The Independence

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre

Photo gallery for The Independence

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AU$658
includes taxes & fees
13 June - 14 June

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Independence

At The Independence, you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Western Oregon University and 11.7 km (7.3 mi) from Eola Hills Wine Cellars. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .Territory serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and Hot tub as well as access to free bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Independence hotel include Left Coast Cellars and Salem Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Western Oregon University - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Eola Hills Wine Cellars - 12 min drive - 13.7 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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chase Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rookies Sports Pub & Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fro-Zone Yogurt Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Independence

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre
The Independence offers its guests Access to hot tub, a fitness centre, 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • 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 hairdryers.

This Independence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

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

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 and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 all 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Independence?

The Independence offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Independence?

As of 12 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Independence on 13 June 2025 start from AU$657.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Independence?

Yep, The Independence has a free self car park.

What makes The Independence a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and romance packages, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Independence.

Does The Independence serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Independence?

No, The Independence does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Independence?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Independence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Independence?

Dogs are welcome at The Independence, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Independence Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 642 out of 792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 792 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything from check in to check out went great. I liked the restaurant and activities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

louette

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

Clean!!

I loved the location and the cleanliness of this hotel. I would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremiah

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were great and comfortable. The rooms were clean, staff was friendly. The only thing i would change in the room is the seating. The chairs in our room didnt seem sturdy at all. We just sat on the beds. Everything else was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

Really nice stay.

Outstanding hotel. Clean with fantastic staff. Room was comfortable and quiet. Overall a really nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is by far the most amazing place to stay .i wish i could live ther
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed twice while visiting my son at WOU. Great place. Love the location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamie

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

Disappointed

The hotel is beautiful and clean. We choose hotels with free breakfast when we have the kids with us and they advertise that it ends at 10am. Well... It was 920am when we went to breakfast and they had already cleared all the hot food. I asked the front desk lady and she went back and grabbed eggs and bacon. This was nothing compared to what they had the day before. They had already cleared the burritos and potatoes. This was very disappointing and bad customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

Great location but staff was lacking this trip

Nice hotel and in a great area. Just felt this visit was a bit downhill from what we’ve experienced before. Booked the hot tub, showed up and they had given the key to someone else who said they had booked it. Staff obviously did not check the reservation book then asked the party in there to leave and they wouldn’t. Staff never took accountability for the mistake. Poorly handled. Next morning showed up for breakfast and the only thing there was fruit and muffins. Eggs were gone, no potatoes, one piece of bacon, and two pieces of bread. Only decaf coffee. And it was still about an hour and fifteen minutes before breakfast was over. Other showed and we all waited for over 10-15 minutes for them to bring out enough eggs for 2 people same with bacon. Another guest asked the front if that was all they were bring and her response was “I don’t know” overall staff did not impress this trip. It’s a big weekend with sports and parents weekend…should have probably had your a team working. Friday nights staff was great….Saturday and Sunday was lacking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was perfect! Definitely will stay again when we are in the area. Beautiful hotel! Will highly recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan, Salem

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, enjoyed the private hot tub and breakfast. Close enough to walk to the cute downtown area. Nice path along the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

georgene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, very nice, comfortble, with friendly and helpful staff. There are excellent restaurants within walking distance,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel, is clean, rooms are clean, spacious with comfortable decor, the staff are friendly and accommodating. Amenities include a fitness center, hot tub that must be reserved, there’s also a restaurant with view of the Willamette river. I truly appreciate the convenience of the property having guest laundry that, which is a nice privilege. I hope it continues, however, some guests abuse the situation, by not “at the very least” removing the dryer filter lint, even better completely cleaning the lint filter and removing any leftover debris in the dryer drum. Another issue is the guests overfilling washers/dryers.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our favorite place to stay to visit family!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room Downgrade

Hotel is clean and nice. However, we booked a king room with a river view and were not given that (see photos) or told. After we got to the room and realized, we asked and they told us all the king rooms were booked, offering no solution.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Very nice decor. Good location. Nice rooms. Great Hot Tub. The room I had was good, but for not having hardly any occupants they gave me a room with a view of the backside of downtown businesses… vs. any view of the river. Oh well I wasn’t interested in the view this time. But the restaurant “Territory” is what needs most attention. First to their menu. What they had was good… if you like chicken and pasta and hamburgers. NO fish dishes. I have eaten there in past years and was quite impressed with the selections. What they have now isn’t going to compete much with the restaurants within walking distance. The second thing was the free breakfast. Pretty blah… and par… not very hot. Motel 6 level I’d say. The OJ seemed a little watered. So would I stay again… yes… but unless the menu changes I’d expand into the town for meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025