Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel Named 2012 Orbitz 'Best of Stay' Destination Winner

BALTIMORE, MD--(Marketwire - Nov 16, 2012) - Reveling in the nautical charm and rich history of Baltimore's Inner Harbor, the distinctive Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel has been named winner of a 2012 Orbitz "Best in Stay" Award.

Boldly overlooking the famous Inner Harbor, Marriott's pristine hotel in downtown Baltimore, Maryland with its iconic location, elegant accommodations and renowned service, received the award for being the top-rated hotel in the Baltimore market, as determined by reviews submitted by Orbitz customers and hotel experts. This remarkable Baltimore hotel was one of 75 properties from around the world selected for the honor.

Selection of the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel as an Orbitz "Best in Stay" Award destination winner was based on an overall numeric score of nearly 200,000 hotel reviews submitted by Orbitz customers who have booked and stayed at hotels since 2011. These guests are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5, including amenities, maintenance, hotel staff, room comfort, location and value. Those ratings are then supplemented by input from nearly 150 Orbitz hotel experts who factor in other market conditions such as the number of reviews, frequency of booking and reputation of hotel staff. In addition to the 75 destination winners, Orbitz also recognizes hotels within the categories of: Value, Luxury, Couples, Eco, LGBT, Ski and All-Inclusive.

Committed to providing travelers with an exciting and opulent travel experience, this Baltimore Aquarium hotel not only provides guests with a prestigious waterfront destination, but places them in the heart of many popular Inner Harbor attractions, fine restaurants, and unique shopping destinations. In addition to more than 600 meticulous guest rooms and spacious hotel suites, including PURE allergy-free rooms and Club level lodging, the Renaissance offers on-site dining at the Watertable Restaurant, where inspired and contemporary American cuisine and spectacular harbor views are served up daily. 

Attentive service adds to the hotel's appeal and overall ranking as an exceptional hotel experience. As a premier choice among hotels near Baltimore Aquarium, Camden Yards and the Baltimore Convention Center, the Renaissance draws guests from around the world and embraces them with its unique character and sophisticated hotel amenities.

About the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

The Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel pampers Baltimore business and leisure travelers with magnificent harbor views, contemporary décor and luxurious amenities to create an outstanding Baltimore experience. Featuring 31,000 square feet of flexible event space with teleconferencing and videoconferencing capabilities, event planners enjoy the ultimate in high-tech services along with grand Baltimore hotel deals and the services of Marriott certified event managers and a professional catering staff who work diligently to ensure every event detail is perfectly executed. Additional on-site amenities include a fully equipped business center, 24-hour fitness facility and a stunning indoor pool for year-round fun and relaxation.