Marriott Bonvoy hotels in Baltimore inner harbor area
Oct 10, 2017, 5:30 pm
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Oct 11, 2017, 8:41 am
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Stayed at the Renaissance last week.......
Overall, the staff were all fantastic. However, we were on a very expensive rate ($380!—some hotels in town were sold our the night of our stay, so something must have been going on in town to drive up rates). Hard product just does not live up to that room rate, so no plans to return (even at a cheaper rate, hard products don't live up to what we were expecting).
Overall, the staff were all fantastic. However, we were on a very expensive rate ($380!—some hotels in town were sold our the night of our stay, so something must have been going on in town to drive up rates). Hard product just does not live up to that room rate, so no plans to return (even at a cheaper rate, hard products don't live up to what we were expecting).
Nov 22, 2017, 4:22 pm
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Just spent Saturday night here. It is unfortunately the only Cat 5 property left downtown. The good news is i was able to use my fall Megabonus Cert.
Hotel is on the eastern end of the harbor area. We wanted to do Port Discovery and Aquarium, location was good for both. Little Italy is an easy walk from here too.
Probably the nicest FFI I have stayed in. Lobby was actually very nicely appointed, and there is a bar off the lobby. Breakfast was the typical FFI spread but seating area is nice and there is a courtyard area with tables where you can eat outside.
Room was small, clean, comfortable. Typical FFI utilitarian feel.
Staff was friendly. Opted to park myself in the Harbor Park garage, 1 block away. $20 per night vs $35 at hotel.
Overall, good value on points or cert versus other options. Room rates this weekend were around $300 and at that price point I would want to be in the Marriott Waterfront or the Ren.
Hotel is on the eastern end of the harbor area. We wanted to do Port Discovery and Aquarium, location was good for both. Little Italy is an easy walk from here too.
Probably the nicest FFI I have stayed in. Lobby was actually very nicely appointed, and there is a bar off the lobby. Breakfast was the typical FFI spread but seating area is nice and there is a courtyard area with tables where you can eat outside.
Room was small, clean, comfortable. Typical FFI utilitarian feel.
Staff was friendly. Opted to park myself in the Harbor Park garage, 1 block away. $20 per night vs $35 at hotel.
Overall, good value on points or cert versus other options. Room rates this weekend were around $300 and at that price point I would want to be in the Marriott Waterfront or the Ren.
Jul 28, 2018, 1:44 pm
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Jul 30, 2018, 5:42 pm
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Oct 16, 2018, 5:12 am
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I don't know if this thread includes the former SPG properties going forward but my question sure does
Just found out I have to go to Woodlawn [~6 miles west near Ellicott City from downtown] next week, no properties out that way so I thought I'd stay in the city. I can get a decent rate a most properties.
I'm looking for the following:
I would like a property with a lounge
Need to park an SUV so a place with outdoor parking is preferred - parking cost is not an issue
all things being equal [and I know that they usually aren't] I'd look for the one that might be the easiest to get out of the city [eastbound] in the morning
So of all the old Marriott and new SPG properties on the list, which might be the nicest for a four night stay?
Just found out I have to go to Woodlawn [~6 miles west near Ellicott City from downtown] next week, no properties out that way so I thought I'd stay in the city. I can get a decent rate a most properties.
I'm looking for the following:
I would like a property with a lounge
Need to park an SUV so a place with outdoor parking is preferred - parking cost is not an issue
all things being equal [and I know that they usually aren't] I'd look for the one that might be the easiest to get out of the city [eastbound] in the morning
So of all the old Marriott and new SPG properties on the list, which might be the nicest for a four night stay?
Oct 16, 2018, 8:21 am
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Hey! You're from my old neck of the woods (I'm originally from Loudoun County, moved back after law school and lived there until relocating to NW Ohio last year) but I digress.
Stayed at every full-service property but the Marriott Camden Yards and Delta (neither of which are waterfront). None have outdoor parking, but all should handle an SUV.
My favorite is the Marriott Waterfront. Newest hotel of the bunch and it shows. Great restaurant, easy walk to Harbor East and Little Italy restaurants. Concierge lounge on 31st floor has great views, and really good food offerings when I was there. Breakfast was ok with a couple hot dishes, appetizers weren't worth it. Sodas/Water available 24 hours. Hotel is good about upgrading.
Renaissance was just ok. Hotel is on top of a mall/office building directly across from Harborplace Complex. Rooms and facilities were very tired when I was there (granted over a year ago). Not sure about lounge as it was before merger and I had no Marriott status then.
Sheraton Baltimore Waterfront isn't actually Waterfront, the Hyatt is between the Sheraton and the water and only top couple floors on one side of the Sheraton have a view. Hotel is beyond tired. Staff is great and keeps it clean but it's not a place to spend 4 days in (to me). On a side street, furthest hotel from restaurants. Only advantage is its close to Camden Yards. Lounge was sad last time I was there (couple months). Continental breakfast, appetizers in the evening were questionable at best. Hotel is very good about upgrading, but not many suites so best shot is probably a club room, harbor view.
Hope this helps.
Stayed at every full-service property but the Marriott Camden Yards and Delta (neither of which are waterfront). None have outdoor parking, but all should handle an SUV.
My favorite is the Marriott Waterfront. Newest hotel of the bunch and it shows. Great restaurant, easy walk to Harbor East and Little Italy restaurants. Concierge lounge on 31st floor has great views, and really good food offerings when I was there. Breakfast was ok with a couple hot dishes, appetizers weren't worth it. Sodas/Water available 24 hours. Hotel is good about upgrading.
Renaissance was just ok. Hotel is on top of a mall/office building directly across from Harborplace Complex. Rooms and facilities were very tired when I was there (granted over a year ago). Not sure about lounge as it was before merger and I had no Marriott status then.
Sheraton Baltimore Waterfront isn't actually Waterfront, the Hyatt is between the Sheraton and the water and only top couple floors on one side of the Sheraton have a view. Hotel is beyond tired. Staff is great and keeps it clean but it's not a place to spend 4 days in (to me). On a side street, furthest hotel from restaurants. Only advantage is its close to Camden Yards. Lounge was sad last time I was there (couple months). Continental breakfast, appetizers in the evening were questionable at best. Hotel is very good about upgrading, but not many suites so best shot is probably a club room, harbor view.
Hope this helps.
Oct 16, 2018, 11:14 am
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I don't know if this thread includes the former SPG properties going forward but my question sure does
Just found out I have to go to Woodlawn [~6 miles west near Ellicott City from downtown] next week, no properties out that way so I thought I'd stay in the city. I can get a decent rate a most properties.
I'm looking for the following:
I would like a property with a lounge
Need to park an SUV so a place with outdoor parking is preferred - parking cost is not an issue
all things being equal [and I know that they usually aren't] I'd look for the one that might be the easiest to get out of the city [eastbound] in the morning
So of all the old Marriott and new SPG properties on the list, which might be the nicest for a four night stay?
Just found out I have to go to Woodlawn [~6 miles west near Ellicott City from downtown] next week, no properties out that way so I thought I'd stay in the city. I can get a decent rate a most properties.
I'm looking for the following:
I would like a property with a lounge
Need to park an SUV so a place with outdoor parking is preferred - parking cost is not an issue
all things being equal [and I know that they usually aren't] I'd look for the one that might be the easiest to get out of the city [eastbound] in the morning
So of all the old Marriott and new SPG properties on the list, which might be the nicest for a four night stay?
There's also street parking but that can get to be a pain in Baltimore.
David
Oct 16, 2018, 3:42 pm
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Hey! You're from my old neck of the woods (I'm originally from Loudoun County, moved back after law school and lived there until relocating to NW Ohio last year) but I digress.
Stayed at every full-service property but the Marriott Camden Yards and Delta (neither of which are waterfront). None have outdoor parking, but all should handle an SUV.
My favorite is the Marriott Waterfront. Newest hotel of the bunch and it shows. Great restaurant, easy walk to Harbor East and Little Italy restaurants. Concierge lounge on 31st floor has great views, and really good food offerings when I was there. Breakfast was ok with a couple hot dishes, appetizers weren't worth it. Sodas/Water available 24 hours. Hotel is good about upgrading.
Renaissance was just ok. Hotel is on top of a mall/office building directly across from Harborplace Complex. Rooms and facilities were very tired when I was there (granted over a year ago). Not sure about lounge as it was before merger and I had no Marriott status then.
