Kimpton Schofield Hotel
2000 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44115, Cleveland, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.3 / 5
Kimpton Schofield Hotel is a 4-star upscale property in downtown Cleveland at 2000 E 9th St, set in a landmark Victorian building dating to 1902 and just off I-90. It’s a short walk to major entertainment and civic landmarks, including Playhouse Square (about 542 m) and Cleveland Public Square (about 579 m), with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame less than a mile away (about 1,226 m) alongside the Great Lakes Science Center (about 1,195 m). Rooms lean polished, retro-chic, with Italian linens, sitting areas, yoga mats, rainfall showers, and flat-screen TVs; most rooms have city views, and suites add separate living rooms. On-site offerings include an industrial-chic restaurant, evening cocktail hours, optional breakfast, in-room spa services, and a 24-hour gym, plus valet parking (fee). Complimentary perks include loaner bikes and morning hot drinks, supporting both sightseeing and car-free exploring in the downtown core. Nearby attractions also include The Arcade (about 295 m), Greater Cleveland Aquarium (about 1,464 m), and West Side Market (about 2,132 m), with several major museums farther east in University Circle.
Best for
Best suited to travelers who want a characterful, historic downtown stay with quick access to Cleveland’s theater, sports, and lakefront attractions—Quicken Loans Arena is about a 4-minute walk, and Playhouse Square is roughly 7 minutes on foot. It also fits guests who value boutique-style room details (rainfall showers, Italian linens) and on-site extras like evening cocktail hours, a 24-hour gym, and in-room spa services.
Travel tips
If you’re planning to walk to downtown sights, this address is especially convenient for The Arcade (about 295 m), Public Square (about 579 m), and Playhouse Square (about 542 m); the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Great Lakes Science Center are also walkable (about 1.2 km). Consider using the hotel’s free loaner bikes for lakefront rides or to reach the West Side Market area (about 2.1 km). Valet parking is available for a fee; if you’re sensitive to street sound, it may be worth requesting a quieter room location at check-in.
What guests say
Reviews frequently highlight friendly, attentive service across departments (front desk, valet, and restaurant) and praise the on-site food and dining experience. Guests also mention appealing décor and an overall beautiful property, with some noting strong room aesthetics and amenities, including standout suite experiences. Negative feedback centers on room variability—some guests report small or poorly lit rooms, limited views, and street noise. A few reviews raise maintenance and cleanliness concerns (e.g., water quality issues and dirty fixtures) and describe dissatisfaction with how a smoke-detector-related incident was handled, even when fees were ultimately waived.
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