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Our top choices for Central Area hotels

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1. The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem
3.5 star property
Central Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful property and excellent staff"
United States
F.
The price is AED 621
AED 701 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Grand Hotel - Salem
A modern hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and a large TV.

2. Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
3.5 star property
Central Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (552 reviews)
"Delicious Restaurant! Great Room with Microwave & Fridge!"
United States
Grace
The price is AED 379
AED 427 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
A modern outdoor seating area with wooden benches and a pergola with string lights.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem

Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem
3.0 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
"Clean room awesome staff very friendly."
United States
Francisco
The price is AED 389
AED 437 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem
A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, a wooden wall with leaf decorations, a large chandelier, and a staircase with patterned carpet.

4. Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Charles
The price is AED 372
AED 420 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
A modern hotel building with a sign reading 'Everhome Suites.' It features a stone facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

5. Everhome Suites Salem

Everhome Suites Salem
2.5 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.2 km from Central Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Nice hotel, Very clean and spacious!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AED 470
AED 529 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Everhome Suites Salem
A modern hotel with a prominent neon sign, a covered entrance, and a flagpole.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR

Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR
2.5 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.7 km from Central Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were terrific, helpful and friendly. The rooms were great and the beds comfortable. The breakfast was delicious! Our stay was 3 days. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Keith
The price is AED 373
AED 420 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR
A modern lobby with a seating area, a refreshment bar, and a large poster of a cityscape.

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
3.0 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,073 reviews)
"Room was clean, breakfast was great!"
United States
Tyler
The price is AED 372
AED 418 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
A wooden interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a brick wall.

8. Comfort Suites Salem

Comfort Suites Salem
2.5 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,338 reviews)
"Great place, have stayed 2 years in a row for an event in Keizer."
United States
Teri
The price is AED 390
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Suites Salem
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a chair.

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
2.0 star property
Southeast Salem, 2.3 km from Central Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice restaurant, very lovely grounds. Good location"
United States
Susan
The price is AED 275
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon
4.0 star property
North East Salem, 3.5 km from Central Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was convenient to get to and there were stores and restaurants close by."
United States
Melissa
The price is AED 385
AED 435 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

11. Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

Holiday Inn Salem by IHG
3.0 star property
North Lancaster, 3.4 km from Central Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The waitresses in the restaurant were so nice."
United States
Sherry
The price is AED 349
AED 393 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Salem by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a parking lot, and landscaped areas.

12. Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel

Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Central Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Amanda
The price is AED 434
AED 466 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Premier Keizer/Salem Hotel
A breakfast counter with a sign that reads "GOOD MORNING" and a display case with pastries.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salem North - Keizer by IHG
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Central Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (990 reviews)
"Love staying here. Everything is so close by and the staff is amazing!"
United States
Laura
The price is AED 437
AED 470 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salem North - Keizer by IHG
A backyard with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, and a grill.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Salem

Residence Inn by Marriott Salem
3.0 star property
Southeast Salem, 3.9 km from Central Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (409 reviews)
"I did not like the fact that you had to pay for parking and there was no surveillance."
United States
John
The price is AED 492
AED 553 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott Salem
A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Hotel Salem."

15. The Hotel Salem

The Hotel Salem
3.0 star property
Morningside, 5.4 km from Central Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,357 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and the breakfast was excellent!"
United States
Darryl P
The price is AED 432
AED 488 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Hotel Salem
A Days Inn lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
2.5 star property
North East Salem, 3.8 km from Central Area
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was comfortable and we got what we paid for. A place to lay our heads for the night. I appreciate the good coffee and the granola bar to start my day. Staff was friendly and helpful"
United States
Kathy
The price is AED 261
AED 293 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
A large, two-story building with a stone facade and a sign that reads "Cheesehead Inn."

17. Oregon Garden Resort

Oregon Garden Resort
3.0 star property
19.9 km from Central Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,094 reviews)
"Beautiful property, good amenities, bar was fun place to relax."
United States
Brian
The price is AED 360
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Oregon Garden Resort
A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, toaster, and various food containers.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast

Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast
2.5 star property
North Lancaster, 3.5 km from Central Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (996 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel. Great location! Close to food, gas, highway, good coffee down the street. The hotel had descent breakfast."
United States
Blanca
The price is AED 300
AED 339 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Salem Northeast
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

19. Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center

Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center
2.0 star property
Northgate, 3.7 km from Central Area
7.2 out of 10, Good, (998 reviews)
"Good place to stay, but the walls were very thin to the parking lot."
United States
Scott
The price is AED 272
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center
A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

20. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Central Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"The breakfast was great (waffles, biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage patties, yogurt bar, oatmeal bar)and room was immaculate. Definitely would stay again."
United States
Steven
The price is AED 492
AED 529 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Salem North
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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 A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village, 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.

A gazebo with a red roof and white columns surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

South Central

Just south of downtown Salem, discover Bush's Pasture Park, Asahel Bush House and Museum, and Deepwood Estate, all nestled within the Gaiety Hill-Bush's Pasture Park Historic District. Enjoy a mix of history and green spaces!

A red brick building with a sign that reads "The Ivanhoe Apartments Office."
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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.

Top Central Area Hotel Reviews

Oregon Garden Resort

Oregon Garden Resort

10/10 Excellent
"I do know why it is listed as 3 star hotel,for me it was 5.nice area, very nice and helpfull staff"
shuki 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Oregon Garden Resort

Frequently asked questions

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 26 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 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.