Salem, OR

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Oregon State Capitol showing street scenes
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Where to stay in Salem

Salem featuring a garden

Central Area

If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

Central Area
Creepy, "Silent Hill" type factory town in center Oregon. Or maybe I just play too many video games.

Southeast Salem

4/5(157 area reviews)

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

Southeast Salem
Great place to get your pork belly and truffle shoestring fries with blue cheese fix! #foodie

West Salem

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Carousel and Union Street Railroad Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Salem
Salem Fairgrounds on a non-fair day

Northgate

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

Northgate
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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.

North East Salem
Random old house that looked like it had history and was very classic

Northeast Neighbors

4/5(9 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Neighbors
The Hotel Salem

The Hotel Salem

3 out of 5
4370 Commercial St Se, Salem, OR
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 July 2025

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The Hotel Salem
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

2.5 out of 5
1600 Motor Ct Ne, Salem, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 334 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
SAR 334
SAR 376 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,016 reviews)
"Arrived late and left early. Overall nice place, I will plan a stay there again."

Reviewed on 15 July 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

2.5 out of 5
3125 Ryan Drive SE, Salem, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 574 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
SAR 574
SAR 649 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Misty was awesome at check in. Vouchers for breakfast at nearby restaurant"

Reviewed on 14 July 2025

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
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Spacious Mid Century 5-bedroom house in S Salem with AC, WiFi, Pool, Bar Area

Spacious Mid Century 5-bedroom house in S Salem with AC, WiFi, Pool, Bar Area

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Stay at this vacation home in Salem. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Cottonwood Lakes Golf Course and Minto-Brown ...
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"This property is awesome and very unique. From the large indoor pool with diving board, to the old time cassette player, to the beautiful views. Our group of 12 people slept very comfortably (almost every bedroom has its own bathroom) and had a lot of fun. Only negative is that the electrical system ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2025

Spacious Mid Century 5-bedroom house in S Salem with AC, WiFi, Pool, Bar Area
Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown

Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown

Salem
Stay at this vacation home in Salem. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Willamette Heritage Center and Saturday Market are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Excellent place to stay.
"Took a coastal road trip with my sister. We hit all the good hikes! Booked this place as a central place to stay and loved it! We needed to come in a day early and she was very quick to respond to our request and accommodate. The only thing that threw off the trip was the road construction in front ..."

Reviewed on 3 July 2025

Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
Willamette Valley Wine Country- 50+ Wineries. Safe 5 min from downtown Salem.

Willamette Valley Wine Country- 50+ Wineries. Safe 5 min from downtown Salem.

Salem
Stay at this vacation home in Salem. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Minto-Brown Island Park and Salem Riverfront ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Nice place great hosts
"The property is great as well as the hosts. There is still an ongoing issue with VRBO (customer service is out of country) but this is not the fault of the owners. This why the rating is low in the check in process. Luckily the property is also listing on the competition and we would book that way ..."

Reviewed on 2 December 2023

Willamette Valley Wine Country- 50+ Wineries. Safe 5 min from downtown Salem.
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Popular places to visit

Willamette Valley Vineyards

Willamette Valley Vineyards

4.5/5(103 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Willamette Valley Vineyards during your travels to Turner. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Willamette Valley Vineyards
The arch of the beautiful stage.

Elsinore Theater

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Elsinore Theater, a storied theater in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Elsinore Theater
Oregon State Capitol which includes outdoor art

Oregon State Capitol

4.5/5(121 reviews)

After visiting Oregon State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Oregon State Capitol

Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion

4/5(69 reviews)

Catch an event at Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion during your trip to Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion

Willamette University

4/5(76 reviews)

Explore the campus of Willamette University, during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.

Willamette University

Salem Riverfront Park

4.5/5(81 reviews)

After visiting Salem Riverfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Salem Riverfront Park

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