What is Downtown Salem like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Salem's Downtown Salem neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit 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 traveller 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 should I expect to find in Downtown Salem?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Salem, you can choose from 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Salem.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Salem, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Downtown Salem.

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 neighbourhood. 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, make sure that you visit other sights such as 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 10 Downtown Salem Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Downtown Salem hotels

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

1. The Hotel Salem

Downtown Salem

Lou

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A building with a sign reading 'HAWTHORNE BUILDING' and 'The COURIER HOTEL' with a visible address '201 WASHINGTON ST.'

3. The Courier Hotel

Downtown Salem

Amanda

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

4. Hawthorne Hotel

Downtown Salem

Kinsey

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

5. Stepping Stone Inn

Downtown Salem

Sharon

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

6. The Merchant

Downtown Salem

Josh

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel lobby with a dining area, orange seating, and a TV screen.

7. Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

5.1 km from Downtown Salem

Saswata

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A coastal scene with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and a lighthouse in the distance.

8. The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

5.2 km from Downtown Salem

Garth

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, black office chairs, and a bar area with stools.

9. Comfort Inn Danvers - Boston North Shore

8.4 km from Downtown Salem

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a TV, and a wardrobe.

10. The Northshore Hotel - Boston/Danvers

8.9 km from Downtown Salem

Sean

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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

11. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

22.6 km from Downtown Salem

Edmond

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A lobby with curved seating, a central circular design on the floor, and a reception desk with a marble counter.

12. Renaissance® Boston Seaport District

22.7 km from Downtown Salem

MaryCatherine

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase, and a colorful art installation on the wall.

13. Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District

23.3 km from Downtown Salem

Taylor

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

14. The Westin Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

Colby

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

15. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

Darin

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

16. citizenM Boston North Station

22.2 km from Downtown Salem

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

17. Seaport Hotel Boston

22.7 km from Downtown Salem

Cordell

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District

23 km from Downtown Salem

Jess

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A waterfront cityscape with a variety of buildings, including a prominent clock tower and modern skyscrapers.

19. Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront

21.4 km from Downtown Salem

Dawn

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A buffet area with various food items, a coffee station, and a seating area in the background.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center

25.7 km from Downtown Salem

Amanda

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Where to stay in Downtown Salem

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Downtown Boston

The heart of America’s revolutionary history lies in the center of this city. Uncover the story of the nation and enjoy excellent arts and dining venues.

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Back Bay

Parisian boulevards and elegant brownstones conjure a truly romantic atmosphere, perfect for strolling and window shopping.

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Seaport District

Join excited crowds enjoying harbor-side views, Revolutionary War-era landmarks, as well as superb restaurants and museums along this thriving waterfront.

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Beacon Hill

Take a walk through the charming streets, historic buildings and small-town atmosphere of Boston’s oldest and wealthiest suburbs.

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North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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