21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati

Cincinnati, 609 Walnut Street39.103131,-84.511904(Show on Map)

7.8

Good

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Checkin - Checkout datesSun, 28 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun28 Jun - 29 Jun

Info

Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, the historic hotel features 156 elegant rooms, a contemporary art museum and a cultural civic center.

Summary of reviews

The 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati has received praise for its exceptional facilities, services and great location. While some guests noted that the hotel could benefit from small updates, the majority have rated their stay as very good or exceptional. Guests have found the hotel to be worth every penny with a majority agreeing that the hotel is deservedly dubbed as a 4 star establishment. The hotel's neat concept has been commended by guests, making it a truly unique boutique hotel experience. Though negative experiences are in the minority, a few guests were disappointed and felt that the hotel fell short of its 4-star rating. However, if you're looking for a modern classic hotel in the heart of the city, the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati is definitely worth considering.

Categories

Luxury

A 4.5-star luxury hotel set in a historic building, it functions as a contemporary art museum with rotating exhibits. It features a full-service spa and a highly-rated restaurant, Metropole, providing a unique and opulent stay.

Historic

Building on its mission of combining the public with modern art, supporting the revitalization of American downtowns, this hotel is remodeling the former Metropole Hotel - a historic landmark of downtown Cincinnati - changing this architectural gem into a wonderful public space.

Honeymoon

Combines a contemporary art museum with a boutique hotel experience, offering unique and memorable honeymoon stays. Features a spa with couples' suites, en-suite whirlpool tubs, and steam showers for ultimate relaxation and pampering. Its central location allows easy access to Cincinnati's cultural attractions and fine dining.

Spa

Located in the heart of the Queen City, the Spa at the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati serves as a prime pampering destination. With three treatment rooms, the spa offers a rich selection of treatments, allowing guests to unwind and relax. The extensive menu features signature facials, massages and other treatments, each uniquely designed to cater to different needs and preferences.

The spa provides a variety of facial treatments aimed at addressing various skin concerns, from anti-aging and hydration to purification and soothing. For instance, the Beyond Botox Facial is a blend of peptides, stem cells, vitamins, and botanicals formulated to reduce fine lines, repair damage, and leave skin firm and youthful. The Oxygen Facial, on the other hand, infuses pores with pure oxygen to stimulate cell turnover and reenergize cellular functions. The massage offerings at the spa are equally diverse. The Deep Tissue Massage helps relieve muscular tension and restore vitality, while the Himalayan Salt Stone Massage balances and nourishes the body. For expecting mothers, the Mamma-to-Be Massage offers comfort and restoration tailored to fit their specific needs. Guests can also choose to experience these treatments with their partners in the couples suite for a shared pampering experience. Special occasion packages, like the Mother's Day Special, add an extra touch of indulgence, making the Spa at 21c a memorable destination.

Romantic

Seeking for a wedding night you’ll never forget? Enjoy the high-style of the Corner Suite at 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati.

Nightlife

The hotel has a rooftop bar.

Business

This hotel offers art-filled galleries for events, private meeting spaces with advanced AV technology, and custom catering. It's suitable for both corporate meetings and weddings.

Gym

This hotel provides a satisfactory fitness experience with a modern gym. Guests have access to equipment for maintaining their workout routines.

4 Star

This hotel offers a unique experience by combining a contemporary art museum with a boutique hotel. Guests can enjoy curated exhibitions and installations throughout the property, providing an immersive cultural experience. The hotel's stylish rooms and central location enhance its appeal.

Sustainability Journey

Family

Accessible

Room Types

Deluxe Queen RoomThe quadruple room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The quadruple room provides a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 2 beds.

Luxury King RoomThe triple room provides air conditioning and a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe King RoomThe triple room provides air conditioning and a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. This triple room features a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Corner SuiteThe spacious suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, a wardrobe and a carpeted floor. The unit has 1 bed.

Luxury SuiteThe suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 1 bed.

King StudioThis triple room offers a private bathroom, and heating. The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Double Queen Room with Roll-In ShowerThis quadruple room is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine and heating. The unit has 2 beds.

Luxury Suite with Roll-In ShowerThis triple room features air conditioning, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Studio King AccessibleThis triple room has air conditioning, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Luxury Queen Room

Deluxe King Suite

Luxury King Room - AccessibleThe unit offers 1 bed.

Guest Reviews

7.8

Good

Review Summaries

Location

The 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati boasts a great location conveniently located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Guests love that they can walk everywhere with everything they need just a 15-minute walk away. The hotel's location is central to where they need to be and within walking distance of nice dining and great restaurants. Reviewers praised the hotel's proximity to bars, sport stadiums and various attractions, including the Fountain Square. Guests appreciate the convenience of valet parking and the proximity to the Backstage Event Center. The hotel's location also offers a unique vibe and the added bonus of housing an art museum. The hotel itself is comfortable and spacious with guests mentioning the room size and design as pluses. All in all, the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati's location is a definite highlight and a great starting point for exploring the city.

