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    Best Western Plus North Shore Hotel

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    Andria G.

    We had a few issues while staying at this location. First, house keeping literally barged into our room at 8 AM while we were still sleeping. There was no knock. She simply used the key and came in. I had to tell her to leave. Secondly, the indoor "heated" pool was an ice bath. All of the kids were shivering and could barely stay in for more than 10 minutes. Not to mention the pool deck was soaking wet, flooded with water. Children were slipping every where. It was very dangerous. The room itself was nice but we were unhappy with the quality of service for the price ($130 for one night).

    Tanyalee B.

    Great hotel ! Clean ! Friendly staff ! Cleaned our room on our second day while we were out , and gave is fresh towels ! Deff not used to that at most hotels we stay at we have to ask for towels and they never clean / take our garbage in between ! Breckfest in the morning is a must ! Lots of options ! Very clean dining area ! Hot chocolate is offered at the coffee stations ! Which is great for a pregnant woman who cant have caffeine like myself LOL ! The pool isnt big but it's a cute clean pool ! With extra towels if needed !Definitely would recommend and if ever in the area again ,will be coming back !

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    Mike N.

    IMHO, this hotel is in a range of an economy hotel. When we stayed here, they were working on an exterior wall to update the looks. Staff are sufficiently nice and friendly (in a NE sort of way). Front desk staff are pleasant and accommodating. They gave us some very helpful suggestions and pertinent information accessing Boston attractions. Very good sleep quality with quiet room and comfortable beds. We had a two-queen bed room with mini frig and microwave. We could've used a little bigger TV (24 in?). It was roomy enough, though. Perhaps, it could use some updating to freshen up the looks throughout this hotel. It gave out sort of a gloomy feeling since carpet looked faded and worn out. Could use some detailed cleaning since I found some food particles on the carpet floor around corners. Bathroom was updated and nice. When we were here, it was too early in the season for outside pool to be open, but indoor salt-water pool was nice. Breakfast was very decent, but very busy with presence of a school group when we stayed. It looked more relaxed and quieter in later hours (after 8:30 am). There are some good choices of restaurants and eateries in the area. One Italian restaurant is within a comfortable walking distance if you'd like to stroll in the evening. Overall very good value for money in this area.

    Robert C.

    "Yes there is construction, But..." So I only booked for one night and after reading previous reviews was slightly worried about the construction. I was only sleeping there and was leaving early in the morning. The lobby is pretty much gutted along with the lower level as they are renovating the entire hotel. Not a problem in my opinion. Our room was brand new and modern with a great mattress and really good pillows. This is all I need in a hotel of this level. It is not the Four Seasons or Ritz Carlton, but it IS a reasonably priced hotel in good proximity to Boston and the North Shore. The new rooms are GREAT! and much improved from when it was a Comfort Inn. I had stayed here twice before when it was a Comfort Inn, and the rooms were kind of dismal. The staff were all very welcoming and helpful and I commend them for keeping up their morale and professionalism during the overhaul of the hotel and what I am sure many complaints from other customers. On every website this hotel is listed on that I saw, there are numerous warnings of the construction, so if that bothers you, stay away. If you want a newly renovated room with great staff, then stay here. I can't wait to see it when it is finished. I will be back again and again...

    Kyle N.

    The hotel is in renovation so please expect it to look like a construction site. The wifi sadly is non existent even though you can connect to it you'll be dropped constantly by poor signal. On the plus side Robert at the front desk and everyone we met at the hotel was extremely nice and accommodating as best they could. I think although the hotel is lacking now once it's complete it could be a 5 star rating!

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    Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston-Peabody

    (64 reviews)

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    Unfortunately, things just keep getting worse here…read more Once again, staff are wonderful. However, management is clearly out of touch. They're doing renovations on the entire building, and the only acknowledgement to guests is a little card in the room saying "BIG NEWS! Sorry the windows are covered in plastic, but we promise it'll be worth it!" I'm certain this will make those staying in this hotel for just one night incredibly happy. That was sarcasm in case you didn't clock it. Sorry for a poor press, but I know you can do better! Please try harder!

