Baltimore's Inner Harbor, a scenic downtown seaport, attracts visitors with its waterfront restaurants, quaint shops and nautical ambiance. Landmark hotels vie for the best views of the Inner Harbor's historic ships and offer easy access to the Maryland Science Center, the National Aquarium and Camden Yards, Baltimore's baseball stadium. Hotels with indoor pools provide fitness enthusiasts with a chance to get some exercise regardless of the outside temperature.
The Harbor Court Hotel's 195 luxury rooms come with two double beds or one king bed, high-speed Internet access and a flat-screen TV. The largest of its 22 suites includes two bedrooms and bathrooms, expansive harbor views and a spacious dining room. In addition to an indoor pool, the Harbor Court offers a fitness center, saunas, whirlpools, tennis courts, a library and spa services. Dining options include the contemporary Brightons restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or the safari-themed Explorers' Lounge for lunch and dinner.
Harbor Court Hotel
550 Light St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
800-824-0076
harborcourt.com
The Renaissance Baltimore's indoor pool, large enough for relaxing or swimming laps, is adjacent to the pool lounge and fitness center. The waterfront hotel has 586 nonsmoking rooms with one king or two queen beds, wireless Internet and flat-screen TVs; the 36 suites have separate living and dining areas and a mini-refrigerator. Guests can choose lunch or dinner at the Watertable restaurant, which features Chesapeake Bay cuisine. The Concierge Lounge serves continental breakfast and evening appetizers.
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
202 E. Pratt St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-547-1200
renaissanceharborplace.com
The Holiday Inn, a three-block walk from the Inner Harbor, is across the street from Camden Yards, Baltimore's major-league baseball stadium. Hotel amenities include a spacious indoor pool, a fitness room and a business center. Kids eat free at the hotel's Eden West Restaurant, and the hotel also has a cafe and lounge. Rooms come with a king-sized bed, high-speed Internet, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators and microwave; suites have an additional living area.
Holiday Inn Baltimore Inner Harbor
301 W. Lombard St.
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-685-3500
holiday-inn.com
