The 3 Best Luxury Hotels in Cleveland
Lake views above Tower City, a room on Public Square or a base in the business district: tell us why you are coming, and our advisors will personally help you choose from the luxury hotels in Cleveland. Through suitespot you also get breakfast for two, a room upgrade subject to availability, hotel credit and VIP service – services worth more than €500.
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The best-known hotels in Cleveland
Which upscale hotel suits your days on Lake Erie? Here you see the best hotels in Cleveland at a glance, with location, suitespot score and nightly rate. Our tip: for a special occasion stay at The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland, for a business trip at the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland.
| Hotel | Location | suitespot score | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland | Downtown | ★ 4.5/5 | 468 € |
| Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland | Downtown | ★ 4.2/5 | 233 € |
| Hotel Cleveland | Downtown | ★ 4.0/5 | 168 € |
Your guide to the best luxury hotels in Cleveland
The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland · DowntownFor lake views, a club lounge and high tea under your own roof, we suggest The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland, whose 206 rooms were rebuilt from scratch by 2017. Business travelers who want to walk to offices and bars are best served by the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland.If you would rather stay right on the city's central square and spend a little less, book Hotel Cleveland; breakfast there is served at Mowrey's restaurant.
At no extra cost: booking through suitespot costs the same as booking direct with the hotel – the benefits come on top, free of charge.
Cleveland's luxury hotels and their history: what the Tower City Center makeover means for you
A stay at The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland begins on the sixth floor. That is where the lobby sits, redesigned during an 18-month renovation completed in October 2017. The hotel has long been a fixture of Tower City Center, the covered complex of shops and venues on Public Square.
What this means as a guest: all 206 rooms were gutted and rebuilt at the time, designed by the studios dPOP from Detroit and Jinnie Kim Design from Boston. Many rooms look out over the downtown rooftops, some all the way to Lake Erie.
The makeover also brought a club lounge with food and coffee throughout the day, the CORE fitness center with Technogym and Peloton equipment, and LINKS, a culinary kitchen for meetings. If you are in Cleveland on business, work, workouts and dinner all sit under one roof.
Dining at Cleveland's luxury hotels: high tea at TURN and breakfast at Mowrey's
From morning till late: TURN Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland is on the sixth-floor lobby level, with a fireplace and views over downtown. The cooking is American and built on regional ingredients; service runs from breakfast to late dinner, with high tea in the afternoon. The 30-seat marble bar is lively in the evening.
Hotel Cleveland · DowntownBreakfast included: Book through suitespot and breakfast for two is included at all three hotels. At Hotel Cleveland on Public Square it is served at Mowrey's restaurant, while at the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland your day starts in the middle of the business district.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
Out in the city: Staying at a 5-star hotel in Cleveland is also a reason to eat out. At the West Side Market in Ohio City, butchers, bakers and cheesemongers have traded since 1912 beneath a vaulted hall with a clock tower, and in Tremont small restaurants cook with Ohio produce.
A taste of Cleveland
Try pierogi, the dumplings brought by Eastern European immigrants, a corned beef sandwich and, for dessert, cassata cake from Little Italy. Wash it down with a beer from one of the Ohio City breweries.
From the luxury hotels in Cleveland to the Rock Hall, the art museum and the lakefront
Music and stage: The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame stands right on the water at North Coast Harbor, and East 9th Street leads straight to it. At Playhouse Square on Euclid Avenue, several restored theaters host Broadway tours, concerts and ballet.
Art and classical music: East of downtown, in University Circle, you will find the Cleveland Museum of Art, whose collection you can visit free of charge, and Severance Music Center, home of the Cleveland Orchestra. The HealthLine runs out along Euclid Avenue.
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
Green beyond the city: To the south lies Cuyahoga Valley National Park, with waterfalls, bike trails along the old Ohio and Erie Canal and a scenic railroad through the valley. A 5-star hotel in Cleveland is a good base for a day outdoors, too.
Where to stay in Cleveland: Public Square or East 9th Street – the right location for your 5-star hotel
All three addresses are downtown and close to one another. The real question is whether you prefer Public Square, where buses and trains converge, or the business district on East 9th Street.
Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland · DowntownOn Public Square: The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland is in Tower City Center on West Third Street, our pick for anyone who wants lake views, a club lounge and a restaurant in the building. Hotel Cleveland stands right on the square, our pick for a central stay at a lower price.
