What's it like in Central Area?

Travelers to the Central Area neighborhood in Salem will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Central Area travel tips? Be sure to check out Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Central Area?

Based on our traveler 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 will I be able to find in Central Area?

Expedia has 26 hotels and other accommodations 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 room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Central Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Area?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Central Area, head over to our customer service page .

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 neighborhood. 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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1. The Grand Hotel - Salem

Central Area

Kristine

￥26,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 5 - Dec 6

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

￥19,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a long corridor leading to other rooms.

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

8.3 km from Central Area

Teresa

￥18,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

MIKE

￥17,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, a wooden wall with leaf decorations, a large chandelier, and a staircase with patterned carpet.

5. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Charles

￥18,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

6. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

North Lancaster, 3.4 km from Central Area

Melissa

￥17,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

7. Comfort Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Sarah

￥16,554 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Francisco

￥18,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Jill

￥18,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

North East Salem, 3.5 km from Central Area

Melissa

￥17,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 5 - Dec 6

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

11. The Hotel Salem

Morningside, 5.4 km from Central Area

Anne M.

￥20,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

12. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Southeast Salem, 2.3 km from Central Area

Crystal

￥13,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

13. Everhome Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.2 km from Central Area

Pablo

￥20,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.9 km from Central Area

Jose

￥21,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

wendi

￥20,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

16. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

6.7 km from Central Area

Amanda

￥15,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A two-story building with a covered entrance and a landscaped garden.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn

26.4 km from Central Area

Jeffrey

￥14,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 3 - Dec 4

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

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast

North Lancaster, 3.5 km from Central Area

Blanca

￥13,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

North East Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Rebecca

￥12,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a car parked in front, and a sign reading "The Independence A Trace Hotel".

20. The Independence

15.3 km from Central Area

Norma

￥26,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 571 reviews	View
The Grand Hotel - Salem	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 407 reviews	View
Everhome Suites Salem	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 50 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central Area

Find the best Central Area areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Area

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Southeast Salem

While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Honeywood Winery and Wunderland.

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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

Just south of downtown Salem, discover Bush's Pasture Park, Asahel Bush House and Museum, and Deepwood Estate, all nestled within the Gaiety Hill-Bush's Pasture Park Historic District. Enjoy a mix of history and green spaces!

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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

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I know it's silly but having breakfast included and discounted dinner at Denny's was fantastic. Hot tub and pool were a great way to wind down after a long day of hiking at Silver Falls SP."

Everhome Suites Salem

10/10 Excellent

"Our hotel stay was truly an incredible experience! From the moment we arrived until checkout, everything was wonderful. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay. The only downside was seeing some homeless encampments nearby, but honestly, it didn’t bother us or take away from our overall experience. We still had a wonderful stay and would definitely come back! ❤️"

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed at Days Inn Black Bear on 10.26.26. Check in was easy and quick. I'm an older woman that decided to go to TJ Max just after dark. I got lost. I called the front desk at the hotel. The same young woman that had checked me in answer. She gave me great directions on how to get back to the hotel. She was so helpful. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. I AM VERY APPRECIATIVE!"

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1. The Grand Hotel - Salem

2. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

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

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

5. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

6. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

7. Comfort Suites Salem

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

11. The Hotel Salem

12. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

13. Everhome Suites Salem

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

15. Oregon Garden Resort

16. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

20. The Independence

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