Boutique Hotels in Baltimore to Book for Your Next Trip
Looking for a one-of-a-kind stay for your Charm City getaway? Try one of these intimate boutique hotels, thoughtfully curated to bring you the best of Baltimore's hospitality, art and food scenes.
A one-of-a-kind city demands one-of-a-kind accommodations, so it follows that Charm City is full of boutique hotels that offer serene, locally-inspired stays. Whether you value design, comfort or stellar on-site food options, these Baltimore hotels are ready to welcome you.
Canopy Harbor Point
Canopy makes it easy to explore Charm City, thanks to the custom bike rack perched right outside the building.
Positioned between two of Baltimore’s most popular waterfront neighborhoods—Harbor East and Fell’s Point—Canopy offers sweeping panoramas of the Inner Harbor (including the famous Domino Sugar sign) via the wide floor-to-ceiling windows that are a staple throughout the hotel. You’ll find the best views at Canopy’s on-site restaurant La Jetee, a product of the James Beard Award-winning chef Spike Gjerde. Enjoy farm-fresh French-inspired dishes and playful cocktails from the cozy dining room or expansive patio.
Four Seasons
This world-renowned hotel’s Harbor East location is an urban retreat rife with luxury amenities like a five-star spa, rooftop infinity pool and a Harley Pasternak-designed fitness facility complete with personal trainers—you can even request an in-room Peloton. For the ultimate comfort experience, book the Four Seasons’ Serene Suite, which features a king bed, stone-clad fireplace, furnished balcony, fully equipped chef’s kitchen and cushy down pillows and duvets.
Enjoy scenic waterfront views from your balcony at the Four Seasons Baltimore.
guesthouse by good neighbor
Airy, minimalistic spaces allow you to recharge and find calm at guesthouse.
Thoughtfully designed to feel like a true home away from home, guesthouse consists of seven shoppable, design-forward spaces that prominently feature creations and artworks by local makers. Don’t let the minimalist aesthetics fool you, though: The bright and airy rooms are adorned with little luxuries to ensure maximum comfort during your stay, from Oeko-tex certified cotton towels and linens designed in-house to the Maryland oak bed frames. Each room has its own distinct style, so you can choose the room that best fits your getaway vibe.
Hotel Indigo
Poets Modern Cocktails & Eats boasts a warm and playful aesthetic to match the lively atmosphere of the surrounding Mount Vernon neighborhood.
As the site of the city’s first YMCA, Hotel Indigo has already helped shape Baltimore’s history, and it’s committed to upholding that legacy. Floating bookshelves and custom wallpaper nod to Baltimore’s reputation as a literary haven and former home of legendary writers like Edgar Allan Poe and Gertrude Stein. Plush amenities like large walk-in showers, Zenology bath products and a state-of-the-art fitness center make for a modern escape. Past and present also merge in the on-site eatery, Poets Modern Cocktails & Eats, which boasts a warm and playful aesthetic to match the lively atmosphere of the surrounding Mount Vernon neighborhood.
Hotel Revival
Those looking to immerse themselves in Baltimore’s one-of-a-kind creative culture will find inspiration at Hotel Revival, the city’s only boutique art hotel. Each room has its own distinct flair, thanks to unexpected art pieces curated by the local Paradigm Gallery + Studio, as well as breathtaking views of local landmarks like Mount Vernon Square Park and the Washington Monument. Revival amenities are designed to provide guests with an equally comfortable and creatively-enriching experience. Whether you want to dance in one of the hotel’s three karaoke rooms, sweat it out in the 24-hour fitness center, toast to your weekend away at the seafood-focused Topside restaurant or B-Side cocktail lounge, it’s easy to relax and recharge at Revival. Be sure to check out Dashery for breakfast or lunch on the go with local coffee and tea brands available.
With its stunning views of the city, curated rooms and locally-sourced beverages, Hotel Revival embodies the best of Baltimore. Photograph by Jason Varney.
