Hotels in Philadelphia, PA

Best places to stay in Philadelphia

Steeped in a rich blend of history, art, architecture and culinary traditions, Philadelphia (Philly) is an exciting short stay destination along the Delaware River. Locals refer to Downtown Philly as Center City which is home to several smaller neighbourhoods. Every neighbourhood features historic streets, much talked-about eateries, live music venues, craft beer bars and independent shops. Here are few of the preferred neighbourhoods and hotels that you can choose from, to make your stay a comfortable and memorable one.

Old City / Society Hill

The oldest section of Philadelphia, the Old City area lies along the Delaware River. Old City is home to some of the most popular attractions in Philly. It also features busy art galleries and great nightlife venues. Society Hill is mainly a residential area with some of the finest architectural landmarks in Philly. Just a 6-minute walk from the Liberty Bell, you can enjoy relaxed, contemporary accommodation at the Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District. In the heart of Society Hill, you can consider the well-appointed guest rooms of the Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill hotel on One Dock Street.

Convention Center / City Hall area

A short walk from the historic sites, this neighbourhood is in close proximity to Gayborhood, and is a popular area among business travellers, conventioneers, as well as the LGBT community. You can look at any of the 3 convenient Marriott properties in this neighbourhood – Philadelphia Marriott Downtown on Market Street, Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown on North Juniper Street, and the Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City on One East Penn Square. Right across the street from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, you also have the Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City on Arch Street.

Rittenhouse Square / West of Broad Street

Rittenhouse Square is a park in the middle of the most expensive real estate in the city. This neighbourhood boasts fine dining restaurants, high-end shopping, and a wide choice of luxury accommodation. Enjoy an ultra-luxurious stay at the Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, set in a historic Art-Deco-style building, a 5-minute walk from Rittenhouse Square. Across the street from the Rittenhouse Square, stay in the plush rooms and suites of The Rittenhouse hotel, and experience the perfect balance of sophistication and relaxation.

University City / West Philadelphia

Located west of the Schuylkill River, West Philadelphia encompasses West Fairmount Park down to University City where the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University spill into one another. This is a student-friendly neighbourhood with plenty of cheap eateries and moderately priced accommodation, but it’s further away from the popular sites and attractions of Philly. On the University of Pennsylvania campus, you have the Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel as well as The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel.

Philadelphia International Airport

The Philadelphia International Airport is a 20-minute drive from Center City. The Talen Energy Stadium for soccer is located in the area near the airport. You’ll find several international chain hotels in this neighbourhood. Enjoy the modern, comfortable rooms of The Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport hotel. You can also consider the Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Airport hotel which is just a short and convenient shuttle ride from the airport.

Cheap hotels in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is known to have several well-known but pricey hotels in the downtown area. Other cheap hotels outside Center City may not be economical since they’ll add to your transportation cost to and from the Center City. However, if you search carefully and book in advance, you’ll find a handful of reasonably-priced and conveniently-located hotels within Center City. Check out the La Reserve B&B, a quaint bed and breakfast set in a 19th-century Victorian townhouse, just steps away from Rittenhouse Square. Set in a 1901 redbrick building, you have the Art-Deco styled rooms of Alexander Inn, which is just around the corner from the antique shops on Pine Street. You can also consider the refined rooms with period furnishings at the Morris House Hotel, an upscale boutique-style hotel set in an 18th-century Colonial home, just a 7-minute walk from Independence Hall.