Hawthorne Hotel

3.5 star property
Historic hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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Enjoy meals in this elegant dining area with a table for four, featuring a beautiful view of the street outside.
Formal dining room with a long table set for a banquet, featuring classic architectural elements and elegant place settings.
Formal event space with a central stage, rows of chairs, and a floral archway.
Two large beds with white linens, a chandelier, and a seating area with a chair and table.
Enter a grand lobby with a sweeping staircase, comfortable seating areas, and a large mirror above a bookshelf.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA, 01970
  • Salem Witch Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Salem Common
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Peabody Essex Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cabot)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Derby)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Derby)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cleveland)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bertram)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Salem

Hawthorne Hotel puts you in the heart of Salem, within steps of Salem Witch Museum and Salem Common. Highlights at this historic hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Nathaniel's, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of 7 meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. .Places within a short walk of this 3.5-property class Salem hotel include Peabody Essex Museum and Salem Witch Trials Memorial.

What's nearby

  • Salem Witch Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Salem Common - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Peabody Essex Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Witch House - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Beverly Montserrat Station - 6 min drive
  • Salem Station - 9 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Essex's N.Y. Pizza & Deli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪A & J King Artisan Bakers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪East Regiment Beer Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rockafellas Restaurant and Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hawthorne Hotel

Historic hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and 7 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hawthorne Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Salem hotel is smoke free.

  • 93 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1925
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hawthorne Hotel offers 93 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and free newspapers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and fridges can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 transport

  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1925
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets 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

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
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.94 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.63 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 12.50 for adults and from 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The tax ID number is C0013432580. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Hawthorne Hotel?

Yep, Hawthorne Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hawthorne Hotel?

The closest beach to Hawthorne Hotel is Revere Beach (15.5 km).

Does Hawthorne Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hawthorne Hotel?

No, Hawthorne Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hawthorne Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hawthorne Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hawthorne Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Hawthorne Hotel, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Hawthorne Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1005 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1310 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
excellent location to Salem downtown and attractions
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Wonderful Stay

I've been travelling a lot for work and the Hawthorne Hotel, and my stay at the Hawthorne Hotel has been a clear bright spot in my many nights away from home. The staff were lovely. The room was cozy and charming. The Tavern was a wonderful respite at the end of long days. The location is great. Love the walkable area nearby. On-site parking was super convenient. In short, a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kaylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We parked our car and didn't need to get in it again until we were leaving for the airport. The Hawthorne is in a perfect central location with walking distance to almost everything. Rooms are quite small but cozy. An overall great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Oriana

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joao

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel staff was great .. the bed was horrible and no A/c was not good for sleeping
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business stay. Staff and overall vibe were chill but very responsive. Parking super convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUANITA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Next to a park and could see the Witch Museum from our window. Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley, Westhill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historic building is lovely as is the reception area. The room was on the small side especially the bathroom. Within walking distance of the attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brendan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good Location

Check in was great and is in a great location. The hotel is old but I think that’s the look they are going for. My only complaint was the AC didn’t work. We were located on the 4th floor so the heat from below really heated up our room to almost 80 degrees. I turned on the AC to cool down the room but it just blew hot air. After speaking to the front desk they told me that it wasn’t going to work and that they would offer us a plug in fan. The windows only open up about 5” which makes sense for security reasons but it wasn’t enough to cool the room down and to make matters worse our room was above the kitchen vents so our room constantly smelled like a deep fryer. Other than that it was a good stay but I might venture elsewhere for my next stay in Salem.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We liked the history of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely inn, charming town

My husband and I loved the inn, and we both thought the staff was exceptionally helpful and friendly. The beds and pillows were really comfortable. Having drinks by the fire in the evening was charming, and breakfast was very pleasant. They went out of their way to accommodate my food allergy, which was much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Girls trip with the kids

Rented two rooms with my sister in law and kids. We were checked in by a fashionably dressed young man. Shout out to his shirt from express men! Check in was a breeze and the staff is very friendly. The hotel is lovely and has a great historical feel. Unfortunately, we didn’t receive any hauntings during our stay. Some of the kids might have been happy about that. They offered complimentary water, lemonade, coffee, tea and hot cocoa. The hotel is in perfect walking distance for all the shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amberstarr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Illysha

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Great rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location for anyone who wants to get around Salem quickly. My only real complaint is the lack of AC at this time of year. But that was mitigated by the window and a fan
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved our quick stay at the Hawthorne Hotel! Though our room wasn't huge, the beds were absolutely dreamy - so comfy we didn't want to get up! The best part? You literally step outside and boom - you're right in front of the Salem Witch Trial Museum!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025