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The Merchant

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel in Salem with free breakfast

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Interior detail
The Merchant, in Salem's entertainment district, is perfect for exploring. Guests enjoy a to-go breakfast before heading out or relax by the fireplace or terrace. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and staff offer local insights that turn a good trip into a great one.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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King Deluxe | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

King Deluxe

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Deluxe | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Queen Deluxe

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Lark Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Lark Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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George Washington King Deluxe | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

George Washington King Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Deluxe | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Queen Deluxe

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
148 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970

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

  • ‪Gulu-Gulu Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rockafellas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A & J King Artisan Bakers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Merchant

Hotel near Salem Witch Museum
You can look forward to free to-go breakfast, a terrace, and a fireplace in the lobby at The Merchant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a water dispenser, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1789
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with digital channels

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 within 24 hours before arrival 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

Pets not 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

  • 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)

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Is The Merchant pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Merchant?

Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

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 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Merchant?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Merchant located?

Located in Downtown Salem, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Salem Museum and Salem Witch Museum. Witch History Museum and Peabody Essex Museum are also within 5 minutes. Salem Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Merchant Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 371 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property and hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

NANCY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved The Merchant!! Lovely hotel, excellent staff (esp. Kaylee!!-Thank you for making our stay so great!). It was walking distance to the tours, shopping, and restaurants! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic hotel had a modern interior that did not disappoint. The fireplace in our room kept us cozy at night. Daily breakfast and sweet treats and warm cider in the afternoon were wonderful. The staff used texts to communicate with us to ensure we had everything we needed. As soon as you step out of the Merchants front door you are footsteps from restaurants, shops and local attractions. 10/10 recommend. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always the perfect location with amazing staff and comfortable spacious rooms. Love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at The Merchant was great. The room was spacious and comfortable, and the location was excellent. We were a quick walk away from all of the spots in Salem we hoped to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Inn in the heart of downtown Salem - walkable to great restaurants, shops, the Peabody Essex museum and the waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Amazing experience!

Am amazing hotel and I cannot stress enough how close it is to everything. You absolutely must stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, convenient location, very nice staff, I will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying in a lovely and historical hotel. The furnishings were tasteful, the self-serve food items were high quality and generous, the linens luxurious and the location perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a very central location! great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious comfortable bed and a great walk-in shower with a good draw and no smelling soap and shampoo.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderfully beautiful old hotel that felt brand new in the rooms. completely recommend this place and will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super tasteful, nicely decorated, comfortable. Hit the sweet spot, imo, between a b and b and a hotel. Not as old lady dingy as the former, and not as anonymous and cookie cutter as the latter. Text communication was prompt, courteous and not too much. Great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seyed

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

A real gem in Salem MA.

A real gem near Marbelhead. Everything about this hotel was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful accommodations in historic building. Excellent service. Tasty snacks available all day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

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

10/10 Excellent

Mistine

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

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor of this house is beautiful! Love the history, charm, and location. Look forward to coming back— room was comfortable, stylish, and relaxing!!! Loved it!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toshia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique experience, friendly staff, cozy fireplace, very clean rooms, perfect spot to walk into town, great grab and goes. Top it off daily fresh scones. 10 out 10, will book again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I initially picked this property solely based on it being centrally located. When we arrived I was blown away with how wonderful both the staff and the property are and only wish our stay could have been longer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aurelie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our best accommodation on our road trip and we do missed this place. This place is a mix between a Hotel and a bed and Breakfast (Without the host leaving there). We just felt right at home. The location is perfect to do do everything on foot. The parking (Extra Charge) was right behind the hotel. Communication was excellent. Kitchen very well equipped for Hot drinks, +++ Free Nespresso machine, Free snacks, amazing hot cookies served at 4pm. The living room is a lovely place to hang out (Amazing when you are jet lagged and you don't want to wake up the whole room at 5 am) The room was big enough for the 4 of us (2 adults and 2 kids). Just loved the place and would love to come back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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