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 35 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 Saturday Market 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. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Central Area

Sheree

SAR 583 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

2. The Grand Hotel - Salem

Central Area

ohannes

SAR 716 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

3. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Southeast Salem, 2.3 km from Central Area

Crystal

SAR 305 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

4. Everhome Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.2 km from Central Area

SAR 503 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

5. Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

North East Salem, 3.3 km from Central Area

Sukhjit

SAR 455 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

6. Motel 6 Salem, OR

North East Salem, 3.4 km from Central Area

Uvaldo

SAR 262 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

7. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

North Lancaster, 3.4 km from Central Area

Kody

SAR 435 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

8. Holiday Lodge Salem,OR

North East Salem, 3.5 km from Central Area

Bradley

SAR 218 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

North East Salem, 3.5 km from Central Area

Jeannine

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast

North Lancaster, 3.5 km from Central Area

Jerry

SAR 346 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Michael

SAR 516 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

12. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Priyank

SAR 502 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 Sep

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area

Magdalena

SAR 585 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

14. Travelers Inn Motel

Northgate, 3.8 km from Central Area

MATTS

SAR 296 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

North East Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Angela

SAR 329 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

16. Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center

Northgate, 3.7 km from Central Area

Daniel

SAR 374 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

Tyler

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.9 km from Central Area

Linda

SAR 625 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR

Northgate, 4.9 km from Central Area

Anderson

SAR 296 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sep

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

20. Comfort Suites Salem

Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area

daniel

SAR 452 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

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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 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 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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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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Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Salem

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great place to stay. Our room was very large and had a refrigerator and microwave and sofa. The staff was very friendly, they had coffee, water and cookies available and the included breakfast was good with lots of choices. We would stay again."

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

10/10 Excellent

"This apartment is so cute and comfortable and located in historic downtown Salem. We had the best time exploring nearby shops and coffeehouses and walking to attractions like Riverfront Park and the state capitol building. The apartment had wonderful touches like Beekman 1802 toiletries and luxurious bed linens. We slept great! Host was very kind and responsive when we reached out with a question. Highly recommend!"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

8/10 Good

"My room was really clean and the cleaning staff I interacted with were always really friendly and helpful. Room a little on the small side, but but not terrible. Breakfast was ok... not terrible but not great. Parking was pretty limited in the evenings. Front desk staff were there.... just not friendly or very helpful past check in. Probably won't be my go to option in Salem but wouldn't be a terrible option if there was nothing else."

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Our top choices for Central Area hotels

1. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

2. The Grand Hotel - Salem

3. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

4. Everhome Suites Salem

5. Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

6. Motel 6 Salem, OR

7. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

8. Holiday Lodge Salem,OR

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

12. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

14. Travelers Inn Motel

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

16. Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

19. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR

20. Comfort Suites Salem

Where to stay in Central Area

Southeast Salem

West Salem

Northgate

North East Salem

Northeast Neighbors

Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Salem

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