Breakfast

Unfortunately, the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati does not offer breakfast. Guests who were hoping for a morning meal were disappointed to find no options available with some even noting that the hotel ran out of coffee. While some guests were able to enjoy complimentary bagels and danishes, others found the selection underwhelming and picked over. There were also mentions of limited gluten free options. However, despite the lack of breakfast, guests still found the hotel to be a wonderful destination for their stay in Cincinnati.

Dinner

The dining options at 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati are a mixed bag according to guest reviews. While some were disappointed with the limited dinner menu and room service options, others raved about the excellent dinner they had at the hotel's restaurant. The restaurant manager and servers received high praise for their professionalism and friendly service. Guests also enjoyed the creative cocktails at the Metropole Bar/Restaurant. However, breakfast options were lacking, as there is no restaurant for breakfast. Overall, the restaurant inside the hotel received an average score from guests.

Rooms

Guests of the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati were delighted with the hotel's rooms, which they described as beautiful, spacious and comfortable. The hotel's style was also highly praised with many complimenting the unique and cool vibe. Most guests found the room clean and well-maintained with attractive decor and great bathroom amenities. Some guests did note that their rooms were older, smaller or not as clean as they would have liked, but overall the majority of reviews were positive. Some guests also mentioned a lack of amenities such as coffee pots or refrigerators, but the location, room design and comfort were highly rated by many.

Beds

If you're looking for a hotel with comfortable beds, then the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati is the perfect choice for you. According to past guests, the beds in this hotel are super comfortable and amazing - the best hotel beds they've experienced. Although some guests did note that the pillows were a bit hard, others commented that the bed was very soft. One guest did mention that they had thought they booked a room with two queen beds, but were only given a room with one bed and had to use a rollaway. Be aware that some guests found the bed to be too low or too short and pillows to be too thin. Overall, the rooms are comfortable and well-located. In short, if a comfortable stay is a priority for you, then 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati is worth considering.

Cleanliness

If you're looking for a clean and unique hotel in Cincinnati, the 21c Museum Hotel is a great choice. The hotel is very clean with COVID precautions in place and being followed by staff. The rooms are clean and comfortable, although some guests noted small issues such as stains on the nightstand, carpet and sofa. The hotel is quiet and in a good location, although some guests felt that it was a bit outdated. Overall, the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati is a clean and neat option for tourists looking to explore the city.

Staff

The staff at 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati are a major standout for guests with many citing them as friendly, helpful and welcoming. Front desk attendants like Betty and Nancy received special praise for their excellent customer service and the hotel's valet, health staff and bar staff were all highlighted for being attentive and accommodating. Guests appreciated the thoughtful COVID safety measures in place, as well as the staff's willingness to go above and beyond to make their stay enjoyable. From prompt service to superb hospitality, the staff at 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati left a positive impression on guests and helped make their trip truly unforgettable.

Nightlife

If you're looking for a fun night out, staying at the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati won't disappoint! The location is so convenient with lots of bars and restaurants in close proximity. Though the streets can get a little noisy sometimes with partying and racing continuing into the early hours of the morning. Unfortunately, some reviewers were disappointed that the rooftop bar was closed during their stay and they couldn't find any street vendors for late night food. However, others raved about the lively atmosphere around the hotel with plenty of options for food and drink within walking distance. Some reviewers did express their disappointment with the limited variety at the bar and kitchen with both closing too early for some guests. The rooftop bar also seemed to be a hit or miss, as it was advertised but only open for private events during some stays. Overall, if you're looking for a lively night scene during your stay in Cincinnati, this hotel is definitely worth considering.

4 Star

Welcome to the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati, a modern classic in the heart of the city. Guests have praised this hotel for its exceptional facilities and services, including its neat concept and great location. Though some have noted that the hotel could benefit from small updates, the majority have rated their stay as very good or exceptional. While some were surprised by 4 star prices for what they perceived as a 2 star stay, most found the hotel to be worth every penny. Unfortunately, a few guests were disappointed and felt that the hotel fell short of its 4 star rating. However, these negative experiences seem to be in the minority with a majority of guests agreeing that the hotel is deservedly dubbed as a 4 star establishment. So, if you're looking for a boutique hotel with a unique twist, the 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati is definitely worth considering!

FAQ

No, 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati doesn't have any pool.

Yes, a spa is available at 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati.

No, 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati.

Yes, 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati has a gym.

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