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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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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.
Economy Double Room
2 persons
9 m² 
1 Double bed
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Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
29 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Heating
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Standard Double Room
2 persons
15 m² 
1 Double bed
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Queen Room
2 persons
13 m² 
1 King-size bed
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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

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
  • Heating
  • Sitting area

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel Location

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