The Ivy Hotel
Baltimore, United States · ★★★★★ · 10.0/10 Exceptional · guest rating
Boutique hotel in a historic Mount Vernon mansion with gardens, a spa, a restaurant, canopy-bed rooms and a shuttle to nearby attractions.
The Ivy Hotel occupies a historic mansion in Baltimore's Mount Vernon district. The photos show a brick courtyard, a high-ceilinged lobby with a red carpet, a billiards room and rooms with canopy beds. The listing describes it as a garden retreat with personalized service and tours of the grounds, in a serene, elegant setting. The atmosphere feels more like staying in a stately home than a large hotel.
The hotel has a full-service spa offering massage, a restaurant, Wi-Fi and parking, and it allows pets. Breakfast is mentioned as one of the house's strong points. There is also a shuttle service to nearby attractions; check terms, hours and coverage with the hotel before you travel, along with the details of each service. Services and hours can change, so it is worth asking.
Why stay here
- Boutique hotel in a historic Mount Vernon mansion
- Gardens, a courtyard and rooms with canopy beds
- Full-service spa and a restaurant at the hotel
- Washington Monument about a 9-minute walk away
- Tip: ask about the shuttle for getting to attractions
The setting
The building is a historic brick structure with large windows, a courtyard and a high-ceilinged entrance hall. The rooms are classic in style: canopy beds with curtains, a large bed with a desk, some with a sitting room and fireplace, and bathrooms with double vanities. The atmosphere is that of a stately home rather than a chain hotel, with intimate rooms and plenty of decorative detail.
What we like
- Historic mansion with character and decorative details
- Gardens, a courtyard and personalized service
- Full-service spa and a restaurant
- Parking and Wi-Fi, according to the listing
- Washington Monument and Peabody Institute about 9 minutes on foot
Worth knowing
- A small historic house, with fewer common areas than a large hotel
- Mount Vernon is an urban neighborhood: some attractions need a car or the shuttle
Don't miss
Explore the courtyard and gardens of the house and plan a walk to the Washington Monument and the Peabody Institute. By shuttle or car, the National Aquarium is a few minutes away and makes a good outing at the Inner Harbor.
Facilities
- Full-service spa
- Restaurant
- Breakfast
- Gardens and courtyard
- Billiards room
- Shuttle to nearby attractions
- Parking
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Rooms with fireplaces
- Canopy beds
- Pets allowed
Location
The hotel is at 205 East Biddle Street in Mount Vernon, Baltimore. On foot, the Johns Hopkins University Peabody Institute and the Washington Monument are about 9 minutes away. By car, the National Aquarium is roughly 2 minutes and the Baltimore Convention Center about 3. Traffic varies with the time of day and city events.
Address: 205 East Biddle Street, Baltimore, MD, 21202
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Frequently asked questions
Where is it located?
In Mount Vernon, a historic district of Baltimore. The Washington Monument and the Peabody Institute are about 9 minutes away on foot, according to the listing.
Is there a shuttle service?
The listing mentions a shuttle service to nearby attractions. Check the route, hours and terms with the hotel. It is best to ask before you plan your days around it.
Are there a spa and a restaurant?
Yes, the hotel has a full-service spa, with massage, and a restaurant. Book ahead and confirm hours with the hotel.
Can I bring a pet?
The listing marks it as pet-friendly. Conditions, size limits and fees are set by the hotel, so ask before you book.
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