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18 Washington Square West, Salem, Massachusetts, United States, 01970

Hawthorne Hotel - Historic downtown hotel near Salem Common and Logan Airport

The Hawthorne Hotel, established in 1925, is located in downtown Salem, MA, a short walk from Salem Common and the Witch Museum. The hotel features oak-paneled interiors, a wood-burning fireplace, and views of Salem Common. Dining options include Nathaniel's Restaurant for breakfast and dinner, and The Tavern, offering New England pub-style food. The Peabody Essex Museum, with collections of Maritime Art and History, is 200 yards away. The hotel provides an on-site fitness center, complimentary internet access, and free on-site parking. The property is ADA compliant and certified as an Age-Friendly Business.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary coffee and daily newspapers in the lobby

Pet-friendly accommodations with a $75 fee per night

Live entertainment in Nathaniel's Restaurant starting at 6:00 p.m.

Complimentary passes to the Salem YMCA

Seasonal packages including Hocus Pocus-themed stays and museum experiences

Two parking lots with free parking on a first-come, first-served basis

Rooms

The Hawthorne Hotel offers 93 rooms, including spacious one-bedroom corner suites with fully-appointed living rooms, sofa, writing desk, dry bar, mini fridge, and Keurig coffee makers. Guest rooms feature blackout drapes, restful hues of white, grey, and blue, and views of historic Salem or the leafy Common. ADA-compliant rooms include extra wide doorways, grab bars in bathrooms, and roll-in showers. Some rooms have 18th-century reproduction furnishings.

Other conveniences

Mini-fridges available upon request

Complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby

Pack and plays available for an additional charge

Smoke-free rooms and function rooms

Telephones with flashing light in ADA rooms

Bathrooms with showers or bathtubs

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26 m²

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9 m²

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29 m²

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Salem700 m

Airports

Logan (BOS) 24.2 km

Pease International Tradeport (PSM) 71.1 km

Underground

Wonderland Station 14.8 km

Bus

Bus stop 2.6 km

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Room features

Air conditioning
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Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

18 Washington Square West, Salem, Massachusetts, United States, 01970

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18 Washington Square West, Salem, Massachusetts, United States, 01970

City landmarks

Museum

The House of the Seven Gables

740 m

Museum

Witch House

710 m

Museum

Witch Dungeon Museum

640 m

Landmark

Gedney House

750 m

Landmark

Pickering House

930 m

Museum

The Witch House salem mass

740 m

Landmark

Phillips House

1.2 km

Nearby

Museum

Salem Witch Museum

190 m

Museum

Peabody Essex Museum

400 m

Park

Salem Witch Trials Memorial

270 m

Museum

Salem Witch Village

330 m

23 Congress Street

Pickering Wharf

420 m

Museum

Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery

520 m

Museum

Salem Maritime National Historic Site

450 m

Essex and Washington Street

Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery

460 m

Cemetery

Old Burying Point Cemetery

340 m

Museum

Witch History Museum

330 m

Park

Salem Common

180 m

Hawthorne Blvd

Stickworks Statue

130 m

Museum

New England Pirate Museum

220 m

Store

Crow Haven Corner

40 m

Museum

Salem Wax Museum of Witches & Seafarers

270 m

176 Derby St

The Custom House

290 m

27 Hardy St

Nathaniel Hawthorne Birthplace

530 m

71 Essex St

Narbonne House

250 m

104 Wharf St

Fished Impressions

360 m

160 Derby St

Derby House

360 m

57 Wharf Street

World of Witches

390 m

32 Derby Sq

Salem Old Town Hall

420 m

215 Essex St Derby Square

Wicked Good Books

360 m

Restaurants

Red's Sandwich Shop

380 m

15 Central St

Brew Box On Essex

120 m

131 Essex St Ste 2

Polonus European Deli

300 m

176 Essex St

Paprika Grill

310 m

2 Liberty St

Red Line Cafe

290 m

188 Essex St

Essex's N.Y. Pizza & Deli

380 m

2 E India Square Mall Museum Place Mall

Rover Bagels

340 m

288 Derby St

Popped Gourmet Popcorn & Ice Cream

340 m

86 Wharf St

Captain Dusty's Ice Cream

520 m

143 Derby St

Engine House Restaurant

530 m

71 Lafayette St

Mr. Crepe

560 m

83 Washington St

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Robert

United States, May 2024

8.6/10

I felt right at home in this hotel, with beautiful staff and a central location great for exploring the Peabody-Essex Museum and historic district. The rooms were clean and comfortable, offering a great view of the commons, though a bit small. The service was incredibly friendly, adding to the overall stay. Dining was delicious, especially the handmade pasta, but a bit pricey. The facilities were well-executed with a touch of silverware, making the experience worthwhile.

Rooms

8.0

My room was clean, comfortable, though not spacious, with a great view of the commons.

