DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center CityvsPenn's View Hotel
Both Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City and Penn's View Hotel are endorsed by professionals. On balance, Penn's View Hotel ranks slightly better than Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City. Penn's View Hotel comes in at 82 with approval from 11 reviews including Frommer's, DK Eyewitness and Zagat.
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
Penn's View Hotel Show All Reviews
14 North Front St. & Market, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"This cosmopolitan little hotel in a refurbished 19th-century commercial building on the fringe of Old City has its own brand of urban charm." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Cozy and family owned, this European-style hotel features murals and marble throughout the property."
Rough Guide
"Exceptional service and clean,comfortable rooms in Old City, some of the best value in central Philly."
Michelin Guide
"An Old City gem inside two connecting 19C warehouses overlooking the Delaware River."
Gayot
"Picture exposed brick, wrought iron beds, Chippendale-esque furniture, fireplaces and hot tubs...these are some of the offerings of rooms at Penn's View Inn."
BlackBook
"Penn's View old-school charm includes a bar with the largest wine preservation and dispensing system in the world, pretty amazing."
Zagat
3.2
"Respect abounds for this "great little boutique" "overlooking Penn's Landing" (and I-95) within "walking distance" of historic attractions."
The Telegraph
8.0
"The 49-room Penn’s View Hotel has long been popular, thanks to its views over the Delaware River, and ownership of one of Philadelphia’s favourite Italian restaurants." Full review
National Geographic
"“Quaint, homey, and easy to find, right off I-95. Love the wine bar"...old-World style, close to colonial sites; 51 rooms, some with marble baths and gas fireplaces." Full review
Time Out
"Other Historic Old City attractions, including the new Museum of the American Revolution, are within walking distance." Full review