Your journey of exceptional moments begins the instant you cross the threshold of The Merchant, where every detail is crafted to elevate your stay, you'll be steps from Salem Museum and 3 minutes by foot from Witch History Museum. This hotel is 7 minutes walk to Peabody Essex Museum and 7 minutes walk to Witch House.

Our spacious rooms feature daily housekeeping, premium bedding, a 40-inch flat-screen TV, deep soaking bathtub, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, complimentary high-speed WiFi and air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable stay whether you’re here for business or leisure. Conveniences include heated flooring, an iron and ironing board, wheelchair-accessibility and bathrobes.

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Property Details

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Number of stairs to reach property - 2
Distance from property (meters) - 152
Uncovered parking
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Thin carpet in public areas
Parking (limited spaces)
Area rugs in public areas
Express check-in
Shared refrigerator
Free WiFi
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Designated smoking areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Tours/ticket assistance
Fireplace in lobby
Free breakfast to go
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
No accessible shuttle
Distance from property (ft) - 499
Express check-out
Free breakfast
Front desk (limited hours)
Water dispenser
Daily
Coffee/tea in common areas
Self parking (surcharge)
Terrace
Concierge services
Year Built - 1789
Total number of rooms - 11
Number of floors - 4

Check-in

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM. Guests must be at least 21 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests are required to contact this property by text message 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

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

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

Other details

A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Salem Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Witch History Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Peabody Essex Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Witch Dungeon Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Witch House - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Hamilton Hall - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Bewitched in Salem - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
New England Pirate Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Pickering House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Salem Common - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Salem Witch Museum - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Salem Custom House - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Salem Maritime National Historic Site - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
House of the Seven Gables - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
The nearest airports are:
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Logan International Airport (BOS) - 23.8 km / 14.8 mi
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 24.3 km / 15.1 mi
Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 42.2 km / 26.2 mi
Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 39.3 km / 24.4 mi
The preferred airport for The Merchant is Logan International Airport (BOS).

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

Professional property host/manager
Contactless check-out is available
LGBTQIA+ friendly
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Cashless transactions are available
Contactless check-in is available
Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
No elevators

Pets

Pets not allowed

Other charges

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)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

148 Washington Street, Salem, Massachusetts 01970, United States

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