The Merchant

Hotel · Salem

The Merchant

Hotel · Salem

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148 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970

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Nestled in an 18th-century redbrick gem, this chic boutique hotel boasts individually styled rooms with fireplaces and modern comforts, plus a cozy lounge and terrace perfect for unwinding after exploring Salem's historic charm.  

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"Why did this hotel catch your attention? What's the vibe?This is a place that has all the history you want from a boutique New England property. Built in 1784, the home was originally occupied by a prominent Salem merchant dealing in rum and Sumatran pepper. The bedroom where newly elected president George Washington stayed during his visit to Salem in 1789 is now one of the hotel's most treasured suites, and the Colonial-period floating staircase is one of the best-preserved examples of its kind. Tell us all about the accommodations.Each room is decorated differently, yet all have classic American touches and contemporary finishes. Expect lots of Colonial blue, Chesterfield upholstery, and antique woodwork in the rooms. It's all in the details: What were the tiny things that made your stay more pleasant?The hotel has a breakfast buffet of both sweet and savory small plates, and individually controlled heated bathroom floors—a nice touch for New England winters. And the service?The front desk staff is welcoming and accommodating. With only 11 guest rooms, the hotel never will never make you feel like your needs aren't being met. Any other hotel features worth noting?There's free off-site parking a three-minute walk from the hotel, or you can opt for on-site parking for $25 a night. The outdoor second-floor deck is perfect for taking a break between museums—there's a table with complimentary coffee, fresh fruit, water, and seltzer available all day. Bottom line: Worth it?An adorable, charming, historic place to hang your hat if you choose to spend an overnight in Salem." - Todd Plummer

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"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

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Erica Kotin

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We had the most wonderful weekend stay at The Merchant. Everything from the room, the fresh baked goodies, to the location was perfection. We arrived a few hours before check-in, but were greeted with fresh baked scones to snack on while we explored Salem. We got a text as soon as our room was ready and there were fresh baked cookies when we got back from our afternoon adventures. The whole Inn is so cozy and wonderful. The fireplace in the room was amazing when we’d spent hours walking outside in Salem in the winter. A perfect stay all around.

Explorer20819360384

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The Merchant is an absolutely gem. Smack in the middle of Salem, walking distance from all the best restaurants, shops, markets, etc. Really friendly service and the perfect blend between attentive and left alone to enjoy some much needed peace and quiet. I loved having a daily Nespresso and delicious chocolate chip cookies and scones. Looking out at the top of the Salem News Building, I felt like I was the main character in my own little movie. Getting snowed into an old colonial is high on my list of favorite things to do. Huge bedrooms with absolutely comfortable sheets. Roaring fireplace and glowing candles in the windows really set the mood. I had the happiest birthday weekend ever.

Heather J

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We loved The Merchant. It is a beautiful and historical hotel in a perfect location for all manners of sightseeing. The self-serve mini kitchen was well-stocked with quality items. The bed and linens were lovely. We paid for onsite parking, which was well worth the small fee. Will definitely be back.

Anne M

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This historic property was comfortable and convenient to shopping and dining. Our spacious room was cozy with a fireplace and comfy seating. Only downside is the dimly lit bathroom! ||Offsite parking is not covered, but only a short walk.||The chocolate chip cookies were amazing. I really appreciated the selection of teas.||Great restaurants nearby!

Barbra H

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Between the incredibly comfortable bed, the top-quality bedding, gorgeous décor and the easy-to-operate gas fireplace, our room was just what we hoped for ... a super indulgent experience in Salem. From the moment we arrived, the day-time staff were so welcoming, helpful and professional. The self-serve kitchen offers coffee, fresh-made chocolate chip cookies , scone and on array of packaged snacks for 'round the clock grazing. The common room is well appointed with a variety of seating and they even provide board games. The property is located right downtown, within easy walking distance of the PEM and Essex St. We had a delightful time staying here and highly recommend this lovely boutique hotel.

Seth F

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Lovely hotel with nice amenities and fun charm. The fireplace in the room was a nice addition…and heated bathrooms floor! ||My wife and I stayed a night. Perfect location and easy parking. Lots of stuff to do and see. We’d like to stay again sometime soon.

Jen K

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What a unique place to stay. It’s like a B&B met a hotel. The rooms are all super unique (I was with family so got to see their two rooms, plus the one my husband and I stayed in). The lobby is what makes this place special. It feels like someone’s home and has a cute kitchenette with amazing local treats. Definitely recommend! You can walk to everything in town too.

Cheryl B

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Magical experience! This boutique hotel is in the historic area of Salem in a perfect location. We flew in to Boston and took the train over and literally walked just a few blocks with our luggage to the hotel. When we arrived, they had just baked cookies. They had my husband immediately. The hotels, rooms, lobby and stairway are charmingly decorated. I can’t say enough wonderful things about this quaint hotel. Every morning breakfast was fabulous with freshly baked quiches and scones. My husband and I were in the Lark Suite that had access to a private rooftop patio that overlooks all of Salem. It had a fabulous walk-in shower as well as a huge bathtub. There was a cozy little seating area with a fireplace where my husband read every morning and had coffee. Will definitely come back here if we visit Salem again.