Kimpton Hotel Palomar PhiladelphiavsHilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia and Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City are both rated very highly by writers. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia ranks significantly better than Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia is ranked #4 in Philadelphia with endorsements from 14 publications like Star Service, Afar Magazine and Gayot.
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
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
1100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $118/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"This hotel is an affordable alternative to other hotels near the Pennsylvania Convention Center." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This popular and fashionable chain hotel has newly renovated rooms and is located near the Pennsylvania Convention Center, a block or two from Chinatown."
Gayot
"After a long day spent at the Convention Center, business travelers find the hotel lounge a great spot to meet up with fellow execs to have a drink and unwind."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Directly across the street from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, making it an affordable place to stay for business travelers and convention-goers." Full review
Frommer's
"If you're in town primarily for a business convention (or the Flower Show) and prefer to stay right next to the Philadelphia Convention Center, the Hilton is your best bet." Full review