Lord Baltimore Hotel Review: Sleeping Near the Hotel’s Most Haunted Floor

Hello, spooky cats!

We recently returned to the historic Lord Baltimore Hotel for another overnight paranormal adventure. During our first visit, we only stayed for one night, which never feels like enough time when you are attempting to explore a large hotel, test haunted claims, film a room review, and occasionally remember to eat.

This time, we stayed for two nights in a suite on the 17th floor. That placed us only two floors below the legendary 19th floor, where a ghost named Molly is said to appear.

Would Molly come down to visit us? Would the haunted elevators misbehave? Would I finally get a decent night’s sleep at the Lord Baltimore?

Let’s find out.

Our Suite on the 17th Floor

We stayed in Suite 1718, although the room was technically made up of rooms 1717 and 1718 joined together.

I would describe it as two former connecting hotel rooms that have been converted into a suite. One side contained the main bed, while the other had a couch and sitting area. Each side still had its own exterior door, thermostat, closet, television, bathroom, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and telephone.

That gave us a lot more space than we had during our first visit.

The setup would be especially useful for a couple getting ready at the same time or for anyone traveling with another person who enjoys dramatically claiming an entire side of the suite as their personal territory. Zach immediately claimed the second room and briefly attempted to lock me out of it.

The suite included:

• Two full bathrooms
• Two televisions
• Two refrigerators
• Two microwaves
• Two coffee makers
• A couch and sitting area
• A small table
• A safe
• An ironing board
• Two closets
• A large Lord Baltimore Hotel artwork piece dated 1928

One side of the bed did not have a traditional nightstand, so we moved a stool over and created our own. Fortunately, there was an electrical outlet nearby, which made it work well enough for charging phones and paranormal equipment.

The closets were more like recessed spaces covered by curtains. They worked fine, but they were very dark and did not have their own lighting.

We received the suite as a relatively inexpensive upgrade. At the time of our visit, booking the suite directly would have been considerably more expensive than our original room, so the upgrade gave us a lot of extra space for the price.

Was the Room Quiet?

Our location was unusual because the suite sat near a set of service elevators and a small lobby area with stairs leading to the 18th floor.

At first, I wasn’t sure whether being next to the service elevators would be a good thing or a bad thing. Elevators can create strange noises, and strange noises can quickly become “paranormal evidence” when you are sitting in the dark at two in the morning.

However, we had very few guest rooms directly beside us. Room 1716 was next door, but the bathroom side of our suite was closest to it. We could also close the connecting door between the two halves of the suite to reduce noise.

Outside our windows, there was a large mechanical fan on the roof of a neighboring building. I expected it to create constant background noise, but the suite was still surprisingly quiet during the night.

We did not hear unexplained banging, voices, footsteps, or ghosts rummaging through our luggage.

That is good news for a hotel review, although perhaps slightly disappointing news for a paranormal investigation.

The Bathrooms and Showers

Both bathrooms were clean and supplied with plenty of towels for our two-night stay.

The towels were a decent size, clean, and free from suspicious stains. They were not enormous luxury bath sheets, but they did their job—which is honestly all I ask from a hotel towel.

The shower was one of the highlights of the room.

The water became very hot, the pressure was strong, and there was no shortage of hot water. I used the hotel’s shampoo, conditioner, soap, and other bathroom products without any problems.

After two showers, I had no complaints.

For people who care about having a hot, powerful hotel shower, the Lord Baltimore passed that test easily.

The Bed and My Mysterious Inability to Sleep

The bed itself seemed comfortable. It was not obviously lumpy, hard, or unpleasant.

However, I once again had trouble sleeping.

The same thing happened during our previous stay at the Lord Baltimore Hotel. I do not know why, but something about staying here seems to destroy my sleep score.

During our final night, I occasionally felt as though something was touching or moving around my feet while I was trying to fall asleep. Naturally, that sounds wonderfully haunted.

Unfortunately for the ghosts, I think it was probably the blankets settling around my feet.

I checked, but I did not see anyone standing at the end of the bed. No shadow person, no mysterious child, and no ghost politely attempting to tuck me in.

Could it have been paranormal? Maybe.

Was it more likely ordinary bedding moving as I shifted around? Yes.

The room itself remained quiet, and I never experienced anything strong enough to make me believe an unseen visitor had entered the suite.

Exploring the Lord Baltimore Hotel

One reason I enjoy staying at the Lord Baltimore is that the building has so many interesting areas to explore.

The hotel is filled with artwork, old-fashioned architectural details, balconies, winding hallways, and rooms that look like they belong in a classic haunted hotel movie.

Some of the artwork and hallways reminded me of The Shining, although thankfully we did not encounter any ghostly twins asking us to play forever.

The lobby includes an old revolving door and a vintage mail chute. There are also balconies where guests and investigators have reported seeing shadows or figures.

We did not see anything unusual on the balconies during this visit, but we continued checking them whenever we passed through the lobby.

