Chamounix Mansion & Carriage HousevsLe Meridien Philadelphia
Both Hostelling International - Chamounix Mansion and Le Meridien Philadelphia are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Le Meridien Philadelphia scores significantly better than Hostelling International - Chamounix Mansion. Le Meridien Philadelphia comes in at #7 in Philadelphia with recommendations from 13 sources like Jetsetter, Travel + Leisure and Zagat.
Chamounix Mansion & Carriage House
3250 Chamounix Drive, West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19131-3710
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
Frommer's
"This renovated 1802 Quaker farmhouse is the cheapest and most bucolic overnight in town." Full review
Time Out
"Hosts travelers in its antique-decorated space. There are a total of 80 beds in a dormitory setting. Chill out on the front porch or by the marble fireplace or use the facility’s free bikes." Full review
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Due to its secluded location, having a car or some sort of transportation is ideal.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
" In its public areas, set with antiques, harp, oriental rugs and paintings, the place is more like a B&B than a hostel; the dorms themselves are basic. " Full review
Le Meridien Philadelphia Show All Reviews
1421 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"In view of City Hall, across from LOVE Park, this midpriced, upscale Starwood-owned hotel combines elegant Georgian architecture with modern everything else, from decor to service." Full review
Fodor's
"The contrast between the building's inherent charm and Le Méridien's modern decor comes off smoothly." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Le Meridien is one of the most stylish hotels in Center City, with a striking combination of historical and modern design." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A classic stone Georgian-revival building, this hotel features a striking atrium lobby and a mix of antiques and contemporary style."
Star Service
"Not for everyone, this is a showy place, and the exciting modern decor, dynamite dining room, professional service and fine location will suit most business and leisure travelers able to afford it." Full review
Gayot
"The Georgian Revival-style building housing Le Meridien Philadelphia has come a long way since its days as a YMCA."
BlackBook
"Philadelphia's Le Méridien offers Georgian-revival architecture, a spectacular 75-foot atrium and a sexy red-white-and-gray color scene."
Zagat
3.5
""The "central location" around the corner from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and across from LOVE Park is a selling point of this "hidden gem"."
Travel + Leisure
"This Starwood property in a 10-story Georgian revival-style building features 202 rooms with bold black-and-white decor and red accents." Full review
Jetsetter
"Thoughtfully updated architectural gem with a popular French restaurant and bar in the heart of Center City." Full review