Review Author

Jessica Mlinaric

HOTEL SNAPSHOT

Set in downtown Cleveland, Ohio’s Euclid Avenue historic district, the Fidelity Hotel is a contemporary retreat in a landmark building. Cleveland’s first independent hotel opened in the 11-story Baker Building, built for Fidelity Mortgage in 1919. With 97 guest rooms and suites and a full-service restaurant, this residential-style boutique hotel delivers playful sophistication to the discerning traveler.

Demonstrating its commitment to the local community, the Fidelity Hotel’s team includes a Director of Impact. The hotel partners with community organizations like the Greater Cleveland Food Bank by donating revenue and employee volunteer time.

Design & Character

The hotel blends vintage inspiration with contemporary elegance. Designers Curioso and Looney & Associates hint at the building’s century-old heritage by incorporating antique mirrors, brass finishes, and marble and hardwood floors. The charming common areas feature patterns and rich shades of sage, rose, cyan, and gold accented with natural wood and organic textures. Large windows illuminate the gallery wall of curated ephemera and pieces by local artists that reflect Cleveland’s character.

The work of more than three dozen local artists is woven throughout the Fidelity Hotel. One dining space features vivid, hand-painted flowers climbing the walls in a botanical ambiance. Artist Lari Jacobsen painted a detailed mural in shimmering gold, highlighting Cleveland landmarks and local nods (like a leg lamp, stoplight, and Cowan Pottery), inviting guests to engage with the city’s legacy.

The Rooms

Sumptuous jewel tones lend plenty of personality to the 97 sleek guestrooms. Floral wallpaper is complemented by custom furniture, luxurious Bellino Italian linens, and velvet and wood accents. Style meets comfort through thoughtful details like plush Parachute robes, Allegrini bath products, and brass Waterworks fixtures. Rotary phones lend an air of nostalgia to the residential feel of the guestrooms. The atmosphere is inviting, vibrant, and serene.

The Food & Drink Situation

The stylish restaurant and bar are bound to be a downtown destination for locals and guests alike. Club Room, opened by chef Eddie Zalar and now led by chef Dan Young, features inventive takes on regional ingredients. The menu elevates classic Cleveland dishes like the West Side Market Pierogi served on a bed of wild mushroom and black garlic creme fraiche and topped with chives. Relax on a stool at the marble-topped bar or slide into a posh pink velvet banquette in the dining room. The bar program offers wine, local craft beer, and creative adaptations of classic cocktails like the Mexican Martini, made with blanco tequila, citronage, blood orange, lime, and olive brine. Club Room is open for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner daily. Enjoy a leisurely brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

Amenities

The hotel’s amenities complement its status as an urban retreat. Start the day with locally sourced pour-over coffee. The 24-hour fitness center allows guests to work up a sweat with Peloton bikes, Technogym equipment, CLMBR, and a FORME mirror. Enjoy twice-a-day housekeeping, including nightly turndown service with a treat from the kitchen. Concierge and guest services are available 24 hours for any needs that guests encounter.

Location & Neighborhood Recs

Located in Cleveland’s dynamic downtown, the Fidelity Hotel is a short walk from many of the city’s most popular attractions. Catch a show at Playhouse Square, the nation’s second-largest theater district behind Broadway. Dig into music history at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame or into local cuisine at the West Side Market. Cheer on professional baseball, basketball, and football teams at stadiums just steps away.

For those up for a short drive, explore the free, internationally renowned Cleveland Museum of Art. The free Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers 33,000 acres of wilderness just 30 minutes from downtown.

Fast Facts

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Vibe: An inviting and sophisticated downtown stay that’s packed with personality

Rating: Four-star

Room Count: 97

Pricing: From $200 per night (including the “community love” rate, which includes a $10 contribution to the Greater Cleveland Food Bank.)

Our Favorite Thing About the Hotel: The richly appointed interiors make lounging in the Club Room or lobby feel like visiting a chic friend’s bespoke space.

Dining: Club Room full-service restaurant and bar

Amenities: Fitness center, 24-hour concierge and guest services, twice-daily housekeeping service with nightly turndown service, same-day valet laundry service, high-speed Wi-Fi

Nearby Attractions: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Playhouse Square, Progressive Field, Rocket Arena

Airport: Approximately 20 minutes from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)