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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