Service

9.0

The service was amazingly friendly, and the hotel maintained a very clean atmosphere. I appreciated the nice touch of having coffee, tea, cider, and water in the lobby.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was central to all things Salem, making it easy to navigate the areas I wanted to visit. It truly made me feel like I was at home.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed celebrating three generations of women with delicious dinners at the bar. The handmade pasta was a standout, although a bit pricey.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities added a touch of sophistication with silverware, enhancing the overall experience.

John

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.8/10

I had a lovely beer trip through New England staying at this hotel. The room was nice, albeit slightly on the small side, but entirely functional. However, I felt it was overpriced for the size offered. The service in the Tavern was top-notch, with staff being very helpful, kind, and welcoming. The location was perfect, within walking distance to everything in Salem. The dining experience at the Easter Grand Buffet had some great options but lacked in temperature for some dishes. Overall, a classic hotel in an amazing location, although booking through a third-party site limited my stay initially.

Rooms

7.0

The room was nice, slightly on the small side but entirely functional. However, it felt overpriced for the size.

Service

9.0

The service in the Tavern was exceptional, with staff being very courteous and helpful.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in a great area, within walking distance to everything in Salem.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience at the Easter Grand Buffet had some great options but some dishes were not hot enough.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were good, with the hotel being fitting for the period it represents.

Great location

Overpriced rooms

Geoffrey

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.6/10

During our stay, the hotel met all of our expectations with immaculately maintained rooms, including two small bathrooms, a big plus for our family of 5. The convenient location within walking distance of Salem's attractions was excellent; however, the dining options were a bit limited. The staff was welcoming and the service terrific.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were immaculately maintained throughout my stay, and having two small bathrooms was fantastic for our family of 5.

Service

9.0

The staff was terrific, very welcoming and helpful, providing extraordinary service.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was perfect within walking distance of everything we wanted to see in Salem, making it convenient for our exploration.

Dining

8.0

We enjoyed many unusual and wonderful dining options at reasonable prices, and breakfast was great in the morning.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were original, with furnishings and architecture that can't be replicated elsewhere, enhancing our overall experience.

Lee

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel, with its prime location close to everything. The rooms were cozy but lacked a view. The service was exceptional, especially the attention to detail from the staff. The dining experience was delightful, and the facilities were top-notch.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a bit on the small side but comfortable and clean.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, going above and beyond to make me feel welcome.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location couldn't be better, within walking distance to all the sights and surrounded by bars and restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were excellent, especially the homemade rolls that were a highlight of my meals.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers great facilities that enhance the overall experience.

Friendly Staff

Small Rooms

Dominic

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is right in the middle of town, making sightseeing very convenient. The rooms were small and had a view of the air conditioning units, but the bed was comfortable. The service was exceptional, with helpful staff. The location is fantastic for exploring Salem, with proximity to attractions and restaurants. The dining experience had great options at reasonable prices but lacked in temperature. Facilities were unobtrusive.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small, with a view of the air conditioning units, but the bed was comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional with very helpful and pleasant staff.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic for a walking tour of Salem, with proximity to attractions and restaurants.

Dining

7.0

The dining had great options at reasonable prices but lacked in temperature.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were unobtrusive in execution.

United States, October 2023

7.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spacious, clean, and simply gorgeous, but the price seemed a bit high for the size. The service provided by Chris Hamzeh and the rest of the staff was top-notch, making our experience extraordinary. The location was superb, putting us right in the heart of Salem for easy sightseeing. While the dining options were a bit limited and pricey, the organic products were a nice touch.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very nice and clean, and they felt so big that we even had a walk-in closet. However, the rooms were extremely small and didn't feel worth the cost.

Service

9.0

The staff was so courteous, helpful, patient, knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. They were also very nice and helpful throughout our stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, being right in the middle of town and close to all the local points of interest. It made sightseeing incredibly convenient and enjoyable.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience in the restaurant was a bit disappointing, with poor offerings and an expensive bill. However, the table service by Tiffany was professional despite the busyness.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good, and the hotel offered a great selection of organic products. However, the dining area was a letdown with no fresh fruit or yogurt available.

Joseph

United States, September 2023

8.8/10

I felt right at home in this hotel, the rooms were comfortable, and the staff was amazingly friendly. The location was safe and convenient, close to restaurants and shops. The dining experience was excellent, although a bit pricey. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay even more enjoyable.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable, the perfect size, and beautiful.

Service

9.0

The staff was so very friendly and accommodating.

Location

9.0

The location made me feel like I was at home, close to Salem and with restaurants and shops nearby.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was wonderful, celebrating three generations of women.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were excellent.

Friendly Staff

Pricey Dining

Tony

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and clean, and the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. The central location made exploring Salem a breeze, although the dining experience was underwhelming. Overall, a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very clean and large, with two queen beds, two closets, a desk, and two chandeliers.

Service

9.0

The staff went out of their way to ensure our one-night stay was great.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, within walking distance of everything you would want to see in Salem.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience, especially at the restaurant on the last night, was a bit of a disappointment.