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Chamounix Mansion & Carriage HousevsPenn's View Hotel
Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Penn's View Hotel ranks significantly better than Hostelling International - Chamounix Mansion. Penn's View Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with praise from 11 publications such as Fodor's, BlackBook and Zagat.
Chamounix Mansion & Carriage House
Frommer's
Time Out
Lonely Planet
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
Penn's View Hotel
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
The Telegraph
National Geographic Time Out Show All Reviews
14 North Front St. & Market, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "This cosmopolitan little hotel in a refurbished 19th-century commercial building on the fringe of Old City has its own brand of urban charm." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Cozy and family owned, this European-style hotel features murals and marble throughout the property."
Rough Guide "Exceptional service and clean,comfortable rooms in Old City, some of the best value in central Philly."
Michelin Guide "An Old City gem inside two connecting 19C warehouses overlooking the Delaware River."
Gayot "Picture exposed brick, wrought iron beds, Chippendale-esque furniture, fireplaces and hot tubs...these are some of the offerings of rooms at Penn's View Inn."
BlackBook "Penn's View old-school charm includes a bar with the largest wine preservation and dispensing system in the world, pretty amazing."
Zagat3.2
"Respect abounds for this "great little boutique" "overlooking Penn's Landing" (and I-95) within "walking distance" of historic attractions."
The Telegraph8.0
"The 49-room Penn’s View Hotel has long been popular, thanks to its views over the Delaware River, and ownership of one of Philadelphia’s favourite Italian restaurants." Full review
National Geographic "“Quaint, homey, and easy to find, right off I-95. Love the wine bar"...old-World style, close to colonial sites; 51 rooms, some with marble baths and gas fireplaces." Full review
Time Out "Other Historic Old City attractions, including the new Museum of the American Revolution, are within walking distance." Full review