    Solid hotel in this area. All the rooms are the same in this hotel, as it comes with a suite…read more The swimming pool water is too cold to my liking. Make sure to always bring your room key card for swipe access. Free breakfast in the hotel lobby that starts 6:30 AM on weekdays and 7 AM on weekends. No EV charging available, but free overnight parking. Appearances wise, the rooms are slightly newer/nicer than the Hampton inn next door. In reality, you can see how dated this hotel is: the corner pipe paint is peeling off, slow toilet flush, tub is updated, etc. I talked to the hotel and they do a refresh every 8-9 years. I think this hotel has been around for 30 years and it is the oldest hotel amongst the three: Hampton inn, homewood suites, and springhill suites. Breakfast selection changes on a daily basis, but it is essentially the same as the Hampton Inn next door. I wonder if they run the same menu on a daily basis with slight variation. Public bathroom is also located on the first floor if you need to use it. Nice lobby area. If you need anything like extra towels or trash bag, you have to go downstairs and ask from the receptionist. I don't think they have enough staff to send stuff to your room. Love the fact that the room has pots, pans, plates, utensils, dishwasher, etc for convenient kitchen needs.

    The Merchant

    The Merchant

    (79 reviews)

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    Loved everything about hotel. The vibe. The comfiness. The location. The food. Def would…read morerecommend. Not for physically disabled though. Stairs are a beast but oh so cool.

    Pros: - very comfy bed…read more- cruelty free toiletries available in the shower and bathroom, various herbal / fresh citrus scents that were not too strong - very friendly front desk staff that accommodated our needs around check out - we were able to keep luggage with them for many hours after check out and extend our parking time for no fee. The woman who checked us in was very friendly and gave us a tour of the common areas - entrances are locked to the public and secured with a password for extra safety - our room was big - I was pleasantly surprised to see that they offer Nespresso coffees with lots of fix ins available (even dairy free milk in the fridges!), grab and go snacks like Himalayan Gold popcorn and flavored almond mixes, and fresh made more substantial snacks like a chia seed pudding with coconut flakes and pineapple that was so good, I had it twice! Also available at any time in the fridges were Apple streussel yogurt parfaits and hard boiled eggs. Chocolate chip cookies are baked throughout the day. - nicely decorated lounge area on first floor and deck patio space - you are able to leave items in a designated shared refrigerator space in the kitchenette on the first floor, a clever solution to no fridges in the rooms (at least not in mine). The thought of a communal, unmentioned fridge with strangers did give me pause though, but it's nice they offer it. Room for improvement: - I understand I came in a heat wave and summer is not prime season in Salem, but the room was so warm. The air conditioning would not go below 67° setting, but the real room temp was always much higher according to the thermostat (this morning it was 76!) I was sweating and had a hard time sleeping. They gave us a box fan when we asked if the AC could go any lower...I wasn't even sure it was on....and that helped a little but still wasn't enough. Please let people turn down the temp so they can sleep without waking up sweaty! The AC units also made a decently loud bubbling noise - this seems to be in a part of town near where an unhoused group of people hangs out. To walk to the off site parking lot, which was not far away at all thankfully, you have to walk through a big park full of many unhoused people, some begging or shouting. It made me feel a bit unsafe and I wasn't thrilled to leave my car in an area of town like that. Head's up. On our last day here, there was also a seemingly unhoused woman hanging out on the front steps of the hotel's (beautiful!) lawn for many hours. At one point when we walked by, she was starting to get aggressive and shout at people walking by. - the bar in the lounge area, prominently featured on their website, is non functional as they do not have a liquor license, which would have been a nice place to enjoy a cocktail - the tvs have lots of streaming apps advertised on the TV main screen, but none are logged in to the hotel's account. I guess that's standard in some cases, but it felt frustrating to not be able to watch a lot of what was shown to us. - not the hotel's fault, just a product of the location (which was otherwise very convenient and centrally located!), but there were loud cars with booming stereos driving by at all hours of the night on a weekday that occasionally woke me up. - the lot they let you park in temporarily while you unload luggage, while a nice gesture and made moving bags much easier, is very tight and took quite a few maneuvers to be able to get out of. - there's really only one heavy duty lock on the door, but overall the closing mechanism felt very lightweight and I didn't have a ton of confidence in it. We were only given one key for two people staying in one room. Overall, the location and service were nice, but the temp issue was pretty hard to get past since it made me feel so stifled. The snacks came in handy more than once, but for the price, I'd look around at other locations before automatically coming back here, I imagine you could find something cheaper that isn't on the fringes of a sketchy neighborhood. It is right next to Hauswitch, which was one of my favorite shops in all of the many, many options in town, so that's a plus, but they really need a better AC system for summer guests. Thank you for a cozy stay other than that and for such welcoming treatment!

