Hawthorne Hotel

Hawthorne Hotel

Hawthorne Hotel | Historic Hotel, Dining, & Events | Salem, MA

About Us

The Hawthorne Hotel, established in 1925, stands as a grand landmark in the heart of historic Salem. Named after celebrated author Nathaniel Hawthorne, our hotel combines classic New England elegance with modern comfort. As a proud member of Historic Hotels of America, we’ve welcomed over a million guests through our doors, hosting generations of travelers, weddings, and special events.

Accommodations

Our 93 thoughtfully appointed rooms blend historic charm with contemporary amenities.

Room Types

• Deluxe Rooms: Double queen options with various bathroom configurations
• King Suite: Spacious corner suites with living rooms and Keurig coffee makers
• Superior Rooms: Queen accommodations with optional sofa beds
• Traditional Rooms: Comfortable queen and king options
• Economy Rooms: Cozy full-bed accommodations
• Fidelia Bridges Guest House: Period-inspired rooms in adjacent building
• ADA Accessible: Two specially equipped rooms available

Room Amenities

• Flat-screen TVs with HD Cable and HBO
• Complimentary WiFi
• Iron and ironing board
• Hairdryer
• Blackout drapes
• Views of historic Salem or Salem Common (select rooms)
• Mini-fridges available upon request
• Room service available

Dining Options

The Tavern

• Cozy atmosphere with wood-burning fireplace
• All-day dining menu
• Local draft beers and craft cocktails
• Family-friendly options
• Gluten-free and vegan choices

Nathaniel’s Restaurant

• Breakfast service daily
• Weekend breakfast and brunch
• Sunday brunch with live music
• Weekend dinner with live entertainment
• 1920s ambiance

Key Policies

Check-in/Check-out

• Early baggage storage available for early arrivals
• Late baggage storage available after check-out
• Early baggage storage available
• Minimum age: 21 with valid ID

Reservations

• Bookable up to one year in advance
• Two-night minimum for Saturday stays (June-October)
• 72-hour cancellation policy
• September/October require one-night deposit
• Special October booking guidelines

Pet Policy

• Pet-friendly rooms on 6th floor
• Maximum two pets per room
• Additional fee applies
• Service animals welcome in all areas

Events & Celebrations

Wedding Venues

• Grand Ballroom with historic elegance
• Multiple ceremony and reception spaces
• Bridal suite availability
• Custom wedding packages
• Professional wedding planning services
• Rehearsal dinner facilities
• Wedding shower venues
• Farewell breakfast options

Corporate & Social Events

• Over 9,000 square feet of flexible meeting space
• Seven distinct function rooms
• Full-service catering
• Audio-visual equipment
• Corporate meeting packages
• Team building options
• Private dining spaces

Special Occasions

• Anniversary celebrations
• Birthday parties
• Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
• Class reunions
• Holiday parties
• Graduation events
• Memorial gatherings
• Baby showers
• Retirement celebrations

Additional Amenities

• Complimentary on-site parking
• Complimentary coffee and newspapers in lobby
• 24/7 front desk service
• Complimentary YMCA passes (Olympic pool access)
• Smoke-free facility
• Luggage storage

Location & Contact

Address
18 Washington Square W
Salem, MA 01970

Contact Information
Phone: (978) 744-4080
Toll-free: (800) SAY-STAY
Email: info@hawthornehotel.com
Website: hawthornehotel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/HawthorneHotel
Instagram: @hawthornehotel

A timeless New England landmark in the heart of historic Salem since 1925

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