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Holiday Hidden Lakes

400 Madrona Ave SE

4(83 ratings)· Salem average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Grounds feature
10-acre lake with a walking path around it
Transportation
Private bus for outings and medical appointments
Guest lodging
Guest apartments available for visiting family members
Housing options
Cottages and outside units in addition to main building

What Families Think

Reviews of Holiday Hidden Lakes are sharply split: many families and residents rave about the scenic 10-acre lake, friendly staff, and strong sense of community, while a vocal group of reviewers describe declining food quality, steep annual rent increases, and inconsistent housekeeping. Long-term residents and family members often describe deep attachment to the community and staff, but several recent reviews point to service and management issues that have frustrated residents on fixed incomes.

The Good

  • Beautiful 10-acre lake with a safe walking path
  • Staff described as warm, attentive, and family-like
  • Regular activities, outings, and live entertainment
  • Weekly housekeeping and linen service included
  • Guest apartments available for visiting family
  • Covered parking and cottage/outside unit options

The Bad

  • Multiple reviewers report steep annual rent increases (around 10%)
  • Several complaints about declining food quality since the pandemic
  • One report of housekeeping being skipped for weeks at a time
  • Reviewers note high staff turnover, possibly tied to low pay
  • One serious report of doors left unlocked overnight, raising safety concerns

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Holiday Hidden Lakes is a senior living community in Salem, Oregon offering Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 83 reviews.

About Holiday Hidden Lakes

Holiday Hidden Lakes is an independent living community in Salem, Oregon, with a 3.9-star rating across 74 reviews. The community sits on 10 acres with a scenic pond and walking paths, and offers amenities including weekly housekeeping, free internet and cable, dining with multiple meal options, activities, and transportation services.

Most families highlight the warm, helpful staff and the welcoming atmosphere, one resident wrote that the community "feels more like a home." Residents consistently praise the activities and local bus outings, the beautiful grounds and walkways around the lake, the variety of food options, and the supportive community environment. Multiple families noted that their loved ones thrived during years at Hidden Lakes and felt genuinely cared for by the team.

A smaller group of recent reviews raised concerns about maintenance, housekeeping standards, and operational changes (including menu formatting). These accounts suggest inconsistency, though they are outweighed numerically by longer-term positive experiences. Families considering the community should factor in both the strong track record of resident satisfaction and the recent mixed feedback about day-to-day operations.

Types of Care at Holiday Hidden Lakes

Independent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Holiday Hidden Lakes

4overall · 83 ratings combined

4★ on Google (83)

David Christian

Aug 2026

via Google

I love it here. It is likely the most beautiful retirement community in the State if not the whole NW. The Staff is great and rates are quite reasonable. We definitely found the right place for us!

Mary K. Martin

Aug 2026

via Google

My husband and Irecently moved to the Holiday Hidden Lakes and we are beyond pleased. Such a vibrant, welcoming community! From the delicious dining options to the gorgeous, lush outdoor spaces around the lake, everything is well taken care of. But the real heartbeat of this place is the staff. they are beyond caring and always go the extra mile. With so many diverse activities offered, there’s never a dull moment. Truly a top-tier place!

Amy Williams

Aug 2026

via Google

I have been living at Hidden Lakes for four month's and I really like it here. I feel very safe here. Lots of places to walk and the lake here is absolutely beautiful. I love not having to cook for myself anymore. We are served three meals a day with four different options at lunch and dinner. People and staff are very friendly and welcomed me with opened arms when I moved here. It is a very nice place and I hope to be here for a very long time.

Darlene Meier

Aug 2026

via Google

We are just completing our two years at Hidden Lakes with a positive staff great friends and a safe walk around the lake. It has been a positive experience and happy to be here. Bill and Darlene Meier

Florence Glatt

Jul 2026

via Google

We have lived at Holiday Hidden Lakes by Atria for almost a year now, and couldn’t be happier. Our home home in a community nearby sold very quickly, and we did not know where we were going to move, but we luckily happened upon this Independent Living Community with wonderful people, good food and beautiful atmosphere and grounds. The meals provide a main selection, plus three other options to accommodate almost everyone’s preferences. There are many activities for socialization and enrichment, as well as frequent live entertainment performances. Monthly meetings allow residents to express opinions regarding activities, entertainment and meals. We are extremely pleased we live here, and do not want to go anywhere else.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Holiday Hidden Lakes offer?

Holiday Hidden Lakes offers Independent Living.

Where is Holiday Hidden Lakes located?

Holiday Hidden Lakes is located at 400 Madrona Ave SE in Salem, Oregon.

What do families say about Holiday Hidden Lakes?

Reviews of Holiday Hidden Lakes are sharply split: many families and residents rave about the scenic 10-acre lake, friendly staff, and strong sense of community, while a vocal group of reviewers describe declining food quality, steep annual rent increases, and inconsistent housekeeping. Long-term residents and family members often describe deep attachment to the community and staff, but several recent reviews point to service and management issues that have frustrated residents on fixed incomes.

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