Built by Samuel G. Wyman in 1880, the Biltmore Suites offers guests simply decorated rooms, some of which have canopy beds. Formerly known as Shirley House, the hotel is within walking distance of the theater district and a range of restaurants such as Donna's Cafe, the Bombay Grill and Akbar. Penn Station is just a few blocks away from the hotel, which is close to the Inner Harbor, PSINet football stadium and Oriole Park at Camden Yards. As of 2010, room rates begin around $100.
Originally built in 1907 as a YMCA, the Mount Vernon is a recently renovated hotel in the heart of downtown Baltimore right near the harbor. The hotel offers modern furnishings with spacious rooms and bi-level lofts for travelers staying for longer visits. Each room offers free, wireless Internet, bathrooms with granite vanities and angled shower rods. The hotel lobby houses a baby grand piano and Bay Atlantic Café that offers breakfast and lunch. The hotel has banquet and meeting rooms and offers zipcars for guests to rent. Rooms start at $119 per night.
The Days Inn hotel in downtown Baltimore is located in the Inner Harbor area and was the recipient in 2008 of the Property of the Year award from Days Inn Worldwide. The hotel is close to all major city attractions, such as the National Aquarium, Ravens Stadium, Camden Yards and the Baltimore Convention Center. The hotel features and outdoor pool, fitness center, business and meeting rooms, Java cafe in the lobby as well as a bar and grill. The hotel is near numerous restaurants like Kawasaki Japanese restaurant, McCormicks & Schmicks, Sullivan's, Fleming's and Mortons. For travelers who want a more casual bar and grill experience, the hotel is close to the Kona Grill.
