Kimpton Hotel Palomar PhiladelphiavsHampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City - Convention Center. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia ranks #4 in Philadelphia with accolades from 13 publications such as Star Service, Travel + Leisure and Afar Magazine.
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
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
1301 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $105/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Rooms are on par with other Hampton Inns -- not too big, not too small, nothing fancy." Full review
Concierge
"Hampton Inn is the budget member of the Hilton chain, so don't expect to see Paris anywhere near this 250-room budget lodge."
Fodor's
"This hotel bills itself as the "best value hotel in Center City"." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located right next to the Convention Center, this property is ideal for people attending conventions."
Gayot
"The Hampton Inn Philadelphia Convention Center is an appealing option for those seeking a reliable and convenient downtown location."