Baltimore Marriott Waterfront

“Great experience at the Waterfront; convenient location is a plus and staff are friendly”

We recently spent two nights at the end of February 2026 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront with our 6-year-old daughter and came away very impressed with the property. It proved to be an excellent base for a short family getaway. The Positives: 1) Room Setup: We appreciated having two queen be… more

We recently spent two nights at the end of February 2026 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront with our 6-year-old daughter and came away very impressed with the property. It proved to be an excellent base for a short family getaway. The Positives: 1) Room Setup: We appreciated having two queen beds, which worked perfectly for a family of three. Both beds were comfortable, and the room layout felt functional rather than cramped. 2) Location: The hotel's proximity to major attractions was ideal. On our first full day, we walked about 10 minutes along the waterfront to the National Aquarium, which made for an easy and pleasant outing. The next day, we made a similarly short walk to the Port Discovery Children's Museum (formerly known as the Children’s Discovery Center). In both instances, being able to walk back and forth without relying on transportation made the trip significantly smoother with a young child. 3) Staff and Service: The staff were consistently helpful. The concierge lounge attendants were friendly, and the front desk team handled check-in and check-out efficiently. On our departure day, we were able to store our luggage seamlessly after checking out, which allowed us to enjoy a few more hours in the area without feeling encumbered. 4) Elevators: This may seem like a small operational detail, but it mattered. We were on the 21st floor, and the concierge lounge is on the 31st. Because there is no direct elevator connection between those floors, we frequently had to ride down to the lobby and transfer elevators. Despite this added movement, the elevators were consistently quick and efficient. We never found ourselves waiting long, even during busier periods—a notable plus in a large waterfront hotel. 5) Concierge Lounge: The lounge was a real asset, particularly on our first evening. After traveling, it was convenient to piece together a full dinner from the generous spread available there. The following morning was more uneven—they ran out of food earlier than expected due to heavier foot traffic—but this appeared to be more of a planning miscalculation than neglect. Overall, having access to the lounge added meaningful value to our stay. (Lounge access is limited to Marriott Bonvoy members with elite status, which fortunately my wife has because of her frequent travels.) 6) Breakfast Buffet: We opted for the breakfast buffet on our final morning. At $32 per person, it is undeniably expensive. That said, the quality and variety justified the price. The offerings were extensive: oatmeal, grits, pork and chicken sausage, bacon, home fries, scrambled eggs, pancakes, made-to-order omelets and waffles, juices, coffee, and more. It was a comprehensive, well-executed American breakfast spread. Overall: For a short family trip to Baltimore, the Marriott Waterfront struck the right balance between comfort, convenience, and service. The location alone makes it highly attractive for families planning to explore the Inner Harbor area, and the operational execution—from elevators to luggage storage—was smooth. We would gladly consider staying here again on a future visit.

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“Customer service matters”

I like this hotel very much and went there for the 4th time last weekend. We were looking forward to it as this time our son was joining us. Once again we booked a corner room to enjoy the view. As a Marriott Elite member for many years, I was hoping to get a high floor room. Unfortunately when we … more

I like this hotel very much and went there for the 4th time last weekend. We were looking forward to it as this time our son was joining us. Once again we booked a corner room to enjoy the view. As a Marriott Elite member for many years, I was hoping to get a high floor room. Unfortunately when we arrived we were given a smaller lower room. Seems that some mix up happened. As we had the proof of booking, we finally got our corner room but at a low level and therefore without the same view as we had before (27th floor) During our interaction with the front desk, I did not feel that you were apologetic about the situation. On the contrary. That said, we enjoyed a very good breakfast at the restaurant on the day of the departure, so thank you for that.

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