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The Independence

3.0 star property

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Rooftop terrace
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bicycle.
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
The current price is $211
$191 nightly
$211 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3

Explore the area

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201 Osprey Lane, Independence, OR, 97351
  • Place, Independence Historic District
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Independence Public Library
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Independence City Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field)
    ‪24 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)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, a window with a view, and artwork on the wall.

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, a window with a view, and artwork on the wall.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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
  • Free WiFi

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

A balcony with a view of a lake, surrounded by trees, and featuring two chairs.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, a window with a view, and artwork on the wall.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, a window with a view, and artwork on the wall.

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

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

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

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, a window with a view, and artwork on the wall.

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
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

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

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About the neighborhood

Independence

Located in Independence, The Independence is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Western Oregon University and Eola Hills Wine Cellars. .This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Salem Hospital and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Left Coast Cellars.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Mountain Fir Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonny’s Coffee And Plants - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burgerville - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chase Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Independence

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 bathtubs or showers, 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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.
Make yourself at home in one of the 72 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a hot tub and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
At The Independence, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Territory - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

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: 4:00 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

The Independence Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 840 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1006 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Great home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Awesome location, friendly staff, great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s always a nice stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights 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

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with views of the river with a great restaurant (our dinner was excellent), and within walking distance to the cute little town of Independence. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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

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

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

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place on the river. Good breakfast, w/ lovely rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin, clean room, hot tub was extremely hot.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot on the williamette river and staffed by wonderful, thoughtful people
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miryam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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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

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing Hot Tub! Nice rooms and the view was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice 3 day stay for business
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 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

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful room, kind and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice breakfast included. Lots of free parking and very large room with partial kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall an excellent stay , was disappointed that the hot tub was closed. The hot tub was the main reason I booked that hotel , really wanted to relax in the hot tub after a day of hiking at Silver Falls .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Excellent Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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