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The Merchant

3.0 star property
3-star Georgian hotel near Witch House

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Signature Double Room
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Lark Suite | Bathroom sink
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
148 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970
  • Popular LocationPeabody Essex Museum4 min walk
  • Popular LocationWitch House4 min walk
  • Popular LocationSalem Witch Museum8 min walk
  • AirportBoston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)39 min drive

Room options

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Queen Deluxe

Queen Deluxe

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Deluxe

King Deluxe

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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George Washington King Deluxe

George Washington King Deluxe

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Lark Suite

Lark Suite

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is CA $434
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CA $485 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
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About the area

Salem

In entertainment district.Within a 10-minute walk of this Salem hotel, you'll find Witch House and Salem Witch Museum. Salem Museum and Witch History Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Peabody Essex Museum - 4 min walk
  • Witch House - 4 min walk
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 4 min walk
  • Salem Common - 8 min walk
  • Salem Witch Museum - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Beverly Montserrat Station - 6 min drive
  • Salem Station - 7 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Village Tavern - 4 min walk
  • East Regiment Beer Company - 4 min walk
  • Rockafellas Restaurant and Bar - 2 min walk
  • Wendy's - 5 min walk
  • Gulu-Gulu Cafe - 2 min walk

About this property

The Merchant

3-star Georgian hotel near Witch House
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 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This Salem hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 499 ft (USD 10.00 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • LED TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated floor (bathroom)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Fireplace
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 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
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 must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, 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

Staffed front desk, 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

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)

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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 tax ID number is C0013862060. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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The Merchant Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 256 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 256 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 256 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 256 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 256 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not only was the property and room absolutely adorable and homey but the amenities were next level amazing… the chocolate chip cookies OMG. The fireplace in the room was wonderful and kept us nice and toasty! The bathroom floor was heated and felt amazing! Bed was super comfy, it made us not want to leave! The stairs were beautiful but carrying luggage was a bit difficult, we appreciated the staff helping get bags up to our room. Not only were the cookies to die for but the fridges were stocked with delicious goodies as well (I personally enjoyed the quiche and yogurt parfait!)!!! If you are wanting to walk to all the historic sites, the Merchant is in the best location! The staff was so nice and helpful! They even allowed us to keep our luggage there while we continue to explore the town after check out. We will definitely be returning back to The Merchant for our next stay in Salem!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Google maps took us behind the property. It was a bit confusing but we called the hotel and they were very helpful. Lovely place and so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
It was interesting that it was a Historical house where George Washington slept. But offered no amenities . No bar or breakfast served.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Merchant was a very unique stay. The front desk people were very friendly when making the reservation for the property as well as one of their parking spots. The room was gorgeous and very well cleaned. The snacks and drinks offered in their kitchen was a very welcomed treat upon returning at night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is perfectly located. We truly enjoyed the hotel and the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great - loved it!
Staff was very welcoming and friendly. Room was very clean and well-maintained, and the overall ambiance was nice. Location is perfect for walking around Salem, and a pretty easy 5-6 minute walk from the trains. Parking is available, but very limited, so make sure you contact the staff and discuss parking options. Since this is an older property, I believe stairs are the only option for the rooms on the higher floors, so if you have issues with stairs you might want to discuss this with staff as well. Overall, a lovely place with friendly staff and a great location. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023