South Gateway
Salem
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Popular places to visit
Salem Riverfront Park
After visiting Salem Riverfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Willamette Valley Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Willamette Valley Vineyards during your travels to Turner. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Oregon State Capitol
Watch legislative sessions, learn about key moments in Oregon’s history and admire the art deco architecture of one of the most recognizable buildings in the state.
Bush's Pasture Park
Bush's Pasture Park is just one of the places to see in Salem, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.
Creekside Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Salem at Creekside Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion
Catch an event at Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion during your trip to Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
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)
Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park
Top hotels in South Gateway
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"Room was tidied every day. only issue was an inoperable floor lamp. Breakfast at the adjacent Denny's every day turned out better than I expected. Elevator is too small for a hotel of this size. Beds were comfortable. Would have been nice to have hot water for tea at the coffee stand on the first ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2026
The Independence
"Big high ceiling room is nice"
Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2026
Oregon Garden Resort
"The pool was cold. The hot tub was great. Stingy with checkout time. Continental breakfast was ok. The resort is beautifully decorated with plants and trees galore. Front desk/lady was slow and cumbersome by having guest fill out a registration form. And about 5 guests ahead of us and no backup help ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2026
Comfort Suites Salem
"Great place, no issues ."
Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2026
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR
"the toilet needs the guts replaced. it runs and runs. otherwise the room was pretty good."
Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2026
Phoenix Inn Suites - Albany
"I've stayed here multiple times while visiting my son in Eugene. Yes, it's a 40 minute drive from Albany to Eugene, but depending on the weekend, you will pay half as much staying in Albany and will also be closer to PDX on your return home (if you're visiting from out of town like me.) Don't expect ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun, 2026
Where to stay in South Gateway
South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush Barn Art Center and Bush House Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Honeywood Winery and Wunderland are top sights worth seeing.
Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol 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.
