STEPPING STONE INN, Salem

Stepping Stone Inn - Historic B&B Next to Salem Witch Museum with Free Parking and Inn Cats

Located next door to the Salem Witch Museum and across from Salem Common, this family-run Salem hotel features 6 guest rooms with private bathrooms. Each room comes equipped with Gardner mattresses (made in Salem since 1933), memory foam pillows, cable TV, and iPhone-charging clock radios. The property offers a 24-hour gourmet coffee, tea, and hot chocolate service in the dining room, with Matt's fresh coffee served daily from 8-10 AM. A continental breakfast and WiFi access are provided free of charge. Three friendly inn cats - Sonny, Clifford, and Bix - reside on the property. The Stepping Stone Inn provides free parking with 2 on-site spots and additional spaces in the City of Salem's Parking Garage one block away. Key attractions within a 5-minute walk include the House of Seven Gables, Salem Common, and Salem Witch Trials Memorial.

Pros

Three resident cats offer a unique, homey atmosphere

Complimentary 24-hour hot beverage service

Located directly on Salem Common with city views from select rooms

Historic building with period features like antique marble sinks and brass fixtures

Cons

Only one parking spot provided per room

No rooms available on the ground floor