DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center CityvsKimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
Both Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City and Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia are praised by experts. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia ranks significantly better than Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia is ranked #4 in Philadelphia with approval from 14 publications including The Telegraph, Fodor's and DK Eyewitness.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
237 South Broad Street, Broad and Locust Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107-5686
From $113/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Avenue of the Arts location of this hotel is good for culture seekers and families." Full review
Fodor's
"The hotel's sawtooth design ensures that each room has a peaked bay window with an eye-popping 180-degree view." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A high-rise hotel in the heart of Philadelphia on the Avenue of the Arts, this property is across from the Kimmel Center, the Academy of Music, and the Merriam Theater."
Gayot
"Located directly across from the Academy of Music, this chain hotel finds a touch of originality in the vibrant cultural mood of its creative surroundings."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Highlights include a heated rooftop pool, a great fitness center, a sauna, a restaurant/bar, and an attached garage with parking available for a fee." Full review
Time Out
"Theater buffs can enjoy a drink at the hotel’s in-house bistro, Standing O, or breakfast on the balcony. " 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