The Merchant - Salem

$$$$||View on mapSalem, United States148 Washington Street, Salem Ma, 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States|
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The Merchant - Salem
148 Washington Street, Salem Ma, 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Free WiFi10.0
Cleanliness9.9
Location9.9
Comfort9.8
Staff9.8
Who stays here
Couples57%
Families24%
Groups8%
Solo8%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Free WiFi10.0
Cleanliness9.9
Location9.9
Comfort9.8
Staff9.8
Who stays here
Couples57%
Families24%
Groups8%
Solo8%

3-star historic boutique hotel in Salem with gas fireplaces and a 24-hour complimentary snack pantry

Rooms & Suites

The Merchant Salem offers individually furnished rooms with gas fireplaces and premium bedding. Each private bathroom includes heated floors and designer toiletries. Room 8 features a working electric fireplace and a sleigh bed.

Dining & Complimentary Offerings

A 24-hour complimentary snack pantry provides guests with fresh scones, frittata, and yogurt parfaits at the Merchant Salem. Afternoon chocolate chip cookies are baked daily and available in the lobby. Nespresso machines on the first and third floors offer coffee and tea throughout the day.

Location

The Merchant Inn Salem is a 5-minute walk from the Peabody Essex Museum and 700 metres from the Salem Witch Museum. The House of the Seven Gables is 1 km away. Logan Airport is 22 km from the hotel.

Amenities & Special Touches

Walking tours of Salem are offered as an on-site activity at the Merchant Hotel Salem. The hotel has an outdoor seating area and common spaces with gas fireplaces. Paid on-site parking is available behind the building for $25 per night.

Guest Services & Historic Characteristics

Cordial check-in includes guest loyalty recognition for returning visitors at the Merchant. The hotel has no elevator, which enhances the historic charm of the building. Express check-in and check-out are available, and staff communicate by text.

  • Rooms: Gas fireplaces, heated floors, designer toiletries
  • Dining: 24/7 snack pantry with fresh scones and cookies
  • Location: Steps from Salem Witch Museum and Peabody Essex Museum
  • Amenities: Walking tours, outdoor seating, paid on-site parking
  • Guest Services: Cordial check-in, loyalty recognition, text communication
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-18:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:10
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Queen Room
  • Room size:

    28 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Deluxe King Room
  • Room size:

    30 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Deluxe King Suite
  • Room size:

    30 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Snack bar

TV

Flat-screen TV

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

No pets allowed

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Snack bar

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Merchant

💵 Lowest room price 202 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 24.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Logan, BOS

Location

148 Washington Street, Salem Ma, 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States
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148 Washington Street, Salem Ma, 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States
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148 Washington Street, Salem Ma, 01970, Salem, Massachusetts, United States
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Witch House
460 m
Museum
Witch Dungeon Museum
460 m
Essex and Washington Street
Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery
460 m
Museum
Witch History Museum
170 m
Shopping Area
Essex Street Pedestrian Mall
270 m
21 High St
Gedney House
260 m
Museum
New England Pirate Museum
400 m
Hawthorne Blvd
Stickworks Statue
470 m
34 Chestnut St
Phillips House
580 m
18 Broad St
Pickering House
430 m
32 Derby Sq
Salem Old Town Hall
80 m
Museum
Salem Wax Museum of Witches & Seafarers
330 m
Museum
The Witch House salem mass
460 m
215 Essex St Derby Square
Wicked Good Books
150 m
Restaurant
Red's Sandwich Shop
220 m
Restaurant
New England Soup Factory
40 m
Restaurant
Cafe Kushco
70 m
Restaurant
Fountain Place
110 m
Restaurant
Maria's Sweet somethings
120 m
Restaurant
Hong Kong King
250 m
Restaurant
Red Line Cafe
290 m
Restaurant
Engine House Restaurant
280 m
Restaurant
Melt Homemade Ice Cream
510 m
Restaurant
Adea's Mediterranean Kitchen
310 m

Reviews of The Merchant

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FAQ about The Merchant

Which popular attractions are located near the The Merchant hotel?
You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Witch History Museum, placed 650 meters from the The Merchant hotel. Other sights that are worth your while are The House of the Seven Gables (1.5 km the property) as well as Salem Wax Museum of Witches & Seafarers (800 metres away).
Which landmarks are closest to The Merchant hotel?
Guests of The Merchant hotel can visit The Witch House salem mass (500 metres from the accommodation), or Peabody Essex Museum placed 8 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel provides parking spaces on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the 3-star The Merchant?
Unfortunately, the 3-star The Merchant does not have on-site restaurants, but there is a variety of dining venues just outside the property. Visit restaurant Hong Kong King for the taste of Asian cuisine (250 meters from the accommodation) or New England Soup Factory, which is famous for its American dishes (50 meters away).
What is check-in and check-out time at the The Merchant?
Guests of the The Merchant can check in from 16:00 to 18:00 and check out from 11:00.
What are the booking prices at The Merchant?
The prices at The Merchant start from $413.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
Payment methods in the hotel include:
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the 3-star The Merchant hotel offer?
The 3-star The Merchant hotel offers such room types as Deluxe King Suite, Deluxe Queen Room, and Deluxe King Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star The Merchant?
Each room at the 3-star The Merchant is fully equipped with air conditioning to ensure that guests have a comfortable stay. On average, guests rate the comfort of the rooms 9.7/10.
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