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

Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch

Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem
"Great stay! Just be sure to note that restaurant and bar are not open 7 days a week."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
"Friendly, helpful staff, clean room and delicious dinner at the restaurant."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"Great stay, friendly staff, nice and quiet, can’t go wrong with price. Breakfast at Denny’s, which was included, was perfect."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
"The ambience and the setting of the location were amazing. It’s a great place to take your pet. We had our own back patio with its own gate and our dog could run in and out just to feel like he was at home. Silverton has always beautiful, but this location is just amazing. Staff was nice and polite ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

The Independence
"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 2 Jul 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"Older hotel but upgraded and nice"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Central Area

South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush Barn Art Center and Historic Deepwood Estate 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 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.









