Visit Maryland destinations, such as Solomon's Island, on the Chesapeake Bay.
The eastern region of Maryland features the Chesapeake Bay, a spot for sailing and fishing activities during the warm spring and summer months. Tourists can find waterfront hotels, which offer quick access to boat marinas and fishing piers. Some waterfront accommodations are in urban areas, such as Baltimore and Annapolis, while others are in more rural settings, such as near the West River in southern Maryland.
The Inn at Pirate's Cove
The Inn at Pirate's Cove in southern Maryland is on the banks of the West River, and features a pirate-themed restaurant that serves seafood cuisine. According to "The Washington Post," patrons at the restaurant have an opportunity to watch sailing races on Wednesdays if they are seated on the restaurant's outdoor patio area. The inn has four guest rooms with nautical-themed artwork, tropical plants and ceiling fans.
Boating and fishing activities are accessible via the on-site marina. The marina offers nightly and yearly rentals for boat slips, and each slip has access to water and electric hook-ups. Fishing supplies, ice and groceries are available at the Ships Store, the convenience store at the marina. Offsite recreation is available at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, approximately 20 minutes from the hotel. This 1,600-acre park features walking paths and guided tours that offer chances for bird watching.
Pier 5 Hotel
Situated on Baltimore's Inner Harbor, the luxurious Pier 5 Hotel's lobby area and guest rooms have a mix of maritime-influenced artwork with contemporary furniture and fixtures. According to Frommer's, most of the guest suites at this hotel have private balconies overlooking the Inner Harbor, while some of them provide views of the National Aquarium. The hotel's on-site restaurant, Pizzazz Tuscan Grill, serves Italian cuisine, while the two adjacent fine dining establishments, Ruth's Chris and McCormick and Schmick's, serves steak and seafood dishes.
This waterfront hotel is within walking distance of downtown Baltimore attractions, including the Baltimore Maritime Museum and Baltimore Orioles baseball games at Oriole Park in Camden Yards. Upscale shopping and dining are available at Harborplace Mall, within five minutes of the hotel. This mall also features the Harborplace Amphitheater, which offer free outdoor music and theatrical entertainment.
Laurel Grove Inn on the South River
The Laurel Grove Inn is on the western edge of Annapolis, Maryland's state capital, on the South River. This intimate waterfront inn has five guest rooms, and all of them provide indoor and outdoor entrances, antique-style furnitures and views of the South River. The inn features a dining room where guests can have a gourmet breakfast every morning, game room and common area for group gatherings. Laurel Grove also has a beach area, which can be used for picnics during the summer, and a pier on the river for fishing and boating activities.
The city center of Annapolis is only a 15-minute drive from the inn, via the Riva Road Bridge. Some of the closest Annapolis attractions from the inn include the Annapolis Waterworks Park, an urban recreation area with facilities for jogging, fishing and picnics. Shopping and dining are available at the Annapolis Mall, right off the John Hansen Highway. This mall is only a 10-minute jaunt from the inn, and features department stores, such as Macy's and Nordstrom.
Laurel Grove Inn on the South River
2881 S. Haven Rd.
Annapolis, MD 21401
443-370-2394
laurelgroveinn.net
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