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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS BALTIMORE-DOWNTOWN, AN IHG HOTEL, Baltimore – Your ideal downtown stay
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Hotel Overview
221 North Gay Street,
Baltimore,
Maryland,
United States of America,
21202,
Maryland
Holiday Inn Express Baltimore-Downtown, An IHG Hotel - Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast near Inner Harbor
Located just minutes from the Baltimore Inner Harbor and Convention Center, this hotel offers quick access to major highways. Guests can visit the National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, or catch an Orioles game at Camden Yards. The property features a 24-hour fitness center with updated equipment, including treadmills, ellipticals, and bicycles. A full American hot breakfast buffet is served daily in the lobby. The hotel provides pet-friendly accommodations and offers a shuttle service to the cruise pier and Inner Harbor for a fee.
Additional perks of the hotel
- Free Express Start Breakfast buffet
- On-site fitness center with treadmills, ellipticals, and barbells
- Pet-friendly accommodations
- Shuttle service to cruise pier and Inner Harbor (fee)
- 40-inch flat-screen TVs with HBO
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Adjacent parking lot
Guest rooms
Recently renovated rooms include bamboo hardwood flooring in the foyer and new carpet in the living area. Each room features a 40-inch flat-screen TV with HBO, free Wi-Fi, bedside outlets, and air conditioning. Some rooms offer a whirlpool tub, seating area, or work desk. Accessible rooms with roll-in showers are available.
Other conveniences
- Microwave and refrigerator in rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Mini-bar in select rooms
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Direct dial telephone
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221 North Gay Street,
Baltimore,
Maryland,
United States of America,
21202,
Maryland
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221 North Gay Street,
Baltimore,
Maryland,
United States of America,
21202,
Maryland
City landmarks
Aquarium
National Aquarium
2900 ft
301 E Pratt St Pier 1
Historic Ships in Baltimore
3500 ft
501 E Pratt St Baltimore Inner Harbor
USS Torsk
3000 ft
333 W Camden St
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
1.1
mi
Pier 5
USCGC Taney
2700 ft
Museums
The Walters Art Museum
3500 ft
Museums
American Visionary Art Museum
1.3
mi
Mall
The Gallery
3000 ft
401 Light St
Inner Harbor
4200 ft
Lighthouse
Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse
3500 ft
Market
Lexington Market
4800 ft
401 E Pratt St World Trade Center Institute
Top of the World Observation Level
2900 ft
Cemetery
Edgar Allan Poe's Grave Site and Memorial
5100 ft
Museums
Maryland Science Center
5000 ft
Museums
Port Discovery Children's Museum
2300 ft
Museums
Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum
1.3
mi
Libraries
Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University
3000 ft
601 President St Inner Harbor East
Baltimore Civil War Museum
4400 ft
Museums
Star-Spangled Banner Flag House
2400 ft
312-318 West Lombard St. and South Paca St
Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower
4000 ft
Stadiums
M&T Bank Stadium
1.2
mi
Shopping Area
Power Plant
3000 ft
Baltimore
Little Italy
3700 ft
1534 Eastern Ave
Baltimore Tattoo Museum
1.0
mi
Parks
Federal Hill Park
1.2
mi
Baltimore
Charles Village
3200 ft
Monuments and Landmarks
Washington Monument
3700 ft
301 W Camden St
Sports Legends Museum at Camden Yards
1.4
mi
Nearby
Monuments and Landmarks
Holocaust Memorial
1700 ft
801 E Fayette St
Phoenix Shot Tower
1500 ft
Restaurants
Silver Moon II Restaurant
1800 ft
801 E Baltimore St
Pho Viet
2100 ft
104 Saint Paul St
Shake Shack
2700 ft
400 E Pratt St
Maiwand Kabob
900 ft
40 South St
McDonald's
2600 ft
200 E Pratt St Ste 4110
Nalley Fresh
2700 ft
120 E Baltimore St
Jack and Zach Food
2200 ft
333 N Charles St
Corner Bakery Cafe
2500 ft
500 E Pratt St Suite 110
David and Dad's Cafe
2300 ft
115 N Charles St Corner of Charles and Lexington streets
The Red Boat
2300 ft
334 N Charles St
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
82%
loved it & would return
friendly staff
well-stocked rooms
safety concerns
limited breakfast options
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
7.0
Location
6.0
Service
8.3
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 3 reviews
7.5
7.5/10 based on 444 reviews
Francis
United States of America,
January
2024
8.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a wonderful experience. The rooms, although with almost no lighting and unpleasant smell, had extremely clean bedding, good pillows, and spacious bathrooms, which was great for a one-night stay in the city.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had almost no lighting, nasty peeling wallpaper, windows facing the interior lobby, and a bad smell, but the bedding was extremely clean, pillows were good, and the bathrooms were large.
Service
9.0
The service at the hotel was fantastic! The staff, from housekeeping to the front desk and shuttle drivers, were very friendly and helpful.
Location
8.0
The location of the hotel was excellent, close to Baltimore and the harbor, but the neighborhood outside didn't feel very safe.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were great with plenty of choices near the harbor. The European breakfasts were good, and the free shuttle made things more convenient.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities offered room service, car hire, dry cleaning, laundry, free city shuttle, and newspaper service, enhancing the overall experience.
Harry
United States of America,
January
2024
6.2/10
My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. The rooms, while clean, could use some major updates, but they were still comfortable enough. The service was friendly, even though there were some minor issues. The location, though convenient, seemed a little sketchy. The dining experience had its ups and downs. Overall, an okay stay with room for improvement.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms, unfortunately, had almost no lighting, nasty peeling wallpaper, faced the interior of the hotel lobby, and smelled seriously bad. However, they were comfortable enough for the stay.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and helpful, but there were some minor issues, like the cleaning staff sweeping the carpets close by.
Location
5.0
The location, while accessible and convenient, seemed a little rough and sketchy, with the front of the hotel near the Baltimore County Juvenile Justice Center.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a mix of good and disappointing. There were a lot of choices near the harbor, but the overall quality was not consistent.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were basic and functional, nothing extraordinary to highlight.
Ann
United States of America,
October
2023
7.4/10
I stayed at the hotel and found it to be a mixed experience. The rooms were clean and well stocked with toiletries, coffee, and tea, which was a nice touch. The service I received from the staff, especially in guiding us to local attractions, was exceptionally helpful. However, the location had some safety concerns due to a high homeless population, which was a downside. The dining experience was good with a variety of options, but there were some inconsistencies in the breakfast offerings. Overall, it was a decent stay with its ups and downs.
Rooms
8.0
My room was always kept clean and had all the necessary amenities.
Service
9.0
The staff was very helpful in providing information about the local area and attractions.
Location
5.0
The surrounding area had some safety issues with a sizable homeless population, which was concerning.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, but the breakfast lacked variety on some days.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers convenient services like room service, car hire, and free shuttle, enhancing the stay.
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