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 35 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.

The Best Hotels in Central Area, Salem - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Central Area hotels

1. The Grand Hotel - Salem

Central Area

Alfredo

₹18,234 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Central Area

Sheree

₹10,756 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

3. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Maylien

₹12,766 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Tyler

₹11,331 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

5. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Southeast Salem, 2.3 km from Central Area

Linda

₹7,860 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

8.3 km from Central Area

Laura

₹12,533 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

john

₹12,253 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

8. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

6.7 km from Central Area

Desaree

₹12,551 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Jaylen

₹12,253 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Indoor pool, open 5:00 AM to midnight, pool loungers

10. Comfort Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Elvia

₹11,422 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

11. The Hotel Salem

Morningside, 5.4 km from Central Area

NANCY

₹13,497 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

12. Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center

Northgate, 3.7 km from Central Area

Daniel

₹7,955 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

13. Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

North East Salem, 3.3 km from Central Area

Sukhjit

₹9,644 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

14. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

North Lancaster, 3.4 km from Central Area

Sherry

₹11,288 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

15. Everhome Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.2 km from Central Area

Jessica

₹13,760 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

16. Travelers Inn Motel

Northgate, 3.8 km from Central Area

MATTS

₹7,525 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.9 km from Central Area

John

₹14,397 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

North East Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Angela

₹8,385 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

19. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR

Northgate, 4.9 km from Central Area

Anderson

₹8,061 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

North East Salem, 3.5 km from Central Area

John

₹11,322 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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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 Elsinore Theater, 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 Fairgrounds Pavilion.

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North East Salem

When in North East Salem, you can plan a visit to Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and L. B. Day Amphitheater, 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 Historic Deepwood Estate are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn

8/10 Good

"The tv controls, I’m hard of hearing and no matter what I tried close caption was not a lot turn on"

The Grand Hotel - Salem

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay and were so impressed by the helpful staff! The complimentary breakfast, free parking, and daily happy hour—which was great and very reasonably priced—were fantastic perks. The location is unbeatable, making it easy to walk everywhere. The only minor downside was some noise at night from children jumping on the floor above us. However, the staff handled the situation promptly and professionally. Next time, we’ll definitely request a room on the top floor! We look forward to returning."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

10/10 Excellent

"Stay was 12 nights for work, so sleep was important. Price was about 20% lower for comparable Hotels in Salem ( It stayed consistant and I was shopping around online for over 2 months. 4 min drive to Walmart, and is Denny's across the street. 4 min to late night fast food on Lancaster Blvd (East of the property). Property felt safe, overall. If parking under the Oak trees, occasional Acorns may drop on your vehicle. It is the end of August, so they're still green and too small to make a dent. But you may find them on your wipers or truck bed, especially when the winds pick up. Elevators are fast, and placed near the front desk near the West end of the hotel, so could be a long walk to room from front desk. King Room was on the North side (away from the Freeway) and was quiet. Updated room and bathroom, which is nice. 5' long glass slide door shower with lots of water pressure. 28" TV, worked fine. Internet was fine for streaming Netflix, etc. Bed was comfy. Didn't use the pool, but it looked fine. The Hot Tub needed cleaning, so we didn't use it. Blackout and Shear curtains. Pillows were smaller than average. Breakfast closes doors at 9AM exactly (10AM on Sat & Sun). Staff was great and helpful. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you. Jim P."

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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. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

5. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

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

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

8. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

10. Comfort Suites Salem

11. The Hotel Salem

12. Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center

13. Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

14. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

15. Everhome Suites Salem

16. Travelers Inn Motel

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

19. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

Where to stay in Central Area

Southeast Salem

West Salem

Northgate

North East Salem

South Central

Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn

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