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The Merchant

3.0 star property
3-star Georgian hotel near Salem Witch Museum

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lobby sitting area
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Lobby lounge
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
148 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970
  • Peabody Essex Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Witch House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Salem Witch Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Deluxe | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Deluxe

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Deluxe | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Deluxe

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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George Washington King Deluxe | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

George Washington King Deluxe

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lark Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Lark Suite

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Salem

In entertainment district.Steps from the hotel, you'll find Salem Museum and Witch History Museum. Peabody Essex Museum and Witch Dungeon Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Peabody Essex Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Witch House - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Salem Witch Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Salem Common - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Beverly Station - 4 min drive
  • Salem Station - 7 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Essex's N.Y. Pizza & Deli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪A & J King Artisan Bakers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪East Regiment Beer Company - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Merchant

3-star Georgian hotel near Salem Witch Museum
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at The Merchant. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Salem hotel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1789
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Merchant offers 11 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes and hair dryers. This Salem hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 10 per night)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to contact this property by text message 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10.00 per night (499 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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
Tax ID - C0013862060
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The tax ID number is C0013862060. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Merchant Hotel Salem
Merchant Salem
The Merchant Hotel
The Merchant Salem
The Merchant Hotel Salem

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Merchant to the airport?

The Merchant is 6.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Merchant?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Merchant on May 12, 2025 start from $271.0, excluding 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.

Does The Merchant have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Merchant.

How close is The Merchant to the beach?

This hotel is 8.3 mi (27-min drive) from Revere Beach and 1.5 mi (7-min drive) from Glendale Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Merchant offer free breakfast?

The Merchant offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Merchant?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Merchant?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Merchant?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does The Merchant have a pool?

The Merchant does not have a pool.

Does The Merchant have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Merchant to downtown Salem?

The Merchant is 0.1 mi away from Salem.

The Merchant Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 332 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 332 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 332 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 332 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 332 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place! Very clean, quiet, great location. Walking distance to everything. It was awesome staying in a historical building. We didn’t know that on one of our tours, our exact room was apart of the tour! It was awesome. We will defiantly come back, and bring our friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherra

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

Highly recommend!

Cozy, quiet and welcoming in the heart of Salem. Loved the fireplace. The staff was super helpful and accommodating…especially in alerting me to items I’d left behind. The snack bar and fresh baked breakfast treats were a wonderful touch. Will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Motomi

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

10/10 Excellent

Todd, Windham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a treat to stay in the comfort of an historic building where old traditions meet a more modern flare. Especially, to stay in the same room as President Washington slept in. Close to all restaurants and shops. Excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

10/10 Excellent

Celise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with great staff. Everyone was kind and we felt very safe staying there. Such a comfy, cozy historic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Nice Stay in Salem

Nicely updated older home in a convenient location for visiting Salem on foot (we were just going to Salem Hospital for a 7 a.m. appointment, and it was four minutes away). The facilities were very clean, the bed comfortable, the bathroom refurb gets "two thumbs up" (especially the thermostatic floor heaters and no-slip shower floor), there were nice breakfast items (although not ready until a bit after 9 a.m., so we grabbed a couple of cold items from the fridge before 7 and came back to pick up the fresh items...there was also an assortment of complimentary snacks), there was a large plate of fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies in the kitchenette area when we arrived, and two complimentary bottles of water were provided in the room. Only two parking spaces behind the building ($25/night), but others are available nearby ($10/night). Staff regularly communicated by text, so all went smoothly. Not much counter space in our bathroom, but we worked it out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place to stay in Salem. Central to everything and walking distance to absolutely all major attractions. Staff is warm and hospitable. We love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in Salem ! Very cute and unique facility !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most unique and amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

We had a fantastic stay! An exquisitely decorated property, with such thoughtful amenities. Absolutely wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful 240 yers old hotel with lots of history!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and amenities are wonderful. The room is extremely clean and quiet. Hotel is in the heart of shopping and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mistine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay!!!! Everything is right there and it is absolutely adorable! Snacks and drinks available for your stay and great help with parking on property or off property. Great AC which is my top priority👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great stay at the Merchant. The girl at check in was very friendly and helpful. She also made some banging freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. Our room was room 7 on the third floor. The room was very spacious, the bed was comfortable and clean. The room could have used some more decorations but that’s not the end of the world. The bathroom was ok; the water splashed out underneath the glass which was not ideal. The water pressure was a little low. The bathroom had essentially no counter space, had to resort to using the toilet seat as a countertop. The morning breakfast options were ok, maybe more variety or changes of options would’ve been nice. The location cannot be beat, super convenient. Also fun that almost every ghost tour comes by, but sadly my husband and I did not have any paranormal experiences here during our stay. All in all, would recommend and would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the Main Street in an incredibly well kept historical building.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little hotel!! We fell in love and the staff was very welcoming and friendly!! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great time, truly a unique building and area, and the staff at the merchant did fantastic with their service, thank you Deedee!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024