DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center CityvsRenaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
Both Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City and Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel scores slightly better than Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City. Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel scores 81 with endorsements from 9 reviews such as Star Service, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.
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
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This small, polished corner hotel banks on its terrific Independence National Historical Park location, less than a block from Old City's trendy restaurant and gallery scene." Full review
Lonely Planet
"If you came to Philly to admire its revolutionary past, this hotel should be near the top of your list."
Travel + Leisure
"Marble-clad hotel near Philly’s historic sites, including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. ." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This four-star, four-diamond hotel has large-sized rooms with marble bathrooms."
Zagat
3.7
"The "mix of historic feel and modern comforts" and other "innlike" qualities of this small hotel provide an oasis in the "middle of the hustle and bustle" of Old City."
Gayot
"The elaborate lobby fireplace sets the tone in this charming hotel---a thoughtful blend of elegant and cozy."
Fodor's
"An ornate fireplace dominates the breathtaking marble lobby of this towering hotel in the historic district." Full review
Star Service
"A favorite of leisure and business travelers, it is blessed with attentive service and excellent maintenance, and its refined residential style is peppered with traditional elegance." Full review
Time Out
"The décor is best described as classic and clean and several of the 150 rooms and suites offer views of Independence Hall. " Full review