The Lord Baltimore Hotel is a grand downtown landmark, built in the late 1920s, that gives visitors a taste of old Baltimore at a mid-range price. It stands at 20 West Baltimore Street in the downtown entertainment district, about a two-minute walk from Charles Center Metro, and it is a member of Historic Hotels of America. Its 439 rooms include deluxe rooms with one king or one queen bed, double queen rooms, grand rooms and one-bedroom suites, with sizes from about 215 square feet up to 365 square feet for the superior suite. Rooms have air conditioning, pillowtop mattresses, free wired internet, in-room safes, 40-inch TVs, refrigerators and coffee makers. Downstairs you will find LB Tavern, a lobby bar with a fireplace, a coffee shop, a rooftop bar, a 24-hour gym and ballroom space. Cooked-to-order breakfast and valet parking carry surcharges. The hotel is pet-friendly, with up to two cats or dogs of up to 80 pounds each.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the middle of downtown, a pleasant walk to the Inner Harbor and the aquarium, and well placed for the Mount Vernon squares to the north. Charles Center Metro is about two minutes away, so reaching the airport line or other neighborhoods is easy without a car. Parking is by valet for a fee.
Rooms and policies
Older buildings mean rooms vary in size, so check the room type before booking if space matters, and ask for a higher floor for a quieter stay. Free cribs and infant beds are available, and rollaway beds can be added for a surcharge. The hotel is smoke-free and has a 24-hour front desk, a ballroom and meeting rooms.
Who it suits
History lovers, pet owners, couples who want a classic hotel and travelers who like a rooftop drink with a city view. It is a better fit for those who value character over modern polish, and it is a good-value alternative to the Inner Harbor towers. If you prefer a sleek, new feel, look at Hotel Revival or the Four Seasons instead.
Why stay here
- ✓LB Tavern restaurant
- ✓Lobby bar with fireplace
- ✓Rooftop bar
- ✓Coffee shop
- ✓24-hour fitness center
- ✓Free in-room Wi-Fi
- ✓Pet friendly (up to two pets)
- ✓Historic Hotels of America member
Good questions
Where is the Lord Baltimore Hotel?+
It is at 20 West Baltimore Street in downtown Baltimore, about two minutes from Charles Center Metro.
Does the Lord Baltimore Hotel have a rooftop bar?+
Yes, it has a rooftop bar and a lobby bar, as well as LB Tavern and a coffee shop.
Does the Lord Baltimore allow pets?+
Yes, up to two cats or dogs of up to 80 pounds each are allowed.
