"Perched on the Inner Harbour with commanding waterfront views, this historic property—originally opened in 1908—blends grand, visually striking design with surprisingly modern, approachable luxury. Guests praise the consistently stellar service and the polished public spaces, and note that extensive updates (a more-than-$60-million renovation in 2017 and a refreshed premium offering in 2023) have kept the hotel feeling current rather than dated." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines