Central Area Travel Guide

Salem

An aerial view of a city with a prominent building in the center, surrounded by smaller buildings and a parking lot.
A steel bridge with a central walkway and railings.
A large, white building with a dome and a statue on top.
A cinema marquee with the text "Cinebarre" and "February Oscars Walking Dead Now Hiring".
A large building with a central dome, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem

3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se Salem OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £141 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£141
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Grand Hotel - Salem
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
195 Commercial Street SE Salem OR
The price is £115 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£115
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown

Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown

Salem OR
Stay at this holiday home in Salem. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Saturday Market and Willamette Heritage Center are located nearby.
Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
New York Style Loft/Condo in Oldest Historical Building In Downtown Salem Oregon

New York Style Loft/Condo in Oldest Historical Building In Downtown Salem Oregon

Salem OR
Stay at this golf apartment in Salem. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Capitol City Theater and Salem Riverfront ...
10/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
"Super fun Salem Loft. We enjoyed walking the city and experiencing all that Salem has to offer. The food options were endless. If you want to be in the heart of the city this loft is the place for you. Angela, the host, was amazing and got back to us immediately when we had questions. We will be ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

New York Style Loft/Condo in Oldest Historical Building In Downtown Salem Oregon
The Heart of living Downtown!  City Center Salem in a lovely historical building

The Heart of living Downtown! City Center Salem in a lovely historical building

Salem OR
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Capitol City Theater ...
10/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"Very Spacious! Like new! So many good restaurants so we didn’t even cook. Every room was Well stocked with extras which is quite unusual. Beds were very comfy queen size with quality linens. Black out shades. Good water pressure. Unfortunately there is a bench right below the bedroom window and right ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

The Heart of living Downtown! City Center Salem in a lovely historical building
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

2.5 out of 5
3125 Ryan Drive SE Salem OR
The price is £113 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£113
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay. Wonderful staff. Comfortable beds. Family friendly."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
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Where to stay in Central Area

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

Southeast Salem

If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Honeywood Winery and Wunderland are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Northgate

While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Salem Armory Auditorium.

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.

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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