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Cultural heritage and maritime legacy

Salem's identity extends far beyond its 1692 trials. The Peabody Essex Museum houses one of the nation's finest collections of Asian and maritime art, including a fully reconstructed Chinese house, reflecting the city's golden age as a global trading port. The McIntire Historic District showcases extraordinary Federal-style architecture, where sea captains' mansions stand as testament to Salem's wealth during the East India trade era. The Salem Maritime National Historic Site preserves historic structures along the waterfront, including Derby Wharf and the replica tall ship Friendship of Salem.

Dining and accessibility

The culinary scene balances New England tradition with contemporary innovation. Ledger Restaurant & Bar occupies a repurposed 19th-century bank building, reinterpreting regional cuisine, while Turner's Seafood delivers classic New England fare in an elegant historic setting. The walkable downtown centers on Essex Street's pedestrian mall, where museums, galleries, and boutiques create a vibrant atmosphere year-round. Business travelers benefit from the 30-minute MBTA Commuter Rail connection to Boston, while the seasonal Salem Ferry provides scenic harbor transport.

Beyond October's crowds

While Haunted Happenings draws significant October tourism, Salem rewards visitors who explore beyond the seasonal rush. The House of the Seven Gables offers seaside gardens and authentic 17th-century architecture, while the waterfront Derby Street district provides harbor views and seafood dining at establishments like Sea Level Oyster Bar. Day trips to Marblehead or Boston are easily arranged, making Salem an ideal base for exploring coastal New England's maritime heritage.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salem

Can I book hotels in Salem on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Salem using your Delta miles, or a combination of miles and cash. Simply log in to your SkyMiles® account, where you will also discover Member-only offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Salem?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals reserved through Delta Stays. Plus, you will receive access to Member promotions at select properties, along with the option to complete payment using miles, cash, or a combination. To ensure you earn miles when paying fully with cash, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies differ depending on the property you choose. Be sure to check the cancellation policy listed under the hotel’s details before booking. You'll find that some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

As a Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Cardholder, you enjoy the advantage of earning additional miles alongside numerous valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 applicable toward prepaid accommodations booked through Delta Cars and Stays. Please note that terms apply to these offerings. Learn more about your benefits at the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays offers opportunities for SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars through hotel and vacation rental reservations completed using Delta Stays. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

Delta Stays provides hotel booking services to all customers. However, registering as a SkyMiles Member enhances your experience by allowing you to earn miles and access Member pricing and promotions. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Yes, Delta Stays extends beyond conventional hotel offerings to include a wide selection of vacation rentals for your travel accommodations. Explore the variety of homes, condos, and unique accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Salem?

You will find 13 hotels in Salem to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Hawthorne Hotel has a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10, and features 2 restaurants and a bar/lounge. Another top-rated hotel is Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites, where you can enjoy an indoor pool and a restaurant. The Salem Inn has a rating of 9.2 and this bed & breakfast has a free cooked-to-order breakfast and free parking.

What's a good time of year to visit Salem?

To experience Salem during great weather, consider a visit in late September when temperatures average 65°F with mostly sunny skies and fall festivities beginning. For off-peak prices and fewer crowds, consider visiting during November when temperatures reach a cooler 48°F, autumn decorations linger, and hotel rates drop significantly.

Which hotels in Salem are located near Salem Witch Museum?

Step back in time as life-sized dioramas bring the infamous 1692 witch trials to life. Morning visits offer a more intimate experience of this haunting chapter in American history. Popular hotels include Silsbee's by Daniels House which is steps away.

Which hotels in Salem are near Peabody Essex Museum?

America's oldest continuously operating museum houses global treasures spanning Asian, African, and maritime art, including an authentic 200-year-old Chinese house reassembled on-site. One popular hotel is Silsbee's by Daniels House which is steps away.

Which hotels in Salem are near Salem Witch Trials Memorial?

Granite benches inscribed with victims' names create a solemn space honoring those executed during the 1692 witch trials. The adjacent Old Burying Point Cemetery deepens the experience. Silsbee's by Daniels House is a popular hotel, which is just steps away.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar