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 34 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

ohannes

NT$6,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

2. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Central Area

Sheree

NT$3,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A breakfast counter with a sign that reads "GOOD MORNING" and a display case with pastries.

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

8.3 km from Central Area

Laura

NT$4,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

4. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Priyank

NT$4,227 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

5. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

6.7 km from Central Area

Desaree

NT$4,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Tyler

NT$3,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Sherri

NT$4,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

8. Comfort Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Cheryl

NT$3,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Southeast Salem, 2.3 km from Central Area

Crystal

NT$2,663 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Magdalena

NT$4,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

11. The Hotel Salem

Morningside, 5.4 km from Central Area

NANCY

NT$4,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a sink. There are two paintings on the wall.

12. Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

North East Salem, 3.3 km from Central Area

Sukhjit

NT$3,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.9 km from Central Area

Linda

NT$5,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

14. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

North Lancaster, 3.4 km from Central Area

MARGARET

NT$3,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

15. Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center

Northgate, 3.7 km from Central Area

Daniel

NT$3,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

16. Oregon Garden Resort

19.9 km from Central Area

Brittany

NT$3,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted phone, and framed pictures.

17. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR

Northgate, 4.9 km from Central Area

Anderson

NT$2,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North

7.4 km from Central Area

Brad

NT$4,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

North East Salem, 3.5 km from Central Area

John

NT$3,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

20. Best Western Woodburn

26.6 km from Central Area

Yong

NT$4,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Where to stay in Central Area

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

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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 Minto-Brown Island Park, 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 Oregon State Fair Skychairs.

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North East Salem

Though North East Salem might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.

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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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Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Salem

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel Salem is so thoughtfully laid out! The staff is all so helpful and kind! I absolutely loved my room. The Hotel is right near Trader Joes and some restaurants. I cannot say enough how my one night stay was so helpful and soothing to me during a very stressful time."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn

8/10 Good

"The elevator was broken so we had to carry suitcase down stairs. Thankfully, the staircase was short and the lobby was on the 2nd floor so all guests needed to go up or down a max of 1 short flight. Stuff happens and the staff was working to resolve. Otherwise, our stay was very nice. Typical hotel breakfast with variety."

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Our top choices for Central Area hotels

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. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

5. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

8. Comfort Suites Salem

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

11. The Hotel Salem

12. Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

14. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

15. Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center

16. Oregon Garden Resort

17. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

20. Best Western Woodburn

Where to stay in Central Area

Southeast Salem

West Salem

Northgate

North East Salem

South Central

Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Salem

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