When we first stepped into our room, we were blown away by how large and well set up it was. I thought maybe we'd been upgraded, but no -- it was a standard king room. It was arranged like a studio apartment with a chest -height pony wall, behind which were a good-sized mini-frudge, and a microwave under a large counter. There was a comfy sofa (two-cushion), a desk and a desk chair. Some of the king rooms may not have pony-walls, but they all have the sofa, desk, etc. There were yummy chocolate chip cookies upon arrival and breakfast was better than the average. All the staff were hospitable and competent. It's a new building, so it's in great shape. We didn't use the indoor pool, but it looked clean and inviting. I was in Salem for an outpatient procedure, and the clinic was an easy, fast, and pleasant drive away. The area has a number of stores and restaurants within easy walking distance. It's in an attractive and quiet neighborhood. I would definitely recommend this hotel, HOWEVER, if you are setting up your GPS, be sure to enter "The Hotel Salem." We just entered "Hotel Salem" and ended up at the Knight Hotel, five miles away from the Hotel Salem.