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Hawthorne Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A spacious hotel lobby with wooden paneling, chandeliers, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.
A bar area with a beer tap, glasses, and a cash register.
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a staircase, and a large mirror.
A brick building with a gold eagle statue on the entrance, a QR code on the awning, and a window display with plants.
An indoor venue with a central aisle, flanked by rows of chairs, and a decorative floral arch at the front.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $150
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30

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18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA, 01970
  • Place, Salem Witch Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Salem Common
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Peabody Essex Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a chandelier, and a large mirror.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, a radiator, and a wall-mounted TV.

Economy Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • 96 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a desk with a bottle of champagne, and a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bertram)

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand, and a vase of flowers.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bertram)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cleveland)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cleveland)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a chandelier, and a large mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Derby)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a chandelier, and a large mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Derby)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Derby)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a chandelier, and a large mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Derby)

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cabot)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hawthorne Hotel

3.5-star hotel in Downtown Salem
2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a business center, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Hawthorne Hotel offers 93 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This 3.5-star property offers access to a business center and 7 meeting rooms.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This business-friendly hotel also offers a library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Hawthorne Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Nathaniel's - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
The Tavern - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12.50 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Nathaniel's
  • The Tavern

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1925
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.94 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.63 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12.50 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.63 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.94 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0013432580
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Property is also known as

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Hawthorne Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1261 out of 1613 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1613 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1613 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1613 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1613 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay in Salem
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly and helpful hotel was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful historic property with an excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location, lovely hotel, helpful staff, and definitely somewhere i would return to!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was all so friendly. Great place to stay as its within walking distance of all the tour spots. We loved it so much we will be booking for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very lovely hotel...very clean and love the history
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was the perfect place to stay on our first trip to Salem. An historic, beautiful and charming hotel located within walking distance to shops, restaurants and historical sights, we would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Historic hotel right in the heart of Salem.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was excellent from check in to check out
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Centrally located with plenty of parking. a Grand old hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel, lots of character. Especially liked having two toilets in the bedroom! Perfect location and free all day parking alongside the park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A great location and a lovely historic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the hotel and breakfast was lovely. I like the fact they have morning coffee out and afternoon iced water with fruit in it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very historic and beautiful place. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Quaint, amazing location, thoughtful and helpful staff! Looking forward to the next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Me and a friend have stayed here twice now.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location. Beautiful old hotel. Staff were very friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Professiona abd courteous staff. Clean and charming hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved this quaint old hotel. It is in a great location for all the attractions. The food was amazing and staff are very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Love the charm and history of the hotel. And it couldn’t be in a better location! Would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had breakfast and dinner at the Hotel - both excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel! Was in perfect location in Salem!! We had a wonderful stay there on our girls trip!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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We love a good historic hotel, and the Hawthorne fit the bill. Our room was spacious & the vintage bathroom tiles were very fitting. We enjoyed visiting the bar and the cozy vibe it provided!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Walking distance to Peabody Essex museum and Salem commons. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was incredibly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026