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Book it for the harbor location, not polished rooms.

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Axel’s rating: 7.4/10 · an older 3-star waterfront hotel on the Inner Harbor

Pier 5 is an older 3-star waterfront hotel whose biggest selling point is being steps from the National Aquarium and Pier Six Pavilion. It’s a good pick for a sightseeing or concert weekend if location matters more than contemporary interiors. Expedia and Booking.com guests repeatedly praise friendly staff, comfortable beds and clean rooms; some rooms add harbor views or balconies.

The trade-off is condition. Recent Tripadvisor reviews describe worn carpets, tired bathrooms and maintenance problems, while even satisfied Expedia guests mention dated furniture and small repairs. Cleanliness feedback is broadly positive, but upkeep is less consistent. Breakfast also divides opinion, despite the hotel advertising an updated buffet. Parking and breakfast generally cost extra. We’d skip it for a special occasion where immaculate rooms and consistently polished service are essential.

Rooms
Generally spacious and comfortable, with some harbor-view balconies, but recurring reports of wear.
Cleanliness
Mostly positive across booking sites; some Tripadvisor guests report mustiness and worn carpets.
Service
Friendly, helpful staff earn frequent praise, though check-in information and follow-through vary.
Amenities
Two restaurants, free Wi-Fi and advertised hospitality hours; breakfast buffet costs extra.
Fees and surprises
Self-parking, pets and usually breakfast incur charges; guests also report early-check-in fees.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

The location

711 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore

Excellent waterfront base near the aquarium, Pier Six and Harbor East restaurants.

Amenities and check-in

Two restaurants, free Wi-Fi and advertised hospitality hours; breakfast buffet costs extra.

Check-in

after 4:00 PM

Check-out

before 12:00 PM

  • No pool
  • Game room
  • Activities for kids
  • Breakfast (extra charge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Additional hotel policies
  • Charged by the hotel at the property: Tourism fee: USD 9.95 per accommodation, per night
  • Optional charges: Fee for buffet breakfast: USD 15.95 per person (approximately); Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 12.95 per day (rates may vary); Self parking fee: USD 22.00 per day; Valet parking fee: USD 38 per day (in/out privileges). Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
  • Hotel policies: Children aged 0–18: free; Deposit: $50 per room per stay; Pet deposit: $75 per guest per stay; Pets: $75 per guest per stay
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Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore: from $124 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $124 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore is an older 3-star waterfront hotel on the Inner Harbor in Baltimore, United States.

Address: 711 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore. Property ID: 1125598. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/baltimore/pier-5-hotel-baltimore-1125598

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/baltimore/pier-5-hotel-baltimore-1125598/2026-11-21/2-adults

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StayAxel totalExpedia or Booking.comDifferenceSeenLinks
Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$274$432 on Booking.com$158 less (37%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price
Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights$210$276 on Expedia$66 less (24%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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1 night

Total price: $124 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $213 USD

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3 nights

Total price: $302 USD

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4 nights

Total price: $396 USD

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5 nights

Total price: $493 USD

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6 nights

Total price: $589 USD

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7 nights

Total price: $693 USD

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8 nights

Total price: $797 USD

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9 nights

Total price: $899 USD

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10 nights

Total price: $1,003 USD

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Total price: $1,108 USD

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12 nights

Total price: $1,212 USD

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13 nights

Total price: $1,318 USD

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14 nights

Total price: $1,430 USD

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#7 of 9 hotels in Harbor East & Little Italy by Axel's take. Harbor East & Little Italy is #1 of 6 places to stay in Baltimore. The best hotels in Harbor East & Little Italy, ranked · Where to stay in Baltimore

Axel's take: 7.4/10

Book it for the harbor location, not polished rooms. an older 3-star waterfront hotel on the Inner Harbor, scored for what it is.

Pier 5 is an older 3-star waterfront hotel whose biggest selling point is being steps from the National Aquarium and Pier Six Pavilion. It’s a good pick for a sightseeing or concert weekend if location matters more than contemporary interiors. Expedia and Booking.com guests repeatedly praise friendly staff, comfortable beds and clean rooms; some rooms add harbor views or balconies.

The trade-off is condition. Recent Tripadvisor reviews describe worn carpets, tired bathrooms and maintenance problems, while even satisfied Expedia guests mention dated furniture and small repairs. Cleanliness feedback is broadly positive, but upkeep is less consistent. Breakfast also divides opinion, despite the hotel advertising an updated buffet. Parking and breakfast generally cost extra. We’d skip it for a special occasion where immaculate rooms and consistently polished service are essential.

  • Best for: Inner Harbor sightseeing; Pier Six concertgoers; travelers prioritizing walkability

  • Watch out for: dated furnishings and uneven maintenance; mixed breakfast feedback; parking and breakfast charges

  • Location: Excellent waterfront base near the aquarium, Pier Six and Harbor East restaurants.

  • Rooms: Generally spacious and comfortable, with some harbor-view balconies, but recurring reports of wear.

  • Cleanliness: Mostly positive across booking sites; some Tripadvisor guests report mustiness and worn carpets.

  • Service: Friendly, helpful staff earn frequent praise, though check-in information and follow-through vary.

  • Amenities: Two restaurants, free Wi-Fi and advertised hospitality hours; breakfast buffet costs extra.

  • Fees and surprises: Self-parking, pets and usually breakfast incur charges; guests also report early-check-in fees.