    Boston Marriott Peabody

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    As I was driving into the parking lot late at night, I remembered the 14 presumed witches, five…read morewarlocks, and six other people who were killed or died in the area 334 years ago. Back then, Peabody was part of Salem, where witches were believed to have operated unrestrained for several years. Today, the bright, elegant lighting in the hotel lobby makes guests feel comfortable and at home from the moment they cross the threshold. The rooms are spacious, and the several simultaneous catering events, along with the large number of families dressed for a wedding, are a testament to the hotel's popularity. The Sophia Restaurant serves quality breakfasts with good coffee, fresh fruit, and real scrambled eggs. Guests can also request a made-to-order omelet. On the downside, the bagels were comparable to those found at lower-tier Marriott brands; perhaps it is time for an upgrade. The restaurant is elegantly decorated, and even if you choose the buffet, you can spend more time at your table talking with your companions or enjoying the view because the coffee is served to you. There is also a small but well-equipped executive lounge on the sixth floor, offering an expansive view of the city.

    Stayed at the Boston Marriott Peabody and had a great overall experience. The hotel is clean and…read morecomfortable, with plenty of parking which makes things easy. There's a restaurant on-site, a member lounge, and even a Starbucks, which is super convenient. The hotel could use some updating, but it's still a reliable and comfortable place to stay. Would definitely consider staying here again!

    The Bell Inn & Tavern - Special for the night.

    The Bell Inn & Tavern

    (54 reviews)

    The Cellar, underneath the Inn. First time going to this place, we arrived when they were opening…read more The door was locked, so we sat in the rocking chairs. Someone that works there had walked past us several times, and opened the door. We wandered in, and she said the restaurant was in the basement. When we left, we saw a sign for Cellar. Not knowing the restaurant was named the Cellar, the sign wasn't clear/meaningful. Anyway, we got there eventually. The decor was pretty nice (definitely more bar than restaurant). We chose a table in a quiet corner, which was beneficial and not. The wait staff was very friendly, but we were a bit out of sight out of mind for them. All the food was great, and the cocktail was expertly made, exceeding expectations. They have popovers as the table accoutrements, which are a personal favorite of mine! As mentioned above, I'd consider this a (speakeasy decor) bar with food options, that would be a solid social/meet up spot, with great drinks.

    I had dinner at The Bell Inn & Tavern with my mom for an early Mother's Day celebration since it's…read morewhere she wanted to go. She and much of my family really like this place and rave about it, but my overall first impression was definitely a mixed bag. My mom made the reservation for Saturday at 4:45pm in the dining room. We arrived a little early, so she showed me around the beautifully renovated building. When we checked in with someone, they redirected us to the bar area downstairs as they were holding a private event in the main dining area. Okay, not a big deal to us. However I could understand if someone else might get a little annoyed at being told they had to go to the bar area when they specifically asked for the dining room on their reservation. I have to say that I do love the downstairs bar area, it's classy and has a vintage speakeasy vibe. We were quickly greeted by one of the guys working the bar who was super nice and did a great job. For a drink I started with their version of an espresso martini, which was a good start to the food experience and gave me high hopes. They brought us out some popovers which to me were just okay. For an appetizer we got some buffalo chicken dip, which was quite delicious. For dinner my mom got a Caesar salad (which I tried a little bit of and thought was good) and a flatbread pizza that was on special. I decided to be a little bougie and went with the braised short ribs, and I regret to say that the dish fell flat for me. The short rib did come apart okay when I stuck my fork in it, but it was kind of chewy, bland and overall really didn't have much flavor. The menu also states that the short rib is served with broccolini (which is a milder, sweeter version of the green vegetable) but it came with regular plain broccoli instead, which I was also quite honestly disappointed by. With all that being said the polenta was my favorite thing on the plate. I'm a little conflicted. The place is beautiful and the staff is so nice. But with how much it was hyped up to me, I was a little let down. I'm kind of thinking that I should've went with another dish? I really want to truly love this place, so I'm sure I'll be back with family at some point to give them another chance.

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