We stayed at the Stepping Stone Inn in Salem in early October. This is a historic house from built in 1846. It's right next to the Salem Witch Museum and close to all the historic sites and walking tours. If you want to be close to everything and experience a bit of history, this is a perfectly quaint hotel. The... more

If you want a modern identikit hotel don't stay here. This place is old, wooden and, like it's owner, a little quirky. However, if you want to stay somewhere with a bit of (a) character you will find John to be one of the most knowledgeable and helpful hosts you will ever meet. Location-wise it's pretty much perfect and there's... more

I had a perfectly pleasant experience at this inn and I don't understand the complaints. My room was clean and pleasant, the bathroom was clean, it was quiet, the bed was comfortable, the price was OK, the innkeeper was friendly, and the location was fantastic. Parking was no problem because I was given a pass to the parking garage half... more

My husband and I reserved rooms at the Stepping Stone in back in October, 2007, and returned to the Salem/Boston area with my parents in May, 2008. We were so thrilled with the S.S. Inn and John, the owner, that we decided to stay there again on our most recent trip. If you are seeking a luxurious room with a... more

On the last leg of our week long trip to Maine we ended up at the Stepping Stone Inn in Salem, MA. It was at a time when the city was full up with witch wannabes. Because it was so near Halloween there were many things going on and not many rooms available in town. We were at a bar... more

I absolutely LOVED staying at this charming inn. We got the room on the top floor, and were warned that the ceilings were low. It was only because it's an attic-type space, and we're average-sized people, so it didn't affect us. In fact, it just added to the charm. I loved the decor, and the fact that the house is... more

Very well located and reasonably priced. However room small and "bathroom" doll-house sized. If you weigh over 150 lbs., you will not fit into the bathroom. Very limited parking Minimal breakfast (continental.) Cordial host. more

The location and price of the Stepping Stones Inn was good. And the place was relatively clean. Other than that, I wouldn't recommend this inn. There was no charm, no warmth to the inn or the rooms. The bathroom was tiny (and I am only 115 pounds, I'm not a big person!). The breakfast was absolutely skimpy and cheap. There... more

LOVED the B & B. Rooms are very clean, the owner is a pleasure to speak with. Had another couple with us that never stayed in a B & B before and they were very impressed. I cannot stress how well John keeps the house clean and comfortable. The location is great, Salem is not a big town, but this... more