Sheraton Baltimore Waterfront isn't actually Waterfront, the Hyatt is between the Sheraton and the water and only top couple floors on one side of the Sheraton have a view. Hotel is beyond tired. Staff is great and keeps it clean but it's not a place to spend 4 days in (to me). On a side street, furthest hotel from restaurants. Only advantage is its close to Camden Yards. Lounge was sad last time I was there (couple months). Continental breakfast, appetizers in the evening were questionable at best. Hotel is very good about upgrading, but not many suites so best shot is probably a club room, harbor view.
Hope this helps.
Stayed at every full-service property but the Marriott Camden Yards and Delta (neither of which are waterfront). None have outdoor parking, but all should handle an SUV.
My favorite is the Marriott Waterfront. Newest hotel of the bunch and it shows. Great restaurant, easy walk to Harbor East and Little Italy restaurants. Concierge lounge on 31st floor has great views, and really good food offerings when I was there. Breakfast was ok with a couple hot dishes, appetizers weren't worth it. Sodas/Water available 24 hours. Hotel is good about upgrading.
Renaissance was just ok. Hotel is on top of a mall/office building directly across from Harborplace Complex. Rooms and facilities were very tired when I was there (granted over a year ago). Not sure about lounge as it was before merger and I had no Marriott status then.
Sheraton Baltimore Waterfront isn't actually Waterfront, the Hyatt is between the Sheraton and the water and only top couple floors on one side of the Sheraton have a view. Hotel is beyond tired. Staff is great and keeps it clean but it's not a place to spend 4 days in (to me). On a side street, furthest hotel from restaurants. Only advantage is its close to Camden Yards. Lounge was sad last time I was there (couple months). Continental breakfast, appetizers in the evening were questionable at best. Hotel is very good about upgrading, but not many suites so best shot is probably a club room, harbor view.
Hope this helps.
thanks, I think I will call the property and ask about outdoor lots. The downside about a larger SUV is trying to park in these city hotel garages. What a royal PITA - ha
Feb 4, 2019, 11:41 am
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Any recent experience at Baltimore full-service properties? Looking at the Marriott, Delta, Sheraton and Renaissance properties.
Feb 18, 2019, 6:23 pm
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Part of this response is driven by not knowing what specific items you've interested in but I'll post my comments and see where this leads us...Also, have pics that I can post when I get back to my computer.
Concierge Lounge: My favorite is the Marriott Waterfront - best views and largest. You've already tried what the Delta offers as a pantry and was none too pleased.
Location: Personally I prefer the Renaissance Harborfront but there's places to walk to at any of the properties. Probably more hipster places near the Marriott Waterfront.
Suites and Upgrades: Only have been upgraded at the Renaissance as a historical Marriott Platinum Premier so not sure how the properties respond to an Ambassador.
David
Feb 19, 2019, 6:24 am
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Haven't stayed at the Sheraton Inner Harbor but have been to the two Marriott's, the Renaissance and the Delta.
Part of this response is driven by not knowing what specific items you've interested in but I'll post my comments and see where this leads us...Also, have pics that I can post when I get back to my computer.
Concierge Lounge: My favorite is the Marriott Waterfront - best views and largest. You've already tried what the Delta offers as a pantry and was none too pleased.
Location: Personally I prefer the Renaissance Harborfront but there's places to walk to at any of the properties. Probably more hipster places near the Marriott Waterfront.
Suites and Upgrades: Only have been upgraded at the Renaissance as a historical Marriott Platinum Premier so not sure how the properties respond to an Ambassador.
David
Part of this response is driven by not knowing what specific items you've interested in but I'll post my comments and see where this leads us...Also, have pics that I can post when I get back to my computer.
Concierge Lounge: My favorite is the Marriott Waterfront - best views and largest. You've already tried what the Delta offers as a pantry and was none too pleased.
Location: Personally I prefer the Renaissance Harborfront but there's places to walk to at any of the properties. Probably more hipster places near the Marriott Waterfront.
Suites and Upgrades: Only have been upgraded at the Renaissance as a historical Marriott Platinum Premier so not sure how the properties respond to an Ambassador.
David
Feb 19, 2019, 9:04 am
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Feb 21, 2019, 7:22 pm
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