Four-Star Hotels in Salem, Mass

Four-Star Hotels in Salem, Mass

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With nearly 400 years of history, Salem has served as an important backdrop in America. Home to an extensive maritime tradition and the infamous witch trials of 1692, it is a favorite city among history buffs. Visitors can explore several museums, historic spots and points of interest, including the House of the Seven Gables, a 100-year old structure celebrating author Nathaniel Hawthorne. As a popular tourist spot, Salem is home to several four-star hotels, most of which become booked to capacity around Halloween.

Hawthorne Hotel

Just 15 minutes from downtown Boston, the Hawthorne Hotel sits comfortably at the heart of Salem. A century old landmark, there are 93 standard rooms and six suites, as well as several thousand square feet of event space, full service spa and fitness center. Each room is complete with pillow-top mattresses, luxury linens and private baths accented in marble. For business travelers, wireless Internet is complimentary, as are flat screen televisions and cable service. For guests looking to experience Salem's macabre history, the Hawthorne has a long history of paranormal activity, and was featured on the third season of Scifi Chanel's "Ghost Hunters." Guests of the hotel are just minutes from sightseeing, golf, tennis, boat rides and bike paths.

Hawthorne Hotel
18 Washington Square W
Salem, MA 01970
978-744-4080
hawthornehotel.com

Salem Waterfront Hotel

A luxury boutique style hotel and marina, the Salem Waterfront offers contemporary comfort with traditional nautical décor. Guests can choose from a standard room, single or two bedroom suite, all of which include pillow top mattresses, high thread count linens, flat screen televisions and cable, as well as work space and wireless Internet access. The hotel offers a full-service business center, meeting space, fitness center and marina. A heated pool is available year round and tennis, golf, historic locations and walking or bike paths are all available nearby.

Salem Waterfront Hotel
225 Derby St.
Salem, MA 01970
978-740-8788
salemwaterfronthotel.com/

Amelia Payson House

Named one of Fodor's "Best B&B's," the Amelia Payson House was built in 1845, and sits at the center of Historic Salem. One of the city's first examples of Greek Revival architecture, it has been completely restored, keeping its classic exterior while adding wholly modern amenities. Each room is complete with its own full bath, Internet access, air conditioning and cable television. The whole in is non-smoking and allows only guests over age 14. Room fees include a continental breakfast each morning, complete with fresh fruit, homemade bread and coffee. Guests are within a few blocks of museums, a park for walking or bike rides, golf and tennis.

Amelia Payson House
16 Winter St.
Salem, MA 01970
978-744-8304
ameliapaysonhouse.com/

Article Written By Sara John

Sara John is a professional writer and copy editor living in Des Moines, IA. She has worked professionally for seven years, and written articles for the Long Beach Press-Telegram, as well as other local publications. She is a graduate of Grand View University and holds a B.A. in journalism.

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