The Westin Cincinnati  

In the thick of downtown Cincinnati, steps from Fountain Square and a short walk from Great American Ball Park. Close to Carew Tower, the Mercantile Library and the Contemporary Arts Center. Pet-friendly and ideal for city explorers who want instant access to downtown dining, museums and sports.

Contemporary rooms with a soothing color palette and skyline or Fountain Square views. Expect plush pillowtop beds with down comforters, minibars or refrigerators, LCD TVs and generous workstations. Bathrooms come with designer toiletries and bathrobes for a relaxed, urban stay.

Indoor pool, a spa tub and a 24-hour fitness studio keep wellness front and center. On-site concierge, gift shop, laundry and dry-cleaning services make travel easy. Self-parking is available (subject to charges), and you can wake up to city-skyline mornings.

Extensive meeting and event space plus a business center for conferences and presentations. Wired and wireless Internet access is available, and express check-out keeps busy schedules on track.

A modern on-site restaurant and a coffee shop/café serve breakfast and casual meals. There’s also a bar/lounge for evening drinks and 24-hour room service for late-night cravings.