Hilton Netherland Plaza

The public areas of the hotel are a series of complex cascading spaces that are richly decorated in the French Art Deco style. The former lobby now known as the Palm Court is the centerpiece of the hotel, and its Brazilian rosewood paneling and decorative metalwork create an elegant atmosphere that was once perceived as fancifal and modern.

Unique FeaturesThe main ballroom space, the Hall of Mirrors, is one of the most popular celebration spaces in the city. The two story ballroom has a balcony wrapping three sides of the space providing additional seating for the ballroom.
Associate ArchitectDelano & Aldrich
Public AccessThe hotel's lobby, the Palm Court, and the pre-function space for the Hall of Mirrors are open to the public.
Completion Date1930
Original Function800 room hotel
StyleAmerican Modern with Art Deco motifs
ArchitectWalter Aeschlager
35 W. Fifth St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Renovation History

1983 : The renovation process uncovered portions of the original hotel that had been covered including the decorative ceiling of the Palm Court. The renovation restorted the hotel to its original glory making it one of Cincinnati's most prized icons.

The renovation process uncovered portions of the original hotel that had been covered including the decorative ceiling of the Palm Court. The renovation restorted the hotel to its original glory making it one of Cincinnati's most prized icons.

ArchitectRichard Rauh & Associates