5 Star Hotel Missing Features
Traveled to Hotel Monaco Baltimore (Kimpton Baltimore) for business during 6/25 - 6/28. The location is close enough to walk to the Baltimore Convention Center, and the harbor. This is a historic building that was nicely renovated and well suited for the adult business traveler.
The rooms were large and well decorated, but my room appeared not to be very clean (especially the carpet). I found a brass tack in the carpet which lodged into my bare foot while staying there. The bed was only made once, and the bathroom restocked once. Other than that, the beds were comfortable, and the bathroom had a nice shower and vanity.
During the summer months I always look for a hotel with a pool, this one did not have that amenity. It would have been nice especially while it was 100+ degrees outside for several days in a row.
It also seemed that every night I was awakened to the sound of loud police and fire vehicles. This happened every night for 4 nights in a row, which can be annoying when you are trying to get rested for long work days at the convention center.
The complimentary wine happy hour was a nice touch that no other hotel I've ever stayed in had. It helped to unwind at the end of a long work day.
Local restaurants were all within walking proximity. B & O was nice for breakfast, but a bit too expensive. We ate at the Kona Grill, Foga de Chao, B & O, and Ruth Chris' Steakhouse. It was within walking distance to the LIVE Baltimore outdoor areas, too.