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Alexander InnvsPenn's View Hotel
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Penn's View Hotel ranks marginally higher than Alexander Inn. Penn's View Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with accolades from 11 reviewers including DK Eyewitness, The Telegraph and Rough Guide.
Alexander Inn
DK Eyewitness
Gayot
BlackBook
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Oyster
Not For Tourists
Time Out
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
301 South 12th and Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $99/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Fitness Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
DK Eyewitness "This boutique hotel has modern decor that adds a touch of European charm. It has an excellent Center City location, just a couple of blocks from the theater district."
Gayot "Although it opened in 1998, this hotel was designed to reflect 1930s modern decor—you may feel as if you've traveled back in time to a cruise ship in the early 20th century."
BlackBook "The Alexander combines just the right amount of laissez-faire attitude and professionalism."
Fodor's "The well maintained rooms at this small hotel have an Art Deco feel." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"Wonderful value given the central location, and the hotel provides free breakfast, free daily snacks, and free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour fitness center." Full review
Not For Tourists "Decent prices for the area."
Time Out "One of the greatest things about the Alexander Inn, open since 1998, is the variety of room types it offers." Full review
Frommer's "Simple, eminently affordable little rooms—ask for one with bay windows for a sitting nook, or a corner room, which are the biggest—help make this spot in Washington Square West popular." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Independent with a loyal gay following, this small boutique hotel offers personable service and Art Deco-inspired rooms at modest rates." Full review
Penn's View Hotel Fodor's DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide Gayot BlackBook
Zagat
The Telegraph
National Geographic Time Out Show All Reviews
14 North Front St. & Market, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "This cosmopolitan little hotel in a refurbished 19th-century commercial building on the fringe of Old City has its own brand of urban charm." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Cozy and family owned, this European-style hotel features murals and marble throughout the property."
Rough Guide "Exceptional service and clean,comfortable rooms in Old City, some of the best value in central Philly."
Michelin Guide "An Old City gem inside two connecting 19C warehouses overlooking the Delaware River."
Gayot "Picture exposed brick, wrought iron beds, Chippendale-esque furniture, fireplaces and hot tubs...these are some of the offerings of rooms at Penn's View Inn."
BlackBook "Penn's View old-school charm includes a bar with the largest wine preservation and dispensing system in the world, pretty amazing."
Zagat3.2
"Respect abounds for this "great little boutique" "overlooking Penn's Landing" (and I-95) within "walking distance" of historic attractions."
The Telegraph8.0
"The 49-room Penn’s View Hotel has long been popular, thanks to its views over the Delaware River, and ownership of one of Philadelphia’s favourite Italian restaurants." Full review
National Geographic "“Quaint, homey, and easy to find, right off I-95. Love the wine bar"...old-World style, close to colonial sites; 51 rooms, some with marble baths and gas fireplaces." Full review
Time Out "Other Historic Old City attractions, including the new Museum of the American Revolution, are within walking distance." Full review
