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.

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

1. Hawthorne Hotel

Downtown Salem

jennifer

₩380,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

2. Hampton Inn Salem Boston

Downtown Salem

Kathryn

₩408,663 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

3. The Hotel Salem

Downtown Salem

Lou

₩457,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

4. The Merchant

Downtown Salem

Tessa

₩714,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

₩435,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A park with a statue, green trees, and flowering plants.

6. Stepping Stone Inn

Downtown Salem

Sharon

₩504,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

7. Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

0.4 km from Downtown Salem

Richard

₩514,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

8. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

22.6 km from Downtown Salem

Adam

₩314,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden paneling, a large sofa, and a coffee table.

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Logan International Airport

15.1 km from Downtown Salem

Jane

₩254,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

10. Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport

16.2 km from Downtown Salem

mary

₩238,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

11. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

Darin

₩245,870 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

12. The Westin Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

Colby

₩318,135 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

13. Seaport Hotel Boston

22.7 km from Downtown Salem

Cordell

₩349,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

14. The Cove At Salem

1.4 km from Downtown Salem

Jeffrelee

₩404,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

15. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

22 km from Downtown Salem

Jennifer

₩307,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a blue carpet.

16. Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport

20.3 km from Downtown Salem

Maria Criselda

₩329,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

17. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

22.9 km from Downtown Salem

ruby

₩397,859 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A Hilton Garden Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a large signboard with the hotel's name.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport

17.6 km from Downtown Salem

Nicole Ann

₩307,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

Jess

₩268,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

Taylor

₩259,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Where to stay in Downtown Salem

Find the best Downtown Salem areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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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 building with ornate architecture, a staircase, and a tree in front.

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

The Godfrey Hotel Boston

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful hotel! This was our first time visiting Boston and the hotel is in a great location. Staff went above and beyond. Room was on the smaller side, but clean and modern. We would definitely stay again!"

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Our top choices for Downtown Salem hotels

1. Hawthorne Hotel

2. Hampton Inn Salem Boston

3. The Hotel Salem

4. The Merchant

5. The Courier Hotel

6. Stepping Stone Inn

7. Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

8. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Logan International Airport

10. Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport

11. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

12. The Westin Boston Seaport District

13. Seaport Hotel Boston

14. The Cove At Salem

15. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

16. Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport

17. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

18. Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District

20. Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District

Where to stay in Downtown Salem

Downtown Boston

Back Bay

Seaport District

Beacon Hill

North End

Top Downtown Salem Hotel Reviews

The Godfrey Hotel Boston

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