We also attended a hotel tour that took us into a rediscovered speakeasy area. The space was larger and more elegant than I expected, with windows, decorative details, and plenty of atmosphere.

The hotel’s history and design are a major part of its appeal. Even without ghosts, there is always something interesting to look at.

Searching for Molly on the 19th Floor

The most famous ghost associated with the Lord Baltimore Hotel is a young girl commonly called Molly.

According to the hotel’s paranormal legends, Molly is frequently connected to the 19th floor. Guests have reported seeing a little girl, encountering a red ball, and experiencing unusual activity near the elevators and upper levels.

During our previous stay, the hotel’s rooftop Skybar was closed. This time, it was open, giving us the perfect excuse to spend time on the 19th floor.

For paranormal research, obviously.

The Skybar is located outside on the roof and has multiple seating areas. We arrived shortly after it opened, so it was still quiet and we were able to explore without fighting a large crowd.

I called out for Molly while we walked around, but she did not make an appearance.

At one point, I spotted a decoration that looked vaguely like a ghost and briefly decided it could be Molly. Scientific standards were clearly slipping after the martini arrived.

Drinks and Food at the Skybar

The Skybar was one of the best parts of our stay.

I ordered a martini that was extremely strong. Zach tried the Lord Baltimore’s own beer, which was only available at the rooftop bar during our visit.

Naturally, we ordered enough food to create what looked like a tiny rooftop buffet.

We tried the sliders, wings, crab dish, and several other items. They were out of hot dogs, but neither of us was particularly devastated by that loss.

The food was good, especially if you enjoy burgers, wings, sandwiches, and pub-style meals. The menu was not enormous, but it had enough options for a casual dinner or late snack.

The Skybar closes at 11:00 p.m., and it appeared to close promptly. Do not assume it will remain open later simply because people are still having a good time.

I definitely recommend planning a stay while the rooftop bar is open. It adds something special to the experience, particularly around sunset when the city begins lighting up below you.

Other Food Near the Hotel

We had previously eaten at the hotel’s restaurant, although we did not return during this visit.

The hotel’s food selections lean heavily toward sandwiches, burgers, wings, and other tavern-style meals. The choices are somewhat limited, but that makes sense for a hotel tavern.

We also visited Pratt Street Ale House while exploring Baltimore. I ordered a barbecue smash burger, while Zach selected a much more structurally ambitious sandwich. We also tried the crab dip, which disappeared before I remembered to properly film it.

Our main reason for returning to Baltimore was the Oddities and Curiosities Expo. The event had plenty of unusual artwork, creepy merchandise, collectibles, and wonderfully macabre booths.

The hotel worked well as a base for attending the expo and exploring downtown Baltimore.

Parking at the Lord Baltimore Hotel

The hotel only offered valet parking during our stay.

On our previous visit, retrieving our vehicle took a long time—close to an hour. This time, we requested the car in advance while we packed and prepared to leave.

That worked much better.

Anyone staying at the hotel should allow extra time for valet service, especially during busy periods. Requesting the car before you are standing in the lobby with your bags is probably the safest strategy.

Television and Other Minor Issues

The televisions worked during most of our stay, but the signal was unavailable on our final morning.

The hotel appeared to use satellite television, so bad weather or signal problems may occasionally interrupt service. This was not a major issue for us because we were not spending much time watching television.

The dark closets, limited food variety, and valet-only parking were the main practical drawbacks.

None of them ruined the stay, but they are worth knowing before booking.

Did We Experience Anything Paranormal?

Despite staying close to the hotel’s famously haunted 19th floor, we did not experience any dramatic paranormal activity inside our suite.

We did not hear unexplained voices, see shadow figures, or watch objects move by themselves.

The feeling near my feet was interesting, but blankets and normal movement remain the more likely explanation.

That does not mean the Lord Baltimore Hotel is not haunted. It only means we did not experience anything during this particular part of our stay that I could confidently call paranormal.

Haunted locations do not perform on command, no matter how politely you ask the ghosts to cooperate with your filming schedule.

Final Lord Baltimore Hotel Review

Overall, we had another good stay at the Lord Baltimore Hotel.

The suite was large, clean, and quiet. Having two bathrooms made getting ready much easier, and the strong hot showers were excellent. The rooftop Skybar added a fun experience that we missed during our first visit.

The hotel also has plenty of visual character. Its artwork, historic architecture, old hallways, balconies, elevators, and haunted stories make it much more interesting than a standard modern hotel.

The main drawbacks were valet-only parking, occasional television problems, limited food choices, and my continued inability to sleep properly inside the building.

Would I stay again?

Yes.

The Lord Baltimore Hotel is a good choice for travelers who enjoy historic buildings, unusual architecture, rooftop drinks, and the possibility of encountering something paranormal.

We may not have found Molly wandering through Suite 1718, but we still enjoyed sleeping near the dead, eating on the roof, and searching the hallways for ghosts.

Until the next haunted hotel adventure, stay spooky, cats!