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Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

3.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with a marina and a 24-hour front desk

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Front of property
Indoor pool
Junior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Junior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites is near the Peabody Essex Museum and Salem Witch Museum. Enjoy marina views from the terrace, relax by the firepit, or swim in the indoor pool. The hotel offers free WiFi, self-parking, concierge services, and an on-site coffee shop.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Junior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

King Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, Corner King, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premiere King Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Premiere King Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites is in a walkable area with great shopping. Salem Witch Trials Memorial and House of the Seven Gables are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Salem Common and Waikiki Beach. Salem Witch Museum and Peabody Essex Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, sailing, and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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225 Derby St, Salem, MA, 01970

What's nearby

  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Salem Witch Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Salem Common - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Peabody Essex Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Witch House - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Beverly Montserrat Station - 6 min drive
  • Salem Station - 11 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪A & J King Artisan Bakers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Olde Main Street Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Notch Brewery & Tap Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Longboards Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

Hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Salem Witch Trials Memorial
Located close to Peabody Essex Museum and Salem Witch Museum, Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites provides a marina, a terrace, and a firepit. The on-site restaurant, Mainstay Social, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms, and a TV in the lobby
  • A water dispenser, multilingual staff, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the convenient parking, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 87 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mainstay Social

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (3,800 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Marina
  • On the riverwalk
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - April 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0006992580
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Salem Waterfront Hotel
Salem Waterfront
The Salem Waterfront Hotel And Marina
Salem Waterfront & Suites
Salem Waterfront Hotel Suites
Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites Hotel
Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites Salem

Frequently asked questions

Does Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

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

Where is Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites located?

Located in the heart of Salem, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Salem Witch Trials Memorial, Salem Common, and Salem Witch Museum. Peabody Essex Museum and House of the Seven Gables are also within 10 minutes. Salem Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 700 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1012 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at this property and walking distance to almost everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful staff - everyone was very helpful and welcoming. The location was perfect and the room was so cute!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay! Beautiful property close to everything! Perfect for families! Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff were exceptionally pleasant. Person checking us in was pleasant, professional, hospitable, and knowledgeable of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredibly nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within walking distance of the main attractions in Salem! Very clean and comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! We had a wonderful stay. Everything was so clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. Excellent and skilled bartenders! And the shower had incredible water pressure! I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Close to everything Salem. Superb amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is in walking distance. The staff was amazing they were so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love being in this location. Close to everything. Outdoor area is great for relaxing. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in a good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location to visit from
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking around the area and to downtown. Good for business meetings. Quite area with many dining options within a block or so.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking around Salem, large and spacious guest room, very clean. Close to the harbor. Fun area to explore. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Miss Chris was super helpful at check in and Adam was such a gracious driver- helping to get us to dinner on time! The hotel was perfectly decorated for the season and the suite was clean and comfortable! We were able to walk everywhere and felt very safe. Each person we met was very nice and helpful!
Spooky lobby!
Easy check in with fresh water set out all day and warm cookies!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property’s decor was very modern and nautical inspired. Room was nice and comfortable. Staff very helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, gorgeous nautical theme, easy walking to everywhere. We got gift cards to their restaurant which is excellent. We ate there all three days we were there and everything was wonderful. Great cocktail menu. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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