The Merchant Salem

Salem, United States View on map
9.5 Exceptional Based on 105 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Rooms feature unique decor and cozy gas fireplaces. Guests graze anytime on snacks and coffee from the shared kitchen. A historic property, it sits within walking distance of downtown sites. Best for weekend couples, less so for anyone relying on the elevator."

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Check-in
15 Sept 2026
Check-out
16 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose The Merchant

  • Downtown Salem
    Peabody Essex Museum 5 min
  • Keyless Entry
    Door codes provided
  • Breakfast
    Homemade pastries & quiche
  • Gas Fireplaces
    In every room
  • Heated Floors
    Bathroom luxury
  • On-Site Parking
    $35 per day

Overview

The Merchant Salem hotel enjoys a prime location merely 6 minutes' stroll from the Jonathan Corwin Witch House and offers 10 rooms with views of the city. There is a train station near the comfortable 3-star hotel, and guests can easily reach Peabody Essex Museum which is 0.4 miles away.

Located near the entertainment district of Salem, the Salem hotel lies a stone's throw from Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery. The Merchant Salem offers proximity to natural sights like the riverfront Forest River Park (0.9 miles) and Salem Maritime National Historic Site (0.4 miles). Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Splaine Park, located just a 14-minute stroll away. Winter Island Park is also 1.5 miles away.

The rooms at the Merchant include climate control, as well as media facilities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Furnished with a couch bed, they also have a stone fireplace. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets, are included in the private bathrooms.

The nearby dining opportunities include Passage To India, which is approximately 5 minutes by foot from the property.

  • Check-in
    from 16:00 until 18:00
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
The Merchant
Our tips

Should you book The Merchant?

Perfect if you
  • Want to explore Salem on foot - the hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Peabody Essex Museum and within walking distance of the Salem Witch Trials Memorial.
  • Arriving by car - paid on-site private parking is available, and the hotel also offers passes to nearby lots.
  • Enjoy a grab-and-go breakfast - breakfast is served buffet-style with homemade pastries and quiches, included at no extra cost.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need an elevator - this historic hotel has no elevator, only stairs.
  • Expect an on-site restaurant for dinner - dining options are limited to a snack pantry and self-serve coffee and tea.
Best for
  • The gas fireplaces found in every room, adding warmth and a cozy atmosphere
  • Free on-site parking in a historic downtown Salem property

Facilities of The Merchant

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
Dining
  • Snack bar
The Merchant Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Carpeted floor

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The Merchant applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 16:00 until 18:00
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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