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Hawthorne Hotel

3.5 star property
Historic hotel with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Ballroom
Lobby sitting area
Meeting facility
The Hawthorne Hotel provides a historic base near Salem Witch Museum and the Witch Trials Memorial. Guests can enjoy meals at either of the two on-site restaurants or browse the library collection. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the quality dining and attentive staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cabot)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Derby)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Derby)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cleveland)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bertram) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bertram)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Salem, Hawthorne Hotel is in the city center and by the ocean. Salem Witch Trials Memorial and Salem Maritime National Historic Site are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Salem Common and Winter Island Maritime Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Salem Willows Park. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA, 01970

What's nearby

  • Salem Witch Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Salem Common - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Peabody Essex Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Witch House - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Beverly Montserrat Station - 6 min drive
  • Salem Station - 9 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cinema Salem - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Notch Brewery & Tap Room - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Essex N.Y. Deli & Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Olde Main Street Pub - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hawthorne Hotel

Historic hotel near Salem Common
Located close to Salem Witch Museum and Salem Witch Trials Memorial, Hawthorne Hotel provides a library, a bar, and a business center. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and American cuisine. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • A computer station, a banquet hall, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, convenient parking, and helpful staff
Room features
All 93 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12.50 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Nathaniel's
  • The Tavern

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1925
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.94 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.63 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12.50 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.63 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.94 per night

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
Tax ID - C0013432580
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hawthorne Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hawthorne Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hawthorne Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hawthorne Hotel?

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

Where is Hawthorne Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Salem, this historic hotel is steps from Salem Common and Salem Witch Museum. Peabody Essex Museum and Salem Witch Trials Memorial are also within 5 minutes. Salem Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Hawthorne Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1123 out of 1449 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1449 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1449 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1449 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1449 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kindra

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

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Loved this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in an excellent location. Convenient for Salem visitors.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel, clean, well kept rooms. Within walking distance to many Salem sights. We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, walkable from all the attractions and very clean and great food and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay, close to shops and attractions. Great dining options at hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything..onsite parking..charming hotel..highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and historical Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay and I loved it will def be returning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, location close to shopping and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel not only has great history but has a great facility and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, very clean, family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As always, it's one of the best hotels to stay in. We got there early and our room was available. Awesome service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and walkable to all sites. Breakfast was fabulous in dining room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic buliding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible, easy to walk around, absolutely delicious restaurants inside the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel located within walking distance of good shopping, restaurants and historical sites
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always love coming here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property it was in a great location and close to all of the best shops easy to find and supper close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frida Nohemi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very centric to everything! Food at the tavern was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great service and location.. a bit pricey for the food but otherwise accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hawthorn hotel was a good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and our room were beautiful. Fantastic place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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