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The Ritz-Carlton, PhiladelphiavsHoliday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia is the choice of most writers compared to Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia E - Penns Landing. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia comes in at 93 with approval from 16 reviews like The Telegraph, Concierge and Fodor's.
The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia
Concierge
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
10 Avenue of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $212/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Concierge "The central location makes this a business traveler's dream, so don't be surprised to witness some expense-account posturing in the Vault cigar lounge."
Fodor's "You'll feel like you're checking into the Pantheon when you enter this neoclassical hotel set in a century-old bank building." Full review
Jetsetter "Old World class with a thoroughly modern spa, bistro and bar on Philly’s main drag." Full review
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Be sure to spend some magical time exploring Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, a dream world of colorful mosaics, tunnels and grottos that house a community art center.
OysterLuxury
"The Ritz is housed in a stunning 1904 bank building designed after the Pantheon, and its grand rotunda lobby delivers serious "wow" factor." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This exquisite, five-diamond luxury hotel sits directly across from City Hall in the former Girard/Mellon Bank Building."
Star Service "This hotel captures first place when it comes to high-octane commercial hospitality." Full review
Gayot "Visitors are inevitably stunned by the architectural splendor found both inside and out of the Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia."
BlackBook "The rooms, service and ambiance are of course unmatched, and even stopping by for a post-dinner desert at the cathedral-like lobby bar will make you feel more well-heeled than you should."
Zagat4.0
"A "ton of ornate marble" and the "unique" lobby bar beneath a 140-ft. tile dome set the stage for "historic" "luxury" at this former beaux arts bank across from City Hall."
Lonely Planet "This Ritz possesses one of the most lavish lobbies in North America, modelled after the Pantheon." Full review
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
Frommer's Fodor's
100 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $108/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "This budget-priced, high-rise hotel has no frills but is in a great location within walking distance of historic sites."
Star Service "Located just off Race Street, this remains the only waterfront hotel in the area, a foreboding 22-story limestone tower that rises from the shore like a miniature Empire State Building." Full review
Gayot "The Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penn's Landing is great for travelers who plan to spend much of their stay out and about in Philadelphia."
Frommer's "The rates are among the cheapest in town, there's free WiFi and complimentary breakfast, and the staff are (generally) notably helpful and friendly." Full review
Fodor's "The reasonable price is the main attraction at this 10-story hotel." Full review
