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The Merchant

Property class: 3
3-star Georgian hotel near Salem Witch Museum

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A brick building with a central entrance, a brick pathway leading to the entrance, and a lawn with scattered leaves.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, blue and white patterned chairs, a round coffee table, and a large window.
A bar area with blue walls, clear plastic chairs, and various bottles and jars on shelves.
A patio with wooden furniture, a bottle of wine, and a vase with flowers.
A cozy seating area with a window, a small table with books, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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148 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970
  • Place, Peabody Essex Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Salem Witch Trials Memorial
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Salem Witch Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Deluxe

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a dresser, green curtains, and a mirror on the wall.

King Deluxe

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

Queen Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a fireplace, a large bed with green pillows, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a dresser, a small table with a plant, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

Lark Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a star-patterned ceiling.

George Washington King Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a window with curtains, and a teal armchair.

Queen Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Salem

Downtown Salem stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Salem hotel, you'll find Salem Common and Salem Witch Museum. Salem Museum and Koto are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Salem Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Peabody Essex Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Witch House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Salem Witch Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Beverly Montserrat Station - 6 min drive
  • Salem Station - 8 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gulu-Gulu Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rockafellas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cinema Salem - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬1 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 air-conditioned 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.

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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 self 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
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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 - C0013862060
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 credit 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 name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. The tax ID number is C0013862060. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. 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

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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 8.4 mi (22-min drive) away from the Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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 8.4 mi (25-min drive) from Revere Beach and 2 mi (10-min drive) from Waikiki 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, but Encore Boston Harbor (22-min drive) is nearby.

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

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 460 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 460 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 460 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 460 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 460 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel and excellent scones!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place and so peaceful and private,I recommend 100 percent 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and hotel. Would highly recommend and would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful hotel, amazing staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Merchant was pure joy! Gorgeous hotel, wonderful staff, and amazingly well-appointed rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect property and GREAT location. Walking distance to dining and Salem sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Merchant is a fantastic location to stay when visiting Salem. It is in close proximity to popular sites, shopping, and restaurants. Our room was spacious and well appointed. The staff was very helpful with their suggestions as well as contacting us about an item we left behind. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel and staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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breakfast & snacks were great. location was the best!! Nice hotel & rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Warm chocolate chip cookies waiting upon arrival. The room was spectacular. Mattress was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was elegant and well appointed. The staff couldn’t have been more welcoming and accommodating. Will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful historic property with the best location in Sslem. Immaculate and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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really nice look, it's one of the most beautiful hotels I've been booked
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and super helpful front desk team! Great communication leading up to the stay, and friendly welcome. Pantry well stocked (fresh cookies!), and comfortable lounge area. Perfect location for museum, restaurants, shops, and sights. Room was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel. A lot of history. Part of the Salem Night Witch Tour. George Washington once stayed there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property and hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The property is beautiful and well designed. The room was very clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The fireplace was wonderful. They had snacks and beverages available 24/7. It’s right in the heart of downtown Salem and within walking distance to great restaurants, museums, and local landmarks. I had an excellent experience staying at The Merchant and hope to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property was so cute 😍 cookies were a+
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great atmosphere, especially loved the fireplaces and the free and always accessible food
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place, impeccably clean, great snacks and welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Two night stay. Staff was very helpful. Location was the best. Did not move my vehicle. Walking distance to all attractions. We did see a mouse in the living room run to the kitchen.Reported to the staff and they addressed right away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel, the best place to stay in Salem
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely lived it! Staff was exemplary:) can’t wait to go back:)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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