"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."

"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

"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

"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

"The Old City's best hostel is hidden down an alley and spans both sides of the street." Full review

"In view of City Hall, across from LOVE Park, this midpriced, upscale Starwood-owned hotel combines elegant Georgian architecture with modern everything else, from decor to service." Full review

"The contrast between the building's inherent charm and Le Méridien's modern decor comes off smoothly." Full review

"Le Meridien is one of the most stylish hotels in Center City, with a striking combination of historical and modern design." Full review

"A classic stone Georgian-revival building, this hotel features a striking atrium lobby and a mix of antiques and contemporary style."

"Not for everyone, this is a showy place, and the exciting modern decor, dynamite dining room, professional service and fine location will suit most business and leisure travelers able to afford it." Full review

"The Georgian Revival-style building housing Le Meridien Philadelphia has come a long way since its days as a YMCA."

"Philadelphia's Le Méridien offers Georgian-revival architecture, a spectacular 75-foot atrium and a sexy red-white-and-gray color scene."

""The "central location" around the corner from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and across from LOVE Park is a selling point of this "hidden gem"."

"This Starwood property in a 10-story Georgian revival-style building features 202 rooms with bold black-and-white decor and red accents." Full review

"Thoughtfully updated architectural gem with a popular French restaurant and bar in the heart of Center City." Full review