Four Points by Sheraton Philadelphia City CentervsApple Hostels Philadelphia
Both properties are recommended by writers. On balance, Apple Hostels Philadelphia scores marginally higher than Four Points by Sheraton Philadelphia City Center. Apple Hostels Philadelphia scores 77 with praise from 4 publications like Lonely Planet, Time Out and Rough Guide.
Four Points by Sheraton Philadelphia City Center
1201 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $88/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Fodor's
"With its understated boutique-like charms, this Four Points, opened in December 2008, offers a practical yet homey alternative to some of its larger neighbors in the convention center area." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located four blocks from the Convention Center, it has a fabulous seafood restaurant and an impressive modern design with a four-story high lobby atrium."
Star Service
"This huge convention hotel remains a safe, dependable chain offering, and the staff holds up well under pressure. Security remains a conspicuous presence." Full review
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Guests should request a unit on the 22nd floor or higher—the views are exceptional.
Gayot
"The 92-room property offers free high-speed Internet access and complimentary bottled water for their guests who will surely find comfort in modern, country-cozy style rooms."
Time Out
"Across the street from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, this hotel is the spot for those on business to recharge while also having the convenience of location to Chinatown and Center City." Full review
Apple Hostels Philadelphia
32 Bank Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $19/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
- Business Center
Rough Guide
"Friendly hostel wedged between Independence Hall National Park and Old City, with bunk beds from $30, some private rooms and free games, tea and coffee. No curfews."
Frommer's
"Cash-strapped visitors to Philly are in luck, because this stalwart hostel is planted right in the heart of Old City, just a few blocks from the marquee sights of Independence National Historic Park." Full review
Time Out
"Male, female and coed dorms and eight private rooms which feature a queen-sized bed and bunk beds or two sets of bunk beds with a private living area." Full review
Frommer's
"Cash-strapped visitors to Philly are in luck, because this stalwart hostel is planted right in the heart of Old City, just a few blocks from the marquee sights of Independence National Historic Park—the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and all the rest—and right in the middle of the neighborhood's picturesque cobblestoned streets lined by restaurants, art galleries, bars, boutiques, and colonial-era sights" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The Old City's best hostel is hidden down an alley and spans both sides of the street." Full review