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WHAT YOU’LL DO

There's something unsettling about soaking in historical sites, then bedding down for the night in a modern motel. Avoid that brand of jarring disjuncture with a stay at the Hotel Brexton, a historic hotel built in 1881 that twines contemporary luxury and classic charm. The Queen Anne-style building experienced a renaissance in 1997, updating its interior to create a boutique feel while retaining unique architectural touches. A stunning spiral staircase and plenty of cozy alcoves offer unique touches not found in modern hotels. Concerned about contemporary creature comforts? Don't be - your deluxe queen room comes complete with a 32" flat panel television, luxurious bath amenities, and a Keurig coffee maker.

While the Hotel Brexton is a piece of history in its own right - make sure to ask about its relationship to Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor and eventual wife to erstwhile King Edward VIII - its location in Baltimore's Mount Vernon neighborhood offers a central headquarters for exploration. A National Register Historic District, Mount Vernon takes its name from the nearby home of George Washington and is the site of the first Washington Monument. Hop the free CharmCity Circulator bus just a couple of blocks from the hotel in order to explore Baltimore's Inner Harbor and well known historic neighborhoods. Or head a few blocks further to catch a train into DC to explore all that the capitol has to offer. With so much history right at your fingertips, this is a journey that combines the best of past and present.