Travel & Food

Hotels

The following hotels are part of the conference room block. Please use the below links and/or phone numbers to book your hotel room to ensure the lowest rate. When calling the following hotels, please reference the 2024 Case Management Conference for the special rate.

Availability information updated on 06/07/2024

Traveling to the Conference

Airport

Salem Municipal Airport (McNary Field) - SLE https://www.cityofsalem.net/community/transportation-getting-around/salem-municipal-airport

Amtrak

Amtrak offers train transportation to Salem. Please note that their drop-off and pick up location in Salem is 500 13th St SE, Salem, OR 97301, so public transit or an Uber/Lyft to Salem Convention Center may be required. More information can be found on the Amtrak website, here:https://amtrakoregon.com/schedule

Groome Transportation

Groome transportation runs shuttle vans between the Portland Airport and The Holiday Inn in Salem (a 8 minute Uber/Lyft ride to The Salem Convention Center). Their shuttles run at nine different times throughout the day. They recommend making reservations online ahead of time and will suggest a shuttle time based on your flight information. More information can be found here on their website, here: https://groometransportation.com/portland-airport/salem/?&sd_client_id=22dbd84a-9926-47f1-a9ef-6d2eb0017e28

Flixbus

Flixbus offers affordable bus transportation between Portland and Salem. One of their pick-up and drop-off locations is at the corner of Liberty and Chemeketa (a 10-minute walk to The Salem Convention Center). More information about their services can be found here: https://www.flixbus.com/bus/united-states

Greyhound

Greyhound offers bus tickets between Eugene/Portland and Salem starting at $25. Please see their website for more information: https://www.greyhound.com/bus/united-states

Getting around Salem and What to Expect

Cherriots Salem Public Transit - https://www.cherriots.org/

Bike rentals (The Bike Peddler) - https://www.bikepeddler.com/

Where to eat, What to see, Where to walk

Refreshments, nibbles, and hearty fare

Salem has no shortage of unique eats and delights for the foodie in all of us. The following list was generated with location to the conference in mind. If you are searching for good eats outside of the list below, this article by Eater has some additional suggestions.

Fork Forty Food Hall - 440 State St, Salem, OR 97301
Mon-Fri 11am-9pm
Great food hall with 6 unique different restaurants and a bar with indoor and outdoor seating.

Taproot Lounge and Cafe - 356 State St, Salem OR 97301
Mon-Fri 8am-12am
Neighbourhood, late-night eatery offering a range of American plate and cocktails.

Wild Pear - 372 State St, Salem OR 97301
Mon-Wed 10:30 - 3:30 & Thur-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm
A great lunch destination offering VIetnamese-American fusion dishes.

Nobel Wave Louisiana Kitchen - 189 Liberty St NE Suite 112, Salem OR 97301
Mon-Sun 11am-9pm
They might have Salem’s best fried chicken sandwich, also serving other Louisiana style dishes.

Ritter’s Housemade Foods - 102 Liberty St NE #100, Salem OR 97301
Mon-Sat 11am- 10pm
Locally sourced cuisine ranging from breakfast food to brick oven pizzas. THey have a great happy hour menu!

Archive Coffee and Bar - 103 Liberty St NE #120, Salem OR 97301
Mon-Sun 7am-10pm
Industrial chic cafe serving great food and specialty cocktails.

The Governor’s Cup Coffee Roasters - 471 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Mon-Sun 7am-6pm
Cozy coffee shop known for it’s house roasted coffee, bagel sandwiches and Chai latte.

Issac’s Downtown - 201 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Mon-Sun 7am-7pm
Chic coffee shop offering all day breakfast.

Venti’s Cafe + Beer Vault - 325 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Mon-Sun 11am-9pm
Great vegetarian and gluten-free options with rotating beers on tap.

Azul’s Taco House - 231 Court St NE #150, Salem OR 97301
Tue-Sat 11am-8pm
Huge variety of street taco options with a twist! Check out La Familia Cider that is connected for some locally brewed cider.

Local Walks

There are many beautiful and historic parks around The Salem Convention Center. Many of these are walking distance from the venue, perfect for a stroll on a nice day! ShineonSalem has a list of wonderful self-guided walking tours for all the locations mentioned below.

Riverfront Park

Riverfront Park is a block away from The Salem Convention Center and has 2 bridges you can walk across the Willamette River. The Gilbert House Children’s Museum is located there as well as a carousel for those who want to relive some childhood fun.

There is a choice of seven tour routes that explore people, events, and places that highlight the Black residents of Eugene. You can find information on the tours on the travel Oregon website and by downloading the Strides for Justice app. The app includes a historical synopsis of the sites and landmarks for each tour.

Bush Park

A 10 minute walk from downtown, Bush Park is home to Salem’s municipal rose garden, The Historic Bush House Museum & Conservatory and Salem Art’s Association’s Bush Barn Art Center & Annex.

Deepwood Estate and Pringle Creek

A 15 minute walk along Pringle creek will lead you to the Deepwood Estates and Gardens. The Deepwood house was built 125 years ago and plays a huge role in Salem’s history.

Salem Capital State Park

Start on the corner of Court and Cottage and walk amongst the trees, flags and different commemorative plaques. If you call ahead (503-986-1388) to make an appointment, you might also be able to schedule a tour inside the Capitol building. Not all sections of the Capital are open currently due to construction.

Fairview Wetlands

A favorite spot for birdwatchers, these wetlands feature a trail with informational signs about the wildlife that can be found in the area.

Things to Do

Salem Library
585 Liberty St. SE
Tue-Sat 10am - 5pm

Exitus Escape Rooms
440 State Street
Get a group together and challenge yourselves to a fun time solving puzzles to try to escape a challenge-filled room! Book on website.

Wreckingballers
440 State St, B100
Wed-Sun 4pm-9pm
Do you have some pent up energy or emotions that you need to release? Would you like to smash some stuff in a safe place with safety gear? Then book a time at Wreckingballers to have some chaotic, safe fun!

The Coin Jam
439 Court Street
Open daily from 2pm-12am
The best place in Salem to play some arcade games and much on some yummy food!

Oregon Axe
Open Wed - Sun 4pm-10pm
Life is short, have some fun is the motto of this business where you can grab a couple drinks and throw axes at targets. Make sure to wear closed toed shoes!

Hallie Ford Art Museum
700 State Street
Tue-Sat 12pm-5pm
This Art Museum is the only liberal arts college art museum in the Northwest. Explore one of the most significant collections of Pacific Northwest history and art.

Oregon State Hospital Museum of Mental Health
2600 Center Street
Thurs-Sat 12pm-4pm
Located in the oldest building still remaining on the State Hospital grounds, this museum tells the history and stories of people who spent time at the Oregon State Hospital.

Wineries and Breweries
Click on the links above and find a place that speaks to you!