returning!"
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Oregon Garden Resort

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"We always look forward to the breakfast at dennys"
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
"Clean, safe and quiet. Free morning breakfast. Limited vegan options. Well lit parking."
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"Staff gave great list of recommendations for area activities and restaurants. Good breakfast and nice modern rooms."
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026
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 Elsinore Theater, 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 Fairgrounds Pavilion.

South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush House Museum and Historic Deepwood Estate are top sights worth seeing.

North East Salem
When in North East Salem, you can plan a visit to Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and L. B. Day Amphitheater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.









