Baltimore Travel Guide

Once you arrive from Interstate 95 or the Baltimore-Washington International Airport, you'll have your choice of accommodations. In the metropolitan Baltimore area, there are several options, ranging from rural campgrounds to downtown luxury hotels. You can choose to stay in the most convenient, most scenic, or most affordable parts of town.

Inner Harbor

Many people think of the Inner Harbor as the most popular destination in Baltimore. For those who want to stay at a hotel in the middle of the action, there are several options. The Harbor Court Hotel is a luxury waterside hotel, reminiscent of an old English manor. It's just blocks from the business district and the city's vibrant Inner Harbor. The Renaissance Harborplace Hotel is also a good choice. Just steps from the Inner Harbor, it has a wonderful restaurant, a shopping mall, and rooms with views of the water. The Inner Harbor area is also home to the Hyatt Regency Baltimore, a fixture in downtown Baltimore for more than 14 years, the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor, the Omni Inner Harbor Hotel and the Holiday Inn - Inner Harbor.

North Baltimore

If you find the idea of a more reclusive setting appealing, you might prefer to stay at the Crosskeys Inn in North Baltimore. The inn, located in a park-like setting, offers easy access to the upscale Village of Cross Keys shopping center. It's far removed from the hustle and bustle of downtown, yet it's still convenient to all that Baltimore has to offer. A free shuttle takes guests to and from the Inner Harbor.

Mount Vernon

The Mt. Vernon neighborhood is also a very pleasant place to stay. Located just north of the downtown business district, it's a central location, within walking distance to the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University and the Walters Art Museum (The), and a short ride south to the Inner Harbor or north to the world renowned Johns Hopkins University (The). There are many excellent shops, restaurants and hotels in the area, and a wonderful assortment of 19-century architecture. It's also less expensive than staying at the Inner Harbor. The hotel of choice in this charming neighborhood is the recently renovated Clarion Hotel Mount Vernon Square.

Fells Point

If you'd prefer to stay in one of Baltimore's historic districts, Fells Point is a good option. The waterfront community is just east of the Inner Harbor, within easy walking distance of the city's major attractions. In this maritime neighborhood, you'll find the delightful Admiral Fell Inn, a collection of centuries-old buildings. The rooms aren't fancy, but they're comfortable. If you'd like something a little more luxurious, reserve a room at Celie's Waterfront Bed & Breakfast. Most rooms have views of the harbor or the inn's landscaped gardens, and each is decorated with antiques and collectibles.

Airport

Many business travelers in search of comfort and convenience often choose to stay at one of the many hotels by the Baltimore-Washington International Airport, 20 minutes west of the city in suburban Baltimore County. The Comfort Inn Airport hotel, a 10-time winner of Choice Hotels' “Gold Award,” offers comfortable rooms with free shuttle service to the airport, Light Rail and Amtrak. The Sheraton International Hotel is the only hotel on BWI grounds, making it extremely convenient for business meetings. It offers spacious rooms and monitors that provide up-to-date flight information. Other hotels close to the airport include the Holiday Inn, Microtel Inn & Suites - BWI, and the BWI Airport Marriott Hotel. For visitors who plan to stay in Baltimore for an extended period, Candlewood Suites - BWI is worth looking into. Every guest room is equipped with a kitchen; some have separate living and sleeping areas.

Outside the City

For visitors who wish to explore outlying areas, there are several hotels to choose from. Northwest of Baltimore, you'll find the Days Inn Westminster, located on Route 140, the main thoroughfare through Carroll County. It's convenient to nearby attractions, including the Carroll County Farm Museum. Many visitors to Howard County, about 20 minutes west of Baltimore, choose to stay at the Sheraton Columbia Hotel, a lakeside retreat on a 10-acre wooded estate, or the serene Hilton Columbia. Visitors to historic Annapolis can choose to stay in the heart of the state capital, at the Annapolis Marriott Waterfront, or at the Loews Annapolis Hotel, the bayside city's only four-star hotel.

Of course, if you prefer the great outdoors to luxury accommodations, a well-equipped campground is a wonderful option. Consider staying at the Maple Tree Campground. Located in rural Western Maryland, it features eight tree houses and four tree cabins, as well as several tent sites.

As you can see, Baltimore and its surrounding suburbs feature a great many fine hotels and other accommodations. So, browse through this Web site and decide where you'll be spending most of your time; there's sure to be a wonderful place to stay nearby.2008-08-02T07:29:22.000 357