Chestnut Hill HotelvsKimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
Both Chestnut Hill Hotel and Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia is the choice of most professionals compared to Chestnut Hill Hotel. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia is ranked #4 in Philadelphia with praise from 14 reviews including Jetsetter, Condé Nast Traveler and Zagat.
Chestnut Hill Hotel
8229 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118
From $159/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
DK Eyewitness
"Built in 1891, this historic hotel is situated along the cobblestoned streets of Germantown Avenue."
Fodor's
"There's nothing particularly fancy about the environs, but there's nothing missing, either—every room has a refrigerator, flat-screen television, and coffeemaker. " Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Charm is the name of the game at this historic boutique property in beautiful Chestnut Hill." Full review
National Geographic
"Chic, upper-class neighborhood, nine miles (14 kilometers) north of Center City with charming, pedestrian-friendly mix of retail and restaurants; next door to Thursday-through-Saturday farmers market." Full review
Time Out
"Each of the 36 rooms is unique, including the four in the nearby Carriage House, which delights guests with reclaimed wooden doors and seasonal fireplaces." Full review
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia Show All Reviews
117 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $117/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Small touches make quiet overnights here stand out: Leopard-print bathrobes, Frette linens, evening turndowns, and a daily wine hour." Full review
Fodor's
"Touches of purple enliven the bright guest rooms, which have stylish modern furnishings. But it's not all about looks—the hotel staff is über friendly and helpful." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A modernist renovation of a historical building has resulted in an eye-catching, stylish, and eco-friendly boutique hotel."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Terrifically located off Rittenhouse Square, The Palomar injects a dose of liveliness into Philadelphia’s stodgy hotel scene." Full review
Star Service
"This is a crisper, less frivolous version of Hotel Monaco, a tightly run ship that seems more at home in commercial ports." Full review
Gayot
"At Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, don't hesitate to bring the whole crew."
Zagat
3.7
""Attention to detail" is the hallmark of this "well-appointed" Kimpton in a restored 1929 art deco building with an atmosphere that comes off as the "definition of modern chic"."
Travel + Leisure
"Housed in a 1929 Art Deco landmark known as the Architects Building, the Hotel Palomar has some of the coolest digs in Philly." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"t scores for a sophisticated look, plush comforts in the 230 bedrooms, the buzzy Square 1682 bar/restaurant and its location near classy Rittenhouse Square." Full review
Jetsetter
"Eco-conscious, art-oriented boutique hotel with a popular New American restaurant just off Rittenhouse Square." Full review