Axel's opinion of Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

About Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 3-star hotel
  • Curio - A Collection by Hilton
  • 711 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore
  • Guest rating: 3.7/5 on Google from 1,706 reviews (location 4.8/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Port Discovery Children's Museum: 9 min walk · Camden Station: 9 min by taxi · Baltimore - Penn Station: 11 min by taxi · Shot Tower Metro: 12 min walk · Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): 22 min by taxi · Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport: 63 min by taxi
  • Charged by the hotel at the property: Tourism fee: USD 9.95 per accommodation, per night
  • Optional charges: Fee for buffet breakfast: USD 15.95 per person (approximately); Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 12.95 per day (rates may vary); Self parking fee: USD 22.00 per day; Valet parking fee: USD 38 per day (in/out privileges). Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
  • Hotel policies: Children aged 0–18: free; Deposit: $50 per room per stay; Pet deposit: $75 per guest per stay; Pets: $75 per guest per stay
  • Amenities: No pool, Game room, Activities for kids, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center (free), Sauna, Self parking (extra charge), Valet parking, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Pet-friendly (extra charge), Dogs allowed, Full-service laundry, Accessible parking, Accessible elevator, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Business center, Meeting rooms
  • Check-in from: 16:00
  • Check-out by: 12:00
  • City page: Hotels in Baltimore
  • Chain: Hilton. Axel's Hilton rating: 6.0/10

Room types

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Source: ETG room descriptions.

Standard room

Standard room with bay view

Standard room with city view

Standard room with garden view

Standard room with harbour view

Standard room with water view

Standard room with view

Standard room with balcony

Standard room with balcony and with harbour view

Standard room with balcony and with view

Standard Single room

Standard Single room with harbour view

Standard Single room with water view

Standard Single room with balcony

1 Bedroom Standard Single room

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with harbour view

Standard Quadruple room with water view

Standard Quadruple room with view

Standard Quadruple room with balcony

Standard Sextuple room

Standard Triple Family room

Standard Single room with balcony (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with city view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with harbour view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed)

Standard Double room with balcony and with harbour view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with balcony and with view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Standard Double room with harbour view (full double bed)

Standard Double Club room (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with city view

Standard Quadruple room with courtyard view

Standard Quadruple room with harbour view

Standard Quadruple room with river view

Standard Quadruple room with view

Standard Quadruple room with balcony

Standard Quadruple room with balcony and with harbour view

Standard Quadruple room with balcony and with view

Standard Sextuple room

Comfort room

Business room

Business Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Superior room

Deluxe room

Deluxe room with water view

Deluxe room with balcony

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Single room with water view

Deluxe Quadruple room

Deluxe Quadruple room with harbour view

Deluxe Quadruple room with water view

Deluxe Quadruple room with balcony

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with city view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with courtyard view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with harbour view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with lake view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with ocean view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with pool view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with river view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with sea view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with balcony (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with balcony and with harbour view (full double bed)

Deluxe Quadruple room

Deluxe Quadruple room with balcony

Deluxe Quadruple room with balcony and with harbour view

Deluxe Sextuple room with balcony

Deluxe room with water view (sofa)

Premier room

Premier Quadruple room

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)

Presidential room

Presidential room with water view

Presidential Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

1 Bedroom Presidential Double room with harbour view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bedrooms: 1

Premium room

Premium room with harbour view

Premium room with balcony

Premium room with balcony and with harbour view

Premium Single room

Premium Single room with harbour view

Premium Single room with balcony and with harbour view

Premium Quadruple room

Premium Quadruple room with harbour view

Premium Quadruple room with balcony and with harbour view

Premium Double room (full double bed)

Premium Double room with harbour view (full double bed)

Premium Double room oceanfront (full double bed)

Premium Double room with balcony (full double bed)

Premium Double room with balcony and with harbour view (full double bed)

Premium Quadruple room

Premium Quadruple room with harbour view

Premium Quadruple room with balcony and with harbour view

Premium Sextuple room

Premium room with balcony and with harbour view (sofa)

Classic room

Classic Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Grand room

Grand Double room (full double bed)

Luxury room

Luxury Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Luxury Quadruple room

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)

Junior Suite

Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Suite

Suite with harbour view

Suite with water view

Suite with balcony

1 Bedroom Suite

1 Bedroom Suite with harbour view

1 Bedroom Suite with balcony

Single Suite

Single Suite with balcony

1 Bedroom Single Suite with balcony

Triple Suite

Quadruple Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Suite with harbour view (full double bed)

Double Suite with balcony (full double bed)

Double Suite with balcony and with harbour view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite with harbour view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite with balcony (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite with balcony and with harbour view (full double bed)

Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Suite with harbour view

Sextuple Suite

Suite with water view (sofa)

Standard Suite

Standard Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Superior Suite

Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite with water view

Deluxe Single Suite

Deluxe Quadruple Suite

Deluxe Suite (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa

Deluxe Suite with water view (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa

Executive Suite with harbour view

Presidential Suite with harbour view

Presidential Suite with water view

Presidential Suite with view

Presidential Single Suite

Presidential Single Suite with harbour view

Presidential Double Suite with harbour view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Presidential Double Suite with view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

1 Bedroom Presidential Double Suite (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Presidential Double Suite with harbour view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bedrooms: 1

Premium Suite with harbour view

1 Bedroom Premium Suite with balcony

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Room features: Balcony

Premium Single Suite

1 Bedroom Premium Single Suite with balcony

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Room features: Balcony

Premium Quadruple Suite

1 Bedroom Premium Double Suite with balcony (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Room features: Balcony

1 Bedroom Premium Double Suite with balcony and with harbour view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Room features: Balcony; With view

Premium Quadruple Suite

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)

Studio

Studio with harbour view

Single Studio

Quadruple Studio

Double Studio (full double bed)

Double Studio with balcony (full double bed)

Quadruple Studio

Standard Studio

Standard Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Premium Studio

Premium Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Premium Quadruple Studio

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)

Cottage

Single Cottage

Quadruple Cottage

Superior Cottage

Superior Single Cottage

Deluxe Cottage

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