The Kimpton Schofield sits on one of downtown Cleveland's busiest corners, at 2000 East Ninth Street where it meets Euclid Avenue, in a landmark early-twentieth-century office building that has been converted into a boutique hotel. The restoration brought the brick facade back to its look of around 1902, and inside the style is warm and modern, with the playful design touches the Kimpton brand is known for. The hotel's restaurant, Betts, is a popular downtown spot in its own right, good for breakfast before sightseeing or dinner before a game or show. Rooms come in a range of sizes, and the hotel offers a Peloton bike with streamed classes for guests who want to keep up their routine. Like other Kimpton hotels it welcomes pets, and its staff are a reliable source of local tips. The location is the selling point: the hotel's own list of nearby sights includes the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the arena and the convention center.
Location and getting around: from East Ninth and Euclid you can walk to most of downtown. Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and the Guardians' ballpark are a few blocks south, East 4th Street's restaurants and Playhouse Square's theatres are a short walk away, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the lakefront are straight down East Ninth Street to the north. The HealthLine bus along Euclid Avenue runs east to University Circle for the Cleveland Museum of Art and the History Center, so a car is optional.
Rooms and who it suits: the Schofield suits couples and friends who want character rather than a big chain hotel, sports fans heading to a Cavaliers or Guardians game, and travellers who like to walk to dinner. Business travellers like it for the Huntington Convention Center and the downtown offices nearby. Rooms facing the street get more city noise on game nights, so ask for a higher floor or a courtyard-side room if you are a light sleeper.
Good to know: book Betts ahead on event nights, when downtown fills up. Parking downtown is paid and the hotel's own page does not detail it, so ask about valet when you reserve, or arrive by rapid transit and walk. Pets are welcome under the Kimpton policy, which is worth confirming for your dates. Rates are mid-to-upper range for Cleveland and rise sharply on big game and concert weekends.
Why stay here
- ✓Restored landmark building
- ✓Betts restaurant on site
- ✓Peloton bike with streamed classes
- ✓Pet friendly under the Kimpton policy
- ✓Walk to the arena and ballpark
- ✓Walk to Playhouse Square
- ✓HealthLine to University Circle outside
- ✓Boutique design rooms
Good questions
Where is the Kimpton Schofield Hotel?+
It is at 2000 East Ninth Street, at the corner of Euclid Avenue in downtown Cleveland. The arena, the ballpark and Playhouse Square are all within walking distance.
Does the Kimpton Schofield have a restaurant?+
Yes, Betts is the hotel's restaurant, popular with locals as well as guests. Book ahead on game and concert nights.
Can I walk to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame from the Schofield?+
Yes, the hotel lists the Rock Hall among its nearby sights, straight down East Ninth Street toward the lake. Allow about fifteen to twenty minutes on foot.
