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 26 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.

Top 10 Central Area Hotels of 2026

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1. The Grand Hotel - Salem

Central Area

Kristine

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

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

2. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Central Area

Karina

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

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

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Ryan

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

4. Everhome Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.2 km from Central Area

Pablo

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with wooden benches and a pergola with string lights.

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Francisco

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

North East Salem, 3.5 km from Central Area

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a well-maintained lawn.

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

8.3 km from Central Area

Emmilee

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent neon sign, a covered entrance, and a flagpole.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Jill

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A wooden interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a brick wall.

9. Comfort Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Sarah

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A hotel swimming pool with a tiled deck, a lifeguard stand, and a covered seating area.

10. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

North Lancaster, 3.4 km from Central Area

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a parking lot, and landscaped areas.

11. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

6.7 km from Central Area

Amanda

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

12. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North

7.4 km from Central Area

Steven

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Hotel Salem."

13. The Hotel Salem

Morningside, 5.4 km from Central Area

Anne M.

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern lobby with a seating area, a refreshment bar, and a large poster of a cityscape.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

MIKE

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A large, two-story building with a stone facade and a sign that reads "Cheesehead Inn."

15. Oregon Garden Resort

19.9 km from Central Area

Cristina

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A backyard with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, and a grill.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.9 km from Central Area

Jose

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a chair.

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Southeast Salem, 2.3 km from Central Area

Crystal

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A Days Inn lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street.

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

North East Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Pitricia

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, toaster, and various food containers.

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast

North Lancaster, 3.5 km from Central Area

Vernon

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, patterned rug, and a wooden coffee table.

20. Best Western Woodburn

26.6 km from Central Area

Gregory

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Grand Hotel - Salem	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 572 reviews	View
Everhome Suites Salem	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 55 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 410 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central Area

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

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Southeast Salem

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

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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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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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Northgate

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

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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.

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Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

The Independence

10/10 Excellent

"This is the 3rd or 4th time I have stayed at the Independence and the hotel is quiet and clean, and in a cute location. Everybody at the front desk is welcoming and I look foward to my next visit!"

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I’ve stayed here twice in the last year for high school soccer matches and we have felt well taken care of both times in our stays! The front desk is top notch and a joy to visit with. The pool area is lovely. Rooms spacious and comfortable! The only down side is the breakfast is a voucher for Denny’s and both times the service and food adult at Denny’s were lacking. I just wish they had a true continental breakfast option on the property."

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1. The Grand Hotel - Salem

2. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

3. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

4. Everhome Suites Salem

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

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

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

9. Comfort Suites Salem

10. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

11. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

12. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North

13. The Hotel Salem

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

15. Oregon Garden Resort

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast

20. Best Western Woodburn

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