The Inn at the Colonnade is situated across the street from Johns Hopkins University and a couple of miles from downtown Baltimore, the convention center, the business district, and the famed Inner Harbor. The lobby welcomes guests in a contemporary setting with beige marble flooring, rust-colored modern chairs, a baby grand piano, and wonderful window views of the courtyard. Spacious guest rooms feature Biedermeier-inspired furnishings, creating a European elegance. The inn's restaurant, The Spice Company, offers contemporary American cuisine in a casual yet elegant setting.

Doubletree Inn at the Colonnade Amenities:

• 125 rooms, 3 story. Check-in 3 pm, check-out noon. Restaurant, bar. Fitness room. Indoor pool, whirlpool. Airport transportation available. Credit cards accepted.