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The Independence

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Western Oregon University

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Front of property - evening/night
Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Explore the area

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201 Osprey Lane, Independence, OR, 97351
  • Place, Western Oregon University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Salem Hospital
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Willamette Valley Vineyards
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King with Shower only)

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King with Shower only)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Willamette King Executive Suite - Riv)

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Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Willamette King Executive Suite - Riv)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Deluxe King with River view balcony -)

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Deluxe King with River view balcony -)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (ADA Deluxe King with balcony-shower o)

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (ADA Deluxe King with balcony-shower o)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (ADA Deluxe 2 Queen - Shower only)

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (ADA Deluxe 2 Queen - Shower only)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, River View (Master Suite with Riverview Balcony a)

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, River View (Master Suite with Riverview Balcony a)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Osprey Executive King Suite with Rive)

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Osprey Executive King Suite with Rive)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Osprey ADA Exec King Suite with River)

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Osprey ADA Exec King Suite with River)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View (Deluxe 2 Queen - Riverview with Showe)

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View (Deluxe 2 Queen - Riverview with Showe)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Eola-Amity King Suite Riverview wrap )

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Eola-Amity King Suite Riverview wrap )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe 2 Queen - Shower Only)

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe 2 Queen - Shower Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Park View (Van Duzer King Suite - with Parkview )

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Park View (Van Duzer King Suite - with Parkview )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe 2 Queen with Tub/Shower combo)

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe 2 Queen with Tub/Shower combo)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Corner (Corner Jr. Suite with 2 Queen Beds)

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Corner (Corner Jr. Suite with 2 Queen Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Independence

On river.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Western Oregon University and 9 miles (15 km) of Eola Hills Wine Cellars. Salem Hospital and Left Coast Cellars are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Western Oregon University - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Salem Riverfront Park - 21 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Oregon State Capitol - 21 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Salem Hospital - 22 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Willamette Valley Vineyards - 26 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Salem Station - 20 min drive
  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chase Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgerville - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Independence

3-star hotel near Western Oregon University
The Independence offers its guests a hot tub, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Independence. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Independence hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2019
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Independence offers 72 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Independence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Independence Hotel
The Independence Independence
The Independence Hotel Independence

The Independence Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 806 out of 990 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 990 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 990 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 990 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 990 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property itself is great , no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful scenery, nice staff. Will definitely come here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bong

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a newer hotel . Nice and clean . Great Location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

DJ

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the design and vibe of this hotel. The rooms are great and everything is very clean. Location along the Willamette River is awesome! The only thing keeping me from giving 5 stars overall is due to the change made to the breakfast which is included with your room. It used to be a full incredible breakfast...this stay it was next to nothing and I left hungry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, SW RANCHES

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Very friendly staff. Walkable area. Nice places close by to stroll.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Independent in Independence

Very nice hotel. Clean and quiet. Nice area to walk and see the river and park. Great breakfast. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Christophe

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional staff , good food at restaurant! Beautiful area our room had a balcony with a beautiful view of the river. Love the art and some furniture by local artists. Park right next to hotel. Walk to Main Street. I would highly recommend Independence Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful inside and with the view outside. The room was spacious and lovely. We loved the eating area for breakfast. Had an awesome rooftop bar and hot tub although we didn’t get to use it. Highly recommend this hotel. We even rechecked a bottle of wine when we checked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Talent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of 9 adults all stayed at the hotel for my grandaughter's wedding in Salem. Staff were extremely kind, helpful and friendly. The TV in our booked room didn't work, so the staff moved us to an upgraded room, king suite. We ended up having the reception at the hotel (not planned). The restaurant was fabulous for this. All our wedding activities ended up at the hotel because it was so nice. Wonderful!!! We will stay here every time we visit Salem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must STAY!!

The clerks were helpful, the food was amazing and the rooms were nice and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo, Caracas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Reception & Cleaning Crew Awesome. Great Bartender.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Luis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures promoted for the room showed the Willamette River. The room we were put in was the opposite side. That’s false advertisement. The AC in the room had to be manually changed in order for it to get colder. On a hot day, that seems a little ridiculous. Our overall stay was ok but if anyone is planning on going, make sure you ask what room you will be getting and another piece of advice, make sure you ask the staff to get your room temperature lowered before you get up there because it is locked to the general public.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and modern. Room was comfortable. Staff extremely polite and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Renton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful hotel on the river. The hotel had a bar and restaurant and there were several other dinning options in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

Loved it. And would stay again if back in the area. Free bikes to borrow and use on nearby Greenway. Room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Independence is Awesome

The Independence is an awesome hotel. The staff is extremely helpful, the rooms are modern, and the location is terrific. I'll be back...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice, Northport

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dry nice and well appointed hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio, Phoenix

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025