Central Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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Activities


Our pick of the best Central Area Hotel Deals

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 NZ$323 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$323
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"For the cost it’s not an ideal stay. The location is pretty perfectly located within the city, the overall quality of room is poor."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

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 NZ$263 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$263
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.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"This was a cute little 2-bedroom. Very clean. Beds were comfortable. Communication with host was amazing. Loved listening to the creek right outside. It does have it little quirks, the stair case is very creeky, but it gives it character. It was close to the car show that we were attending, close ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

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 June 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 July 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 NZ$251 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$251
23 Aug - 24 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 ...
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on 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 L. B. Day Amphitheater and Oregon State Fair Skychairs.

Northeast Neighbors

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

North East Salem

When in North East Salem, you can plan a visit to AMF Firebird Lanes and Oregon State Fair Skychairs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.



Central Area Travel Guide

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