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The Independence

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy American cuisine and happy hour at Territory restaurant before gathering around the firepit for s'mores under starry skies

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The Independence sits near Eola Hills Wine Cellars and offers a free breakfast buffet each morning. Guests relax by the cozy firepit, soak in the spa tub, or dine at Territory restaurant. Western Oregon University is just a short distance away for those wanting to explore.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

9.6 out of 10
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  • 1 King Bed

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

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  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Independence, The Independence is on a river. Eola Hills Wine Cellars and Left Coast Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Woodburn Premium Outlets. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Salem Convention Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Independence travel guide
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201 Osprey Lane, Independence, OR, 97351

What's nearby

  • Riverview Park in Independence, Oregon, in spring season
    Riverview City Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Independence Historic District
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Independence Public Library
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Independence City Hall
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pioneer Park
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Salem Station
    22 min drive
  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive
  • Burgerville
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    5 min drive
  • Chase Bar & Grill
    18 min walk

About this property

The Independence

Hotel near Western Oregon University
Located close to Eola Hills Wine Cellars, The Independence provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Territory, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, an electric car charging station, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 72 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Territory

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, a fire extinguisher, 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Independence pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Independence?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Independence?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Independence located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Western Oregon University and within 12 mi (20 km) of Eola Hills Wine Cellars and Salem Hospital. Left Coast Cellars and Salem Convention Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Independence Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 826 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was exceptional, front desk was friendly and prompt. Breakfast was fresh and tasty
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel with all the amenities! The room was spacious, bed was extremely comfortable and it even had a balcony with a view of the cute town! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, wonderful service, plenty of safe parking, beautiful view of the Willamette River
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast options, very friendly and helpful staff, and a very clean hotel and hotel rooms! We love to stay there when we visit our daughter at OSU!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here because the rooms are always so clean and comfortable. the breakfast could be better sometimes its just fruit and muffins.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the river. Walkable to many local shops and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and the hotel. Comfy beds
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve had a great day both times I’ve been at the independence. The beds are really comfy too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the drive over from Salem! The river views are gorgeous. Whoever did the decorating is amazing. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amenities, and property. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very comfortable bed!!Very nice hotel!!I would stay there again on my work trip.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The BEST hotel we have ever stayed at. It was so quiet, clean and had everything we needed. The food at the restaurant was delicious and convenient. The breakfast was great too! I just can’t say enough good things about this hotel. We missed it the minute we pulled out of the parking lot :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riczelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was extremely clean and staff was helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pei Sheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, and room is big.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the staff were so nice. The hotel is located it a perfect location right behind the Main Street in town and beside the river. We went for a very nice evening walk.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Clover

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was a little squeaky but otherwise everything was great! Clean, easy access to restaurants, quiet. It was a nice stay! We got a suite and the balcony was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff was helpful and friendly. Breakfast was excellent. All in all a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall my stay was ..Absolutely Marvelous.. Staff professional and very welcoming.. Room was a delight..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Once again the staff and the accommodations were amazing. We absolutely love this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff was welcoming. The views from our room was beautifiul- you can see the river and the walkway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay. Nice location, very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No pool. A clean hot tub for individual use. Hot Breakfast very good! Rooms very clean. Entire hotel smells fresh And clean. We loved the bikes and road all over town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super quiet and comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at the Independence. Upon entering the building everything seemed comfortable and cozy. They have wonderful front desk employees, eager to help with any needs. Our family came and had dinner in the restaurant and of course we hit the daily breakfast bar. It’s quiet but also feels vibrant. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay and cute area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025