Baltimore–Washington International Airport (BWI): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 12 miles.

Driving directions from Baltimore–Washington International Airport: Head north on MD-295 (Baltimore–Washington Parkway) and continue all the way downtown. Turn right onto W Pratt St. Turn right onto Light St and continue to the hotel on the right.

Getting there: Shuttles are available for $5–15, while taxis cost $16–25. Town car service costs more than $36. Those traveling lightly can take light rail to the Baltimore Convention Center station and walk two blocks to the hotel; the cost is less than $5. All fees subject to change without notice.

Getting around: All the attractions of Inner Harbor are within walking distance, including shops, restaurants, museums, and the aquarium. Many guests take advantage of the bus and light rail system; all-day passes are available for less than $5. Fee subject to change without notice. Taxis are convenient for nearby destinations not served by public transportation. Rental cars are necessary only for travel to outlying areas; rental cars are available online.

Insider tip: A Water Taxi is a great way to explore all of the harbor's sights and attractions. For a fixed rate of $5, travelers have on-and-off privileges all day at a variety of destinations. Fee subject to change without notice.

Bistro 300 - This casual, bright bistro on the third floor serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a glass atrium next to a landscaped, shallow pond. An oval bar stands in the middle.

Perks - Guests can settle in a cushy velvet chair or couch near this stand, which sells coffee and pastries in the second-floor lobby.

Amenity highlights: The hotel has a health club with fitness equipment, aerobics classes, saunas, tanning facilities (fee charged), and personal trainers (fee charged). On a landscaped rooftop, guests can use the seasonal outdoor splash pool, two tennis courts, putting green, and running track.

Insider tip: One mile south of the Hyatt is Federal Hill, a funky neighborhood of 19th-century brick townhouses. One popular attraction is Cross Street Market, at the corner of Cross and Light streets, where produce and food stalls are open daily.