We had this Inn recommended to us while at John Hopkins, and so glad we stayed. The staff was warm, receptive, and helpful. The staff is very knowledgeable of the Inn's history which is rich. Our room was perfect. The overall decor matched the era of the Inn, with convinces of modern day. The only down side was we came when Baltimore was having unseasonably warm weather. We, even though the heat was all the way down, the room was warmer than we would have liked it. Please note the pluses far outweigh this one issue. We do recommend everyone to walk around the corner of the next street to The Fell Family Cemetery to pay respects, we did, and it kept away any ghost during our stay.

The location is perfect for a fun weekend getaway in Baltimore. You aren't real close to the Harbor so if that's what you are looking for then look elsewhere. This is right across from the water in Fells Point. The area offers a ton of great restaurants and bars with live music and entertainment. We like to stay here every once in a while even though we live in the area just as a break from life in the suburbs. They treat you very well here - the staff is attentive and extremely friendly. We have been here twice now and wouldn't hesitate to come back. It's an old hotel so be aware that the walls are pretty thin and you will hear some street noise and possibly your neighbors. I wouldn't let that keep you away though!

My wife and I went there for an anniversary weekend.
The lobby and entire building were in great condition.
The building had the efficiency of a hotel and the feel of a bed and breakfast (which we loved).
The staff was friendly and courteous.
We look forward to returning.

Due to a series of unpleasant circumstances involving Johns Hopkins Hospital and consequently, a 9 day stay in the Baltimore area, I needed to find a place to sleep for nearly every night that I remained in Baltimore during my family member's recuperation at Hopkins.
Having stayed at Henderson's Wharf Inn (which is just down the road from Admiral Fell and with which I was generally pleased ) for 2 nights, I contacted them one night and I was quoted a rate which was at least $50. more than what I had paid for my previous evening's stay. When I indicated that their rate was out of my range they recommended their 'sister' (should be step-sister twice removed) property, The Admiral Fell Inn.

The property is convenient to Hopkins (just drive straight down Broadway) and is in an area active with nightlife (read: noisy) and replete with history.

Caveat: don't get too excited when you see the hotel from the outside or step into the lobby because after you register and go to your room you will be transported to accommodations reminiscent of a 1970's roadside Mom and Pop motel in rural New Mexico.

What initially might appear to be 'charming' is in actuality downright shabby. Salvation Army furniture, stains on the carpet, $8. alarm clock, Motel 6 pillows and mattress, no closet to hang my coat, water marks and plaster peeling on the ceiling, filth in the vent above the bathroom sink (warning - don't look up when you gargle with mouthwash) etc.

Admittedly, the place isn't a total disaster but factoring in the $100 dollar and up per night price tag and the SURPRISE!! $10 destination fee on the bill in the morning, I was utterly disappointed and felt ripped off.

I did attempt to express my discontentment to the female clerk in the morning but she was totally unreceptive (probably having heard the same complaints 100s of times before).

As the title of my review suggests, having stayed here I only wished that the Admiral had Fell Inn.