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Our top choices for Central Area hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and a large TV.

1. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
3.5 star property
Central Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (546 reviews)
"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!"
United States
Manuela
The price is S$164
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

2. The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem
3.5 star property
Central Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful property and excellent staff"
United States
F.
The price is S$249
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Grand Hotel - Salem
A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, a wooden wall with leaf decorations, a large chandelier, and a staircase with patterned carpet.

3. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Charles
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
A modern hotel with a prominent neon sign, a covered entrance, and a flagpole.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR
2.5 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Highly recommend."
United States
john
The price is S$164
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a chair.

5. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
2.0 star property
Southeast Salem, 2.3 km from Central Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice restaurant, very lovely grounds. Good location"
United States
Susan
The price is S$104
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
A modern lobby with a seating area, a refreshment bar, and a large poster of a cityscape.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
3.0 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,065 reviews)
"Room was clean, breakfast was great!"
United States
Tyler
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
A modern outdoor seating area with wooden benches and a pergola with string lights.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem
3.0 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (393 reviews)
"The staff was great here!"
United States
Jaylen
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

8. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

Holiday Inn Salem by IHG
3.0 star property
North Lancaster, 3.4 km from Central Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The waitresses in the restaurant were so nice."
United States
Sherry
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Salem by IHG
A modern hotel building with a sign reading 'Everhome Suites.' It features a stone facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

9. Everhome Suites Salem

Everhome Suites Salem
2.5 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.2 km from Central Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Nice hotel, Very clean and spacious!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Everhome Suites Salem
A wooden interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a brick wall.

10. Comfort Suites Salem

Comfort Suites Salem
2.5 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,356 reviews)
"It’s beautiful, the breakfast is excellent, and the staff is fantastic."
United States
Elvia
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Suites Salem
A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Hotel Salem."

11. The Hotel Salem

The Hotel Salem
3.0 star property
Morningside, 5.4 km from Central Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,373 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and the breakfast was excellent!"
United States
Darryl P
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Hotel Salem
A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon
4.0 star property
North East Salem, 3.5 km from Central Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"It definitely above average stay"
United States
David
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon
A Days Inn lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
2.5 star property
North East Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was comfortable and we got what we paid for. A place to lay our heads for the night. I appreciate the good coffee and the granola bar to start my day. Staff was friendly and helpful"
United States
Kathy
The price is S$112
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
A breakfast counter with a sign that reads "GOOD MORNING" and a display case with pastries.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salem North - Keizer by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salem North - Keizer by IHG
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Central Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (987 reviews)
"Love staying here. Everything is so close by and the staff is amazing!"
United States
Laura
The price is S$174
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salem North - Keizer by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a parking lot, and landscaped areas.

15. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Central Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Amanda
The price is S$168
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a sink. There are two paintings on the wall.

16. Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

Shilo Inn Suites - Salem
2.5 star property
North East Salem, 3.3 km from Central Area
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very good hotel, I like it."
United States
Sukhjit
The price is S$129
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Shilo Inn Suites - Salem
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

17. Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center

Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center
2.0 star property
Northgate, 3.7 km from Central Area
7.0 out of 10, Good, (996 reviews)
"Good place to stay, but the walls were very thin to the parking lot."
United States
Scott
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center
A backyard with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, and a grill.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

Residence Inn by Marriott Salem
3.0 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.9 km from Central Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (408 reviews)
"I did not like the fact that you had to pay for parking and there was no surveillance."
United States
John
The price is S$192
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott Salem
A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

19. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Central Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Super clean and friendly staff"
United States
Roberto
The price is S$196
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North
A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, toaster, and various food containers.

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast

Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast
2.5 star property
North Lancaster, 3.5 km from Central Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (989 reviews)
"Great hot tub and pool. Room was not as nice as I would have liked."
United States
Mellisa
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast
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Where to stay in Central Area

Find the best Central Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large building with a statue on top, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.

Southeast Salem

If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Honeywood Winery and Wunderland are top sights worth seeing.

A pedestrian bridge over a river, surrounded by greenery and a large globe sculpture.

West Salem

When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Carousel and A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Northgate

While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like L. B. Day Amphitheater and Salem Armory Auditorium.

A gazebo with a red roof and white columns surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

South Central

If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush House Museum and Soap box derby are top sights worth seeing.

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Northeast Neighbors

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

Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Nice"
Kelly 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Area?
Travellers to the Central Area neighbourhood in Salem will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Central Area travel tips? Make sure that you visit Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's the best accommodation in Central Area?
Based on our traveller data, The Grand Hotel - Salem is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Area. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the area is Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Central Area?
Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options in Central Area to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Salem area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Central Area.
What are the top things to see and do in Central Area?
Central Area's sights and attractions like Elsinore Theater, Capitol City Theater and Willamette Heritage Center offer insight into the local culture. Oregon State Capitol and Salem Riverfront Carousel are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Central Area include The Hallie Ford Museum of Art, Regal Cinebarre Movieland and State Capitol State Park. When you're sightseeing in Salem, A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village and Willamette Heritage Center are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Central Area and the greater Salem area?
If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Salem Station.

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