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The Ritz-Carlton, PhiladelphiