The Merchant

148 Washington Street, Salem MA, 01970, Salem, 01970, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.9/10! <small>(score from <b>176</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
176 reviews

The whole vibe was great. We felt very comfortable.

Paul United States of America
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The Merchant

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Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, The Merchant offers accommodations in an historic building in Salem. Each room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and a hair dryer. Rooms are accessible by stairs; there is no elevator at the property. The nearest airport is Logan Airport, 12 mi from The Merchant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Breakfast to go

Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
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1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Salem
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  • Paul
    United States of America United States of America
    “The whole vibe was great. We felt very comfortable.”
  • Kira
    United States of America United States of America
    “The Merchant is absolutely beautiful. The rooms are exceptionally appointed, and the location couldn't have been more perfect. Lovely having snacks available on each level. I would highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Salem who is...”
  • Lindsay
    United States of America United States of America
    “Stunning architecture and interior design details. A very warm and cozy retreat, wonderful for couples and those that prefer a private and quiet stay that’s location is ideal for exploring Salem’s downtown. The fireplace and robes in each room are...”

Area info

Amenities of The Merchant
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs $35 per day.
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/out
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Merchant takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Carte Blanche Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Merchant accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property has 4 floors and rooms are accessible only by stairs. There is no elevator. Contact the property for more information.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Merchant of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Merchant

  • The Merchant offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Walking tours

  • Check-in at The Merchant is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at The Merchant can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Breakfast to go

  • The prices at The Merchant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at The Merchant include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • The Merchant is 650 feet from the center of Salem. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.