The Ivy Hotel
The Ivy is the first and only Relais & Chateaux property in Maryland. Staying here feels like staying at the home of a generous friend or a European chateau.
Located in the charming Mount Vernon neighborhood, The Ivy is a historic mansion inn with 18 ornately decorated suites. In terms of aesthetic, no two rooms are the same, but each one is full of luxurious amenities such as dreamy 400-count sheets, fireplaces and heated bathroom floors. Your reservation grants you an abundance of complimentary services, including daily chef-made breakfasts, afternoon tea, nightly turndown services, a private car service and more. You’ll also have access to the on-site spa, library, billiards table, baby grand piano and self-serve bar.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco
Escape the business of city life in the ornate Kimpton Hotel Monaco.
In the ornate 1906 Beaux-Arts building that once served as the B&O Railroad headquarters now sits the beautiful Kimpton Hotel Monaco, a tranquil respite from Baltimore’s busy downtown. The award-winning hotel boasts an array of amenities designed to help you de-stress and escape everyday life, including in-room yoga mats, free PUBLIC bikes, a 24-hour fitness center, complimentary coffee and tea services and a nightly wine hour.
Pendry Baltimore
Relax in the courtyard of the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore.
If you feel instantly more relaxed around water, we suggest a stay at the Pendry Baltimore in Fell’s Point. This storied 1914 property on Baltimore’s historic Recreation Pier—which once welcomed thousands of immigrants to the United States—has been transformed into a grand romantic hotel that honors a bygone era while meeting its guests’ modern needs. Along with sweeping views of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, this Michelin Key hotel boasts an artfully designed courtyard, 24-hour fitness center, a stunning waterfront pool, a whiskey bar and an Italian chophouse helmed by acclaimed Chef Andrew Carmellini.
ROOST Baltimore
You’ll feel right at home at ROOST, an apartment hotel concept offering thoughtfully designed one-, two- or three-bedroom units with a full kitchen and boutique hotel perks. Located in the newly developed Baltimore Peninsula and within walking distance of Sagamore Spirit Distillery and Rye Street Tavern, ROOST offers an open-air pool lined with cabanas and an outdoor fireplace centered around a full-service bar and lounge.
Enjoy ROOST’s spacious pool deck in the summer months!
Hotel Ulysses
Treat yourself to a luxurious bath in the Tomorrow Suite at Hotel Ulysses.
Located in the historic Latrobe building in Mount Vernon, Ulysses promises “strong drinks and soft beds” from the ASH NYC group. Original building features, including a preserved stained-glass skylight, crown molding and a brass postal box, are paired with quintessential Baltimore design elements—most notably a plethora of pink flamingos that pay homage to the 1972 John Waters film. For a nightcap, head to Bloom’s, the hotel’s self-described “late-night drinking parlor.” Cocktail bar The Coral Wig offers a dark literary vibe inspired by 1980s Manila.
The William Fell
Step back in time with a stay at The William Fell (formerly the Admiral Fell Inn), housed in a historic 18th-century building and named for the English shipbuilder who settled in the neighborhood now known as Fell’s Point. Recently renovated and welcomed into the Hilton family, The William Fell consists of seven adjoining structures that contain 80 charming rooms. Expect nautical decor as a nod to the neighborhood’s roots and waterfront views, plus art from local makers.
The newly renovated lobby at The William Fell Baltimore, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, exudes a fresh, modern charm while honoring the hotel’s rich history.
The Study
The Study draws inspiration from its college town setting.
Conveniently located on Johns Hopkins University’s Homewood campus in Charles Village, The Study blends academic charm with modern comfort. The boutique hotel transforms the historic Blackstone Apartments into a warm, design-forward retreat with literary touches, expansive workspaces and cozy lounge areas lined with books. Guests can enjoy locally inspired dining at the on-site restaurant Dear Charles, plus easy access to the Baltimore Museum of Art, Wyman Park and the bustling shopping districts of Remington and Hampden.
