The Merchant Salem, Massachusetts

The stately, square facade of The Merchant, Salem, a Lark Hotel and safe place for women to stay in Salem, Massachusetts.

The Merchant—An Exquisite Stay in the Heart of Salem

RUM, PEPPER & A LITTLE BIT OF MYSTERY

Our Salem, MA hotel’s name and tagline pay homage to Joshua Ward, the post-Revolutionary War sea merchant and privateer who commissioned the stunning federal-style building that today houses our boutique hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Salem, Massachusetts yet in a private setting, The Merchant offers large, luxurious guest rooms that retain much of the original woodwork and exquisite detail while offering the best of today’s amenities—including heated bathroom floors, gas fireplaces, plush linens, USB charging outlets, and LED TVs with Apple TV. Built by acclaimed 18th-century architect Samuel McIntire, the property hosted President Washington in 1789 and lived many lives prior to becoming our chic, intimately-sized Salem, MA lodging. Read about The Merchant’s history (and why “rum and pepper”) here, then book a room and experience this unique and quiet retreat for yourself.

A bedroom suite with unique features at The Merchant Salem, a Lark Hotel, and a safe place for women to stay in Salem, Massachusetts.
A bright orange and blue bedroom suite at The Merchant Salem by Lark Hotels, a safe place for women to stay in Salem, Massachusetts.
A simple but tasteful bedroom suite at The Merchant Salem, a Lark Hotel and a safe place for women to stay in Salem, Massachusetts.

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