Salem, OR

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Oregon State Capitol showing street scenes
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Where to stay in Salem

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 Southeast Salem isn't home to many top sights, Honeywood Winery and Oregon State Capitol are some notable places to visit nearby.

Southeast 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
Salem Fairgrounds on a non-fair day

Northgate

While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.

Northgate
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
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
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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
The Hotel Salem
The Hotel Salem
3 out of 5
4370 Commercial St Se, Salem, OR
The price is AED 511 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
AED 511
AED 576 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Book a stay at this 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! (1,006 reviews)
Nice but…
"Nice place to stay. Bathroom had some issues: shower valve very stiff; water stains on the ceiling; toilet was slow to flush; toilet itself should be replaced with a taller one (lots of folks, particularly older, could have great difficulty in getting up from it). This is an issue we have found in ..."

Reviewed on 22 March 2025

The Hotel Salem
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
2.5 out of 5
890 Hawthorne Avenue SE, Salem, OR
The price is AED 403 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
AED 403
AED 453 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (508 reviews)
"Great time."

Reviewed on 22 March 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
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 AED 286 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
AED 286
AED 322 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 (1,006 reviews)
"Convenient location"

Reviewed on 16 March 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
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Charming 2-bedroom cottage in the heart of Salem
Charming 2-bedroom cottage in the heart of Salem
2 out of 5
Salem
Stay at this cottage in Salem. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Willamette Heritage Center and Saturday Market are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Charming and updated
"Heather's place was great for our work trip. The house was clean and had everything we needed. As it was a vintage house, we really appreciated the updated bathroom, kitchen and fireplace. Very comfortable - especially the bed!"

Reviewed on 12 March 2025

Charming 2-bedroom cottage in the heart of Salem
Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
Salem
Stay at this vacation home in Salem. Popular attractions Willamette Heritage Center and Saturday Market are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (2 reviews)
Very easy and super nice. Felt like my own home and my family loved it
"It was fantastic, my family loved it. It was really like our own home. Pots pans and everything we could have needed. Real nice neighborhood, went for many morning walks. A great place to stay"

Reviewed on 30 September 2024

Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
Large Condo with Creekside View Minutes From Downtown!
Large Condo with Creekside View Minutes From Downtown!
Salem
Stay at this condo in Salem. Enjoy patios, Netflix, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Willamette Heritage Center and Saturday Market are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
Clean and convenient.
"Clean and convenient. Close to all downtown locations, and you get a reserved parking spot right next to the unit. A great option to a hotel room for two travelers, much more space for the same price as a two queen bed hotel room.forforsimilar price."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Large Condo with Creekside View Minutes From Downtown!
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Popular places to visit

Willamette Valley Vineyards

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.

Willamette Valley Vineyards
The arch of the beautiful stage.

Elsinore Theater

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

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
Orchard Heights Winery

Orchard Heights Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Orchard Heights Winery during your travels to Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Orchard Heights Winery
Bush House Museum showing a house and flowers

Bush House Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Bush House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Salem. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

Bush House Museum

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.

Salem Riverfront Park

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