VENUE AND TRAVEL
Travel to Salem
Plan to fly into Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) if traveling from outside the New England area. Located in East Boston, Boston Logan services flights to over 100 domestic and international destinations, provided by over 40 different airlines. From Boston Logan, travel to Salem is easiest via an Uber or rental car. Allow at least one hour for the 25 mile drive to the Hawthorne Hotel or The Cove. |  |
Enjoy the historic Hawthorne Hotel
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Experience the unique charm and timeless allure of the Hawthorne Hotel, a historic gem nestled in the heart of downtown Salem, MA. As one of the top-rated Salem MA hotels, the 93-room property is filled with rich history and classic New England style.
Guest Rooms and Amenities All guest rooms at the Hawthorne Hotel are air-conditioned with complimentary wireless internet, desks, televisions, and daily housecleaning. Each private bathroom has either bathtubs or showers with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Enjoy complimentary concierge services, daily newspapers and use of a nearby fitness facility. Free self-parking is available onsite. Note that cash is not accepted at the hotel. Restaurants Enjoy American cuisine in a 1920’s vibe with lounge music at Nathaniel's or comfort food and a full bar at The Tavern, the two onsite restaurants. Room service is offered during limited hours. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. |
| Located in the heart of the historic Bridge Street Neck District, The Cove at Salem is a unique 57-room boutique hotel that was completely renovated in 2023. The hotel is situated less than a mile from Salem Common and a short 5-minute drive to the Hawthorne Hotel. The two-story clubroom features a workbar, lounge, and game room, and the new 2,500 sq ft patio includes two fire pits and two BBQ grilles. |
HAWTHORNE HOTEL
Make your reservations by calling (978) 744-4080 and ask for the AM0912 rate.
THE COVE AT SALEM
Make your reservations by contacting Olivia Keefe at (978) 992-7825 or olivia.keefe@larkhospitality.com.
Please ask for the AMGO rate.
*Hotel rooms within our conference block are limited. We encourage attendees to register and and book lodging as early as possible. Should our room block reach capacity, we hope you will still join us and take advantage of the nearby lodging options*
Explore Salem
Explore Salem, a city rich with culture, history, and shopping.
The Hawthorne Hotel is conveniently located near many of the museums and historic sites in Salem:
- Salem Common - 0.1 mi
- Salem Witch Museum - 0.1 mi
- Bewitched in Salem - 0.1 mi
- Peabody Essex Museum - 0.2 mi
- New England Pirate Museum - 0.2 mi
- Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 0.2 mi
- Witch History Museum - 0.2 mi
- Salem Museum - 0.3 mi
- Salem Custom House - 0.3 mi
- Salem Maritime National Historic Site - 0.3 mi
- Witch Dungeon Museum - 0.4 mi
- House of the Seven Gables - 0.4 mi
- Witch House - 0.4 mi
- Ropes Mansion - 0.5 mi
- Hamilton Hall - 0.6 mi
maritime and historic landmarks
- The House of the Seven Gables: A historic 1668 mansion famous for its connection to Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel, featuring secret staircases.
- Salem Maritime National Historic Site: Features the Friendship of Salem, a replica 1797 cargo vessel.
- Pioneer Village: A living history museum representing Salem in 1630.
- Harbor Tours: Enjoy one of the many boat tours in Salem.
historic Witch trial sites
- Salem Witch Museum: Located in an historic church building, immersive exhibits explore the 1692 witch trials.
- The Witch House (Jonathan Corwin House): The only remaining structure in Salem with direct ties to the 1692 trials.
- Salem Witch Trials Memorial & Charter Street Cemetery: A somber, memorial to the 20 victims of the witch trials of 1692, adjacent to Old Burying Point.
museums, tours, & shopping
- Hammond Castle Museum: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this innovative blend of history, science, and art was once the home and laboratory of John Hays Hammond Jr. (1888–1965), one of the nation’s most prolific inventors of his time.
- Peabody Essex Museum (PEM): A world-class museum with art, culture, and history exhibits.
- Shopping & Local Shops: Explore Essex Street for boutiques, souvenirs, chocolates, and more.
- Trolley and Walking Tours: Take a guided spooky or historical tour.