Kimpton Hotel Monaco PhiladelphiavsIndependence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Both hotels are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia scores significantly higher than Best Western Plus Independence Park Hotel. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia comes in at #5 in Philadelphia with accolades from 14 reviews including Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia Show All Reviews
433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $149/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Business Center
Fodor's
"Opened in late-2012, Hotel Monaco offers style, sass, and LEED certification in the heart of the Philly's historic center, along with the beloved perks of the Kimpton brand." Full review
Star Service
"Strutting its stuff like a peacock on parade, this is hands-down one of the cleverest and most colorful concept hotels in the city." Full review
Gayot
"For visitors who wish to be close to historic American attractions such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and the Betsy Ross House, the Hotel Monaco offers plenty of style."
Zagat
"Opened in 2012, this boutique features a location next to Independence Hall, a rooftop bar and lounge, and rooms with historically inspired design mixed with modern elements."
Travel + Leisure
"Located in Center City, this Kimpton property sits conveniently near historic sites such as Independence Hall and features a rooftop lounge overlooking Liberty Bell Center." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Furnishings range from glossy red armoires to black lacquered bookshelves to mirrored end tables, to bonded leather headboards; picture windows are draped with bold blue and gold drapery." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Hotel Monaco — a cobblestone’s throw from Philadelphia’s historic attractions — is a layer cake of whimsical furnishings and audacious colours baked in the mould of an early-20th-century bank building." Full review
Jetsetter
"Smack-dab central sleep opposite the Liberty Bell, with designer digs, a gourmet steakhouse and a rooftop bar." Full review
Bon Appétit
"Location, location, location." Full review
Time Out
"Another Kimpton property, Hotel Monaco features the charming mix of history and modern attention to detail that have come to define the chain." Full review
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Make sure to take a trip up to the Stratus Rooftop Lounge—one of the best rooftop bars Philadelphia has to offer—to relax after sunset with an aperitif under the twinkling night sky.
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
235 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $153/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Frommer's
"This top choice for bed-and-breakfast-style lodging has a great location, 2 blocks from Independence Hall." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A small hotel catering to a mix of business types and Liberty Bell tourists, this Best Western offers an intimate spot near Independence Park and lively Old City."
DK Eyewitness
"Small, historic hotel dating back to 1856 with exquisitely decorated rooms, located within the heart of Old City and just a few blocks from Independence Mall and Penn’s Landing."
Star Service
"Located one short block from Independence Park, in an excellent location for sightseeing, this property is not an ordinary Best Western." Full review
Gayot
"While Best Westerns are not generally known for their singularity, The Best Western Independence Park Inn offers a notable blend of contemporary facilities in a historic setting."
Fodor's
"Surrounded by key historic sites as well as many nightlife options, this five-story Best Western hotel is within walking distance of just about everything you need." Full review