On East 9th Street: From the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland you can walk to offices, bars and down to the lakefront. Our pick for business trips and for guests who want the Rock Hall and the stadium within walking distance.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
Recognized: The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland carries the Forbes Travel Guide's “Recommended” rating and four AAA diamonds. Among the best hotels in Cleveland, that makes it a dependable choice for special occasions.
Insider tip from our travel advisors
The Red Line light rail runs from Tower City Center straight to Cleveland Hopkins Airport. Traveling light, you can skip the taxi; for everyone else, we are happy to arrange a transfer.
What a night at a 5-star hotel in Cleveland costs – rates, benefits, best time to visit
On Public Square, The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland starts at 467 € and Hotel Cleveland at 167 €; on East 9th Street, the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland starts at 232 €. You will find each hotel's rate for your dates in the hotel list below.
| Luxury hotel | From | suitespot benefits from | suitespot score |
|---|---|---|---|
| On Public Square and in Tower City Center | |||
| The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland | 467 € | 1st night | ★ 4.5/5 |
| Hotel Cleveland | 167 € | 1st night | ★ 4.0/5 |
| On East 9th Street | |||
| Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland | 232 € | 1st night | ★ 4.2/5 |
What comes with every stay: daily breakfast for two, an upgrade on arrival if one is free, early check-in or late check-out where possible and a welcome gift. The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland also gives you 100 US dollars to spend in the hotel.
Points and status: All three hotels belong to Marriott Bonvoy. Booking through us counts like booking direct, so you earn regular points and status nights, and your status benefits apply. There is no minimum stay; the benefits start with the first night.
Cleveland through the year: From May to September the lakefront is busy, patios in the Flats and Ohio City are open, and the Guardians play baseball right downtown. In fall the woods of the Cuyahoga Valley turn color, and in winter the evenings belong to theater, orchestra and museums.
How long to stay: A 5-star hotel in Cleveland is best booked for two or three nights: a day for the Rock Hall and the lakefront, one for University Circle and an evening at the theater.
Earn points & use your status in Cleveland
In Cleveland every night counts toward Marriott Bonvoy: The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland, the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland and Hotel Cleveland are all part of the program. Our bookings run at the hotel's direct rate, so points and status nights land in your account, and your status benefits apply alongside ours.
| Program | Hotels | Examples in Cleveland |
|---|---|---|
| Marriott Bonvoy | 3 hotels | The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland, Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland, Hotel Cleveland |
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels in Cleveland
How much does a luxury hotel in Cleveland cost per night?
The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland starts at 467 €, the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland at 232 € and Hotel Cleveland at 167 €. Booked through suitespot, breakfast for two is included at all three.
Which is the best luxury hotel in Cleveland?
It depends on why you are coming: for lake views, a club lounge and high tea choose The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland, for a business trip the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland. If you want a central stay on a tighter budget, Hotel Cleveland is the right fit.
Which luxury hotels in Cleveland are downtown?
All three: The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland in Tower City Center, Hotel Cleveland on Public Square and the Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland on East 9th Street. On foot, they are barely a quarter of an hour apart.
Which hotel in Cleveland has rooms with a view of Lake Erie?
At The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland, some rooms look over downtown all the way to Lake Erie. If the lake view matters to you, mention it when you send your request.
Which hotel in Cleveland has a club lounge?
The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland has a club lounge with food and coffee throughout the day, redesigned in the 2017 renovation.
Can I earn points at the luxury hotels in Cleveland?
Yes, all three hotels belong to Marriott Bonvoy. Through suitespot you earn regular points and status nights, and your status benefits apply on top of ours.
Which hotel in Cleveland does the Forbes Travel Guide recommend?
The Forbes Travel Guide lists The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland with its “Recommended” rating.
Where can I have high tea at a hotel in Cleveland?
At TURN Bar + Kitchen in The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland, on the sixth floor, with a fireplace and views over downtown.
Which hotel in Cleveland suits a business trip?
The Metropolitan at The 9 Cleveland is in the business district on East 9th Street. The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland offers LINKS, a culinary kitchen for meetings, plus a fitness center and a club lounge.
How do I get from the airport to downtown Cleveland?
The Red Line runs from Cleveland Hopkins Airport straight to Tower City Center, home of The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland. On request, we arrange a transfer.
When is the best time to visit Cleveland?
May to September for the lakefront, patios and baseball, fall for the colors of the Cuyahoga Valley. In winter, theater, orchestra and museums take center stage.
