Central Area, OR
Salem





Visit Central Area
Popular places to visit

Salem Riverfront Park
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.

Oregon State Capitol
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.

Willamette Valley Vineyards
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.

Bush's Pasture Park
Bush's Pasture Park is just one of the places to see in Salem, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.
Willamette University
Explore the campus of Willamette University, during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Elsinore Theater
Enjoy a performance at Elsinore Theater, a storied theater in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Central Area Hotel Deals

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Excellent hotel, great location.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

The Grand Hotel - Salem
great restaurant on site, great free breakfast setup, very friendly staff, free safe parking on site. Top notch all the way around!
Reviewed on 30 April 2026

Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
What an amazing area and home full of great bones and character. If you’re looking for a place that truly captures the essence of Oregon, this is it. A huge bonus is waking up to the sound of Mill creek right beside you—and being able to enjoy the view from the upstairs bedroom. The host was excellent ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

The Heart of living Downtown! City Center Salem in a lovely historical building
Fun to be downtown Salem. Clean, second floor unit. Lots in walking distance.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
This was our second time staying at the Oregon Garden Resort and we really enjoyed it. No complaints at all and the bonus is that you get into the garden for free now. Breakfast is pretty good and the staff are all lovely.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
Soaking tub was very nice. Bed was very comfortable but we're glad we brought our own pillows as the room's had no support as seems to be typical for hotels nowadays. Not enough light in the bedroom. Tile floor in the main room was sticky - we think it's the cleaning products because it didn’t appear ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighborhoods around Central Area

Court-Chemeketa Historic District
Court-Chemeketa Historic District might not have many top sights, but Oregon State Capitol and Willamette Heritage Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grant
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grant and surrounding area, you can visit Willamette Heritage Center and Salem Armory Auditorium.

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

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!

Highland
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland and surrounding area, you can visit Salem Armory Auditorium and L. B. Day Amphitheater.

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