Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites
Waterside hotel near Salem's historic attractions
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The Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites is a boutique hotel located on Pickering Wharf in downtown Salem, Massachusetts. All rooms and suites have been recently renovated. The hotel is a short walk to Salem's historic sites, museums, and shops. It offers an on-site restaurant and lounge, along with a heated indoor swimming pool.
Should you book Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?
A recently renovated hotel with direct waterfront access and proximity to Salem's historic attractions.
Best for
- Walkable access to Salem sites
- Waterfront location
- Event venue
- Families
Maybe not ideal for
- The hotel has no spa.
Waterfront location
Situated on historic Pickering Wharf, the hotel offers marina access. Guests can easily walk to Salem's numerous attractions, restaurants, and boutique shops.
Newly renovated rooms
Accommodations range from Superior rooms to grand Suites. Many rooms feature city views. All rooms include a coffee maker, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and free WiFi.
On-site dining and pool
Mainstay Social is the hotel's sleek, modern restaurant offering lunch and dinner with a full bar. A heated indoor swimming pool is also available for guests.
Rooms & rates
Superior Queen Room
23.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 queen beds
City view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Soundproofing · Coffee machine
Junior Suite
28.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Private suite · City view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Soundproofing
Suite
56.0 m² · sleeps 1 · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · City view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Soundproofing
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- City view
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Location
225 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970, United States, Salem, Massachusetts
Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites is located in Salem, Massachusetts.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Friendship of Salem at 0.1 mi; the nearest train station, Salem, is 0.4 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Friendship of Salemmuseum0.1 mi
- Peabody Essex Museummuseum0.2 mi
- Salem Maritime National Historical Parkhistoric site0.2 mi
- Derby Waterfront Districtattraction0.2 mi
- First Church in Salemplace of worship0.5 mi
Getting around
- Salemtrain station0.4 mi
- Salem Ferry Terminalferry pier0.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.2 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 855 guest reviews
Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites earns overwhelmingly positive feedback for its unbeatable downtown location, well-maintained rooms, and warm, attentive staff — with complimentary cookies and a nautical theme adding memorable charm. The most consistent complaints centre on the absence of in-room mini fridges (a notable gap at the price point) and noisy AC units in some rooms. Overall sentiment is strongly enthusiastic, with the vast majority of guests saying they would return.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 25 · average 9.8
They wrote about: location, room, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 5 · average 8
They wrote about: location, room, cleanliness
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 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 accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the hotel's location?
The hotel is located on historic Pickering Wharf in downtown Salem, Massachusetts, within walking distance of many attractions and restaurants.
What room types are available?
Available rooms include Superior Queen Rooms, Junior Suites, and Suites. Some suites feature separate living areas, wet bars, and additional sleeping space.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, the hotel has an on-site restaurant called Mainstay Social, offering lunch and dinner, along with a full bar.
Is parking available?
Yes, the hotel offers free parking for guests.
Does the hotel offer breakfast?
Breakfast is listed as an amenity at the hotel.
Is there WiFi?
Yes, free Wifi is available for guests in all rooms and throughout the hotel.
Are there family rooms?
Yes, the hotel offers family rooms.
What attractions are nearby?
Nearby attractions include Pickering Wharf Marina, Chambers of terror, Immaculate Conception Church, New England Pirate Museum, and Salem Wax Museum.