Le Meridien PhiladelphiavsIndependence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Le Meridien Philadelphia and Best Western Plus Independence Park Hotel are both rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, Le Meridien Philadelphia is the choice of most reviewers compared to Best Western Plus Independence Park Hotel. Le Meridien Philadelphia comes in at #7 in Philadelphia with recommendations from 13 sources such as Fodor's, Zagat and Oyster.
Le Meridien Philadelphia Show All Reviews
1421 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"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
Fodor's
"The contrast between the building's inherent charm and Le Méridien's modern decor comes off smoothly." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Le Meridien is one of the most stylish hotels in Center City, with a striking combination of historical and modern design." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A classic stone Georgian-revival building, this hotel features a striking atrium lobby and a mix of antiques and contemporary style."
Star Service
"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
Gayot
"The Georgian Revival-style building housing Le Meridien Philadelphia has come a long way since its days as a YMCA."
BlackBook
"Philadelphia's Le Méridien offers Georgian-revival architecture, a spectacular 75-foot atrium and a sexy red-white-and-gray color scene."
Zagat
3.5
""The "central location" around the corner from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and across from LOVE Park is a selling point of this "hidden gem"."
Travel + Leisure
"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
Jetsetter
"Thoughtfully updated architectural gem with a popular French restaurant and bar in the heart of Center City." Full review
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