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Philadelphia Marriott DowntownvsChestnut Hill Hotel
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown and Chestnut Hill Hotel are both praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown scores significantly better than Chestnut Hill Hotel. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown comes in at #21 in Philadelphia with approval from 7 publications like Oyster, Frommer's and Zagat.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $152/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "The largest hotel in the state, and then some, the thrice-incarnated Philadelphia Marriott is high volume -- and surprisingly high service." Full review
Fodor's "For an intrinsically impersonal type of place, the Marriott tries hard to meet special needs; it also offers some of the lowest rates in its price category." Full review
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You can request, at no additional cost, one of the 250 "rooms that work," with adjustable desks and extra lighting and outlets.
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The colossal Philadelphia Marriott Downtown takes up an entire block near City Hall." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A world-class convention hotel connected to the Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, the Philadelphia Downtown Marriott offers upgraded amenities on concierge-level floors."
Star Service "Located six blocks west of Independence Park, in a convenient central location, this massive Marriott is among the largest hotels in Pennsylvania, and a contender for biggest hotel on the east coast." Full review
Gayot "The hotel takes up an entire city block, and the lobby reception area resides in a 5-story atrium, complete with music, landscaping and a flowing fountain."
Zagat3.5
""Lovely", modern rooms outfitted with "comfortable" beds and "high-quality" bathroom amenities -- along with a "convenient" location adjacent to the Pennsylvania Convention Center."
Chestnut Hill Hotel DK Eyewitness Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
National Geographic
Time Out
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
