Looking for the best hotels in Frederick, MD? Whether you’re planning a historic weekend in Downtown Frederick, a wine-country getaway, or a quick stop off I-70 or I-270, Frederick offers a wide mix of boutique inns, modern hotels, and charming B&Bs.
We live locally and spend most of our time exploring Frederick’s restaurants, breweries, and trails.
This guide is our insider’s take on the best Frederick MD hotels and neighborhoods, including where to stay, where to eat nearby, and what to do while you’re in town.
Best Bets on Hotels in Frederick, MD
- Best Overall Hotel. The Visitation Hotel
- Best Luxury Hotel. The Visitation Hotel
- Best Bed and Breakfast. 10 Clarke B&B
- Best Downtown Location. The Wedgewood Inn
- Best Hotel for Families. Homewood Suites by Hilton Frederick
- Best Budget Hotel. Best Western Bend North
- Best Boutique Hotels. Frederick Boutique Hotels.
- Best Airbnbs/Vacation Rentals. Frederick Airbnb Rentals
Read on for our rankings of the best places to stay in Frederick, Maryland, giving you a breakdown of where you should and shouldn’t stay.
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Best Hotels in Frederick, MD (Where to Stay)
Disclaimer: Although we are Frederick residents and experts on everything to do in Frederick, and we have stayed at many properties in the Area, we have not stayed at all of them. This list is based on our experience, research, and feedback from locals and property experts. Also, many of the images below are courtesy of the listings.
1. Downtown Frederick
Why Stay Here: This is the best area for visitors seeking to be at the heart of Frederick’s historic charm, with boutique shops, restaurants, and breweries within walking distance.
Downtown is Frederick’s best characteristic. So if you are coming for a visit, staying here is a no-brainer. You’ll be close to Carroll Creek, the heart of Frederick, and be able to walk to virtually anywhere.
The restaurant scene in Frederick is sneaky good, and the best spots are all downtown. The same applies to the best bars in Frederick, as well as the shopping and art.
If you love breweries, the cluster of Frederick breweries around Carroll Creek makes for a great beer crawl.
Pro Tip: Try to be within a few blocks of North Market Street, the main drag in downtown Frederick.
Downtown Frederick MD Travel Guide
Best Hotel and B&B Options:
- The Visitation Hotel. $$$
- 10 Clarke B&B. $$$
- Hollerstown Hill B&B. $$
- The Wedgewood Inn. $$
- The Inn on Market. $$
Vacation Rental Options: Downtown Frederick Vacation Rentals
Where to Eat: Wye Oak Tavern, White Rabbit Gastropub, Up on Market, The Wine Kitchen on the Creek, Bentztown, Hootch and Banter, The Tasting Room
Bars, Distilleries, Breweries: McClintock Back Bar,, Tenth Ward Distilling, Olde Mother Brewing, Magoo’s Pub
Don’t Miss: Carroll Creek Park (especially Sailing Through The Winter Solstice – November to March)
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2. South Frederick / I-270 and I-70 Corridor
Why Stay Here: For many, staying in this area will be most convenient because they are passing through Frederick. The I-270 and I-70 corridor makes for easy access to several chain hotels and restaurants.
But it can be a good place to stay in Frederick for other reasons. You’ll be close to Nymeo Field (home to the Frederick Keys). The Monocacy Battlefield is in this area and is Frederick’s most important historical site. Downtown Frederick is still only minutes away.
Francis Scott Key Mall (Frederick’s largest) is here, as is the Frederick Visitor Center.
Plus, if you plan to visit the many cool things to do around Frederick, such as Tree Trekkers or Sugarloaf Mountain, it provides fast access.
South Frederick MD Travel Guide
Best Hotel Options:
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Frederick. $$
- Courtyard by Marriott Frederick. $$
- Hampton Inn Frederick. $$
- Sleep Inn Ballenger Creek. $
Vacation Rental Options: South Frederick Vacation Rentals
Where to Eat: Manulu Italian, Firebirds, Mariachi, Kittiwat Thai
Don’t Miss: Monocacy Battlefield, Frederick Keys Baseball
3. North Frederick
Why Stay Here: North Frederick has seen as much development as anywhere around town in recent years, and is now home to some great neighborhoods.
It’s also the location of Fort Detrick, Frederick Community College, and the Frederick Medical Health Center, all bustling centers of activity.
It’s also the best area to stay if you want the best access to the outdoor adventures north of Frederick, such as Cunningham Falls State Park, Catoctin Mountain Park, and Gambrill State Park.
Access to the Monocacy for kayaking is in this area, and the best hiking, biking, and some great Fredrick golf courses are all north of Frederick. Staying in this part of town can make sense for those who are focused on the outdoors.
North Frederick MD Travel Guide
Best Hotel and B&B Options:
- Springhill Suites Frederick. $$
- Hampton Inn Frederick – Fort Detrick. $$
- One-Bedroom Apartment. $$
- Beckley Motel. $
Vacation Rental Options: North Frederick Vacation Rentals
Where to Eat: Showroom, Cugino Forno, Madrones, Ricci Italian
Don’t Miss: Cunningham Falls State Park
4. West Frederick (Golden Mile)
Why Stay Here: Route 40, stretching west out of Frederick, is more commonly known as “The Golden Mile” and has a rich history. It was part of the National Historic Road, built in the early 1800s, the first federally funded highway.
In later years, it became a hub of commercial activity in Frederick, as many businesses and shopping areas developed around it.
The area remains a convenient place to stay in Frederick, offering access to highways, Hood College, and local shopping. The best movie theatre in Frederick (Warehouse Cinemas) is here as well.
There are also plenty of budget hotels and motels.
West Frederick MD Travel Guide
Best Hotel and B&B Options:
- Best Western History Frederick. $
- Comfort Inn Red Horse. $
- Motel 6 Fort Detrick. $
- Cozy Pine Tree Nest. $$
Vacation Rental Options: West Frederick Vacation Rentals
Where to Eat: Dutch’s Daughter, Red Horse Restaurant, Thai Meric
Don’t Miss: Warehouse Cinemas Frederick
More Alternatives for Where to Stay in Frederick, MD
There are some surrounding towns to Frederick that can be good alternatives for staying in the area. A few have unique properties worth considering if planning a trip to the area.
Middletown
This is the first town up Route 40 from Frederick on the Golden MIle. Often considered an extension of Frederick.
It's short on hotels, but worth checking out as there tend to be plenty of Aribnb and VRBO rentals in the town.
Thurmont
This gateway town to the Catoctin Mountains is quaint with great access to hiking and several wineries.
One property worth mentioning in the area is Springfield Manor, a beautiful hilltop inn, which doubles as a winery, brewery, and distillery.
Boonsboro
A small town thirty minutes north on Route 40 from Frederick. Check out the nearby Antietam Farm Overlook, a beautiful 18th century inn.
New Market
Heading east from Frederick about twenty minutes, you reach the lovely, historic town of New Market, MD.
The downtown strip has a few good restaurants and check out the Strawberry Inn B&B.
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