Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

3.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with a marina and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Room amenity
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Golf cart
Junior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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225 Derby St, Salem, MA, 01970
  • Place, Salem Witch Trials Memorial
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Salem Witch Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Peabody Essex Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

Junior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Suite

  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Corner King, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premiere King Suite

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Salem

Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites places you next to Salem Witch Trials Memorial and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Salem Common. This 87-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a marina and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Salem Witch Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Salem Common - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Peabody Essex Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • House of the Seven Gables - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Beverly Montserrat Station - 6 min drive
  • Salem Station - 11 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Olde Main Street Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Essex's NY Pizza And Deli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪A & J King Artisan Bakers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brew Box - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

Riverwalk hotel with a marina and a 24-hour front desk
Renovated in 2024, Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites offers a marina, an indoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a terrace.
55-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free local calls, and safes are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mainstay Social

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (3,800 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Marina
  • On the riverwalk
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - April 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
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

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0006992580
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Tax ID number is C0006992580.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Salem Waterfront Hotel
Salem Waterfront
The Salem Waterfront Hotel And Marina
Salem Waterfront & Suites
Salem Waterfront Hotel Suites
Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites Hotel
Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites Salem

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Salem, just steps from Salem Witch Trials Memorial and New England Pirate Museum, and within a short walk of Salem Common. You'll also find Salem Witch Museum and Peabody Essex Museum less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

As of Jan 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites on Jan 18, 2026 start from $169.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites feature a casino?

No, Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Does Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Mainstay Social.

Will Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

The closest major airport to Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites is Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal), which is 5.8 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Logan International Airport (BOS), which is located 15.8 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites.

Does Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites if that's in your vacation plans.

Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Comfortable beds. Parking is lacking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bryhanna

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Pleasant stay

Room was nice just as it was described. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Within walking distance to food and activities. Breakfast was delicious. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
You didn’t like my original review? Too bad. Don’t ask next time. It sucked. What a joke.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff were exceptionally pleasant. Person checking us in was pleasant, professional, hospitable, and knowledgeable of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decorated so cute for Halloween! Accommodating staff and great suggestions. Clean ! Conveniently located with great shops and restaurants nearby. Cute bar on site and room service was very quick and good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather, San Marcos

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful staff - everyone was very helpful and welcoming. The location was perfect and the room was so cute!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within walking distance of the main attractions in Salem! Very clean and comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

6/10 Okay

Rosaria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our room was dirty upon check in. There was an old grape and personal information on a folded piece of paper. We did let the front desk know. The restaurant is not good and the drinks all had floating black specs in it - which means mold. Even though it was convenient, I dont see us returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

luisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Miss Chris was super helpful at check in and Adam was such a gracious driver- helping to get us to dinner on time! The hotel was perfectly decorated for the season and the suite was clean and comfortable! We were able to walk everywhere and felt very safe. Each person we met was very nice and helpful!
Spooky lobby!
Easy check in with fresh water set out all day and warm cookies!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love being in this location. Close to everything. Outdoor area is great for relaxing. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccable staff, seriously five star service from parking ,check in...the rooms were super clean and modern ..the front desk had everything ready and the room was so clean ...went to bar and the staff there were so friendly and welcoming and you know you can just tell they actually like their job and want to be there and actually work as a team ...best experience have had in a long time at a hotel definitely will be back and tell everyone this is our third time back and one of best experiences ever ...
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Close to everything Salem. Superb amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is in walking distance. The staff was amazing they were so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! We had a wonderful stay. Everything was so clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. Excellent and skilled bartenders! And the shower had incredible water pressure! I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay came at the end of a long vacation. And talk about saving the best for last! Our room was the one of the nicest (and definitely the cleanest) I have ever had the pleasure of staying at.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to see Salem
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025