"This hotel has all the history you want from a boutique New England property. Built in 1784, as a home occupied by a prominent Salem merchant dealing rum and Sumatran pepper. The bedroom where president George Washington stayed during his visit to Salem in 1789 is now one of the hotel's most treasured suites and the Colonial floating staircase is one of the best-preserved examples of its kind. Each room is decorated differently, yet all have classic American touches and contemporary finishes. It's an adorable, charming, historic place to hang your hat if you choose to spend an overnight in Salem." - Todd Plummer