The Merchant

3 stars
148 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970, United States
Salem, MA
9.6
Wonderful
based on 263 reviews
263 reviews
Sun 23/11
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Mon 24/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
£144
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£144
Deluxe room
£227
Double room
£231
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Overview

Located near Salem Maritime National Historic Site, The Merchant features comfortable accommodation in a historic setting. Just a 10 minute stroll from Salem MBTA Rail Station, the inn offers guests an ideal base while visiting Salem.

The Merchant has 11 rooms offering all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Logan International Airport is less than a 35-minute drive from the inn. Located within a short walk are Bessie Monroe House and the Peabody Essex Museum.

Latest deals for The Merchant

Sun 23/11
Mon 24/11
Deluxe room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
£227
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£242
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
£280
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£338
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£231
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
£272
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£275
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£328
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£144
nightly with VAT
Superior room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£411
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£1,556
nightly with VAT
King room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£264
nightly with VAT
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Amenities at The Merchant

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking
  • Air-conditioned

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Air-conditioned
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Accessible parking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Health and safety

  • CCTV outside property
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • CCTV in common areas

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming service

General

  • Fireplace
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Snack bar

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

Reviews of The Merchant

9.6
Wonderful
263 verified ratings
Wonderful
229
Very good
15
Good
8
Okay
4
Fair
5
Mediocre
1
Poor
1

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's charming atmosphere, excellent location, and cleanliness. Many highlighted the historical beauty and cozy common areas, while some noted minor issues with breakfast options and parking accessibility.
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Atmosphere10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
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Location

148 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970

What's nearby

  • Downtown Salem District84 yd
  • West Cogswell House253 yd
  • John P. Peabody House297 yd
  • Witch House307 yd
  • Essex County Court Buildings327 yd
  • Peabody Essex Museum337 yd
  • Bowker Place348 yd
  • Phillips Library380 yd
  • Bessie Monroe House385 yd
  • St. John the Baptist Parish416 yd
  • First Universalist Church426 yd
  • Pickering House0.3 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Merchant

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January
October
£394
£303
Cheapest month to stay with an average 69% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 210% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Merchant

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Merchant

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Merchant, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Merchant, plan to stay on a Monday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Merchant was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £153, while the most expensive was £153.
  • How long should you stay at The Merchant? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 7 days.

FAQs when booking at The Merchant

  • Where is The Merchant located?

    The Merchant is located at 148 Washington Street in Downtown, 0.1 miles from the centre of Salem. Downtown Salem District is the closest landmark to The Merchant.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Merchant?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Merchant.

  • Does The Merchant offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Merchant offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Merchant from the airport?

    The Merchant is 4.5 miles from Beverly. The Merchant is 12.1 miles from Boston Logan Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Merchant hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Merchant in Salem and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Merchant and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Merchant.

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Good to know

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

9.1
0.1 mi
Boston Logan Intl
12.1 mi

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