What is Downtown Salem like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Salem's Downtown Salem neighborhood. Be sure to check out Peabody Essex Museum and Salem Museum as part of your Downtown Salem travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Salem?

Based on our traveler data, Hawthorne Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Salem. This hotel is steps from Salem Witch Museum, and offers 2 restaurants and free parking. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Hotel Salem .

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Salem area?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Salem, you can choose from 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Salem.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Salem, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Downtown Salem.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Salem?

To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Salem or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Salem?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Peabody Essex Museum, Salem Museum, or Witch Dungeon Museum during your stay in Downtown Salem. You could also plan a visit to Salem Witch Trials Memorial or Salem Witch Museum while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Salem include Witch Mansion, Witch History Museum, and CinemaSalem. While you're out sightseeing in Salem, be sure to visit other sights like Bewitched in Salem or Koto.

How can I get around Downtown Salem and the greater Salem area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Salem Station is the closest metro station.

Top Downtown Salem Hotels

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A modern interior with a herringbone wood wall, a sectional sofa with multiple cushions, a glass-top coffee table, and a brick accent wall.

1. Hampton Inn Salem Boston

Downtown Salem

Kathryn

￥60,186 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious hotel lobby with wooden paneling, chandeliers, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

2. Hawthorne Hotel

Downtown Salem

maria

￥47,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bedroom with a fireplace, a large bed with green pillows, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

3. The Merchant

Downtown Salem

Tessa

￥107,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern interior with two wooden armchairs with yellow cushions, a brick-patterned wall, and wall-mounted lighting.

4. The Hotel Salem

Downtown Salem

Luis

￥59,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A building with a sign reading 'HAWTHORNE BUILDING' and 'The COURIER HOTEL' with a visible address '201 WASHINGTON ST.'

5. The Courier Hotel

Downtown Salem

Amanda

￥58,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and blue cushions, featuring a fire table and umbrellas.

6. Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

0.4 km from Downtown Salem

Nicole

￥58,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and chairs.

7. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

22.6 km from Downtown Salem

Adam

￥46,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel with a prominent Hampton Inn sign, featuring a multi-story structure with a central courtyard and a landscaped area.

8. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

Darin

￥40,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a waterfront view.

9. Seaport Hotel Boston

22.7 km from Downtown Salem

Cordell

￥41,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A hotel with outdoor seating, fire pits, and a well-lit facade.

10. The Cove At Salem

1.4 km from Downtown Salem

Vadim

￥61,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area in the background with a table and chairs.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

James

￥39,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of a cityscape with a bridge.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

22 km from Downtown Salem

Jennifer

￥38,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern restaurant with round tables and chairs, large windows with a city view, and a geometric patterned floor.

13. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

22.9 km from Downtown Salem

ruby

￥42,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A rooftop bar with a city skyline view, outdoor seating, and string lights.

14. YOTEL Boston, Select by Hilton

22.6 km from Downtown Salem

Jesse

￥42,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A courtyard with string lights, outdoor seating, and a brick building facade.

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown/Seaport

22.9 km from Downtown Salem

Amit

￥55,554 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A spacious lobby with a large mural of a city skyline and a waterfront view.

16. The Westin Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

Shereen

￥44,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A restaurant with a long dining area, high ceilings, and exposed beams. Tables are set with glassware and centerpieces.

17. The Dagny Boston

22.5 km from Downtown Salem

Isabella

￥51,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

The exterior of the Harborside Inn Boutique Hotel with a glass entrance, numbered room 185, and two large potted plants at the entrance.

18. Harborside Inn Of Boston

22.3 km from Downtown Salem

Alison

￥38,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A restaurant with wooden flooring, multiple dining tables, and hanging chandeliers.

19. The Godfrey Hotel Boston

23.1 km from Downtown Salem

Joseph Brett

￥57,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase, and a colorful art installation on the wall.

20. Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District

23.3 km from Downtown Salem

Liliana

￥38,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Where to stay in Downtown Salem

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Downtown Boston

Densely packed with highrise buildings, this area boasts landmarks like Custom House Tower and is close to Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, and the Old State House. Find headquarters of major banks, hotels, and investment firms here.

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A historic church with a large central tower and multiple spires, surrounded by modern buildings and a public square with people and greenery.

Back Bay

Victorian brownstone homes and cultural institutions like the Boston Public Library define this area. Shop at Newbury Street, Prudential Center, and Copley Place, or explore sights like Trinity Church and the John Hancock Tower.

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Seaport District

Experience a transformed industrial area with office towers, innovation labs, and 78 restaurants. Visit the Institute of Contemporary Art and easily access Downtown Boston via the Evelyn Moakley Bridge.

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Beacon Hill

Historic Federal-style rowhouses, gaslit streets, and brick sidewalks create a charming atmosphere. Explore the Boston African American National Historic Site, shop on Charles Street, and easily access MBTA stations.

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North End

Indulge in Italian cuisine at numerous restaurants and bakeries, explore historic sites like Old North Church and Paul Revere House, and enjoy performances at NEMPAC and Improv Asylum Theater. Easily accessible via MBTA lines, buses, and ferries.

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Top Downtown Salem Hotel Reviews

Harborside Inn Of Boston

8/10 Good

"While the room was very nice, for what you are paying per night I would expect either free coffee in the lobby or a small coffee maker in the room. If you wanted coffee you either bought it from the non-affiliated restaurant downstairs or walked a couple of blocks to Starbucks or Dunkin (the 7/11 next door does not open til 0930)."

Hawthorne Hotel

8/10 Good

"Arrived at the hotel to be informed checkin would be at 4, the rooms were still not ready by 4.30, we left, had dinner and returned to a smooth check in. After a long travel day and the room still not ready by 4pm was slightly annoying. There was water issues in the city that day, I know this because I overheard, not by information from staff. The floor requested & confirmed via email was not given, but it was no big deal. Location was perfect, staff were helpful, cleanliness of the room was ok, it wasn't great, we aren't fussy people so it didn't overly bother us, but the price of the stay did not reflect the standard expected."

The Royal Sonesta Boston

8/10 Good

"So we wanted a hotel with a pool that’s why we chose this hotel. Of course we checked in and were told that the pool was closed for adding chemicals!😖 We also hoped there would be free coffee in the morning but no…The restaurant sells coffee if you want to pay for it. Yes the hotel is nice and clean and quiet but paying that much you would think that it could give you a free coffee in the morning 😣. we went to a concert @ the Garden & walked about 20 minutes to get there."

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Our top choices for Downtown Salem hotels

1. Hampton Inn Salem Boston

2. Hawthorne Hotel

3. The Merchant

4. The Hotel Salem

5. The Courier Hotel

6. Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

7. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

8. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

9. Seaport Hotel Boston

10. The Cove At Salem

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District

12. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

13. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

14. YOTEL Boston, Select by Hilton

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown/Seaport

16. The Westin Boston Seaport District

17. The Dagny Boston

18. Harborside Inn Of Boston

19. The Godfrey Hotel Boston

20. Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District

Where to stay in Downtown Salem

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Top Downtown Salem Hotel Reviews

Harborside Inn Of Boston

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