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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 | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Queen Deluxe | Living area | 40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV, fireplace
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Queen Deluxe | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Deluxe

Highlights

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

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King Deluxe | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Deluxe

Highlights

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

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

George Washington King Deluxe

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

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

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Lark Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Lark Suite

Highlights

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

  • ‪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

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
  • Concierge services, a water dispenser, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
  • 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

Languages

English

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 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?

Situated in the historical district, 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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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

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

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

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building and lovely details. Love the breakfast and cookies available. Super convenient to central shopping area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place! We’d stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose r

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. My stay was very quiet which I love. The breakfast was yummy.
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

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

Celise

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

Sabrina

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is so close to everything. We loved the antique building and our room was lovely. The fresh baked goods (scones and frittata for breakfast, with warm chocolate chip cookies upon arrival) were terrific! We thoroughly enjoyed our one night getaway!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best snacks and treats!!! Clean, charming and spacious room convenient to all restaurants and shops. Come for the witches and stay for the treats!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

Sarah

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

Samantha

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

Patricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing 18th century house, very cozzy and warm! We loved it. And the locarion couldnt be better!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Elizabeth

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

Dany

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

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

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Alana

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

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic rooms and awesome staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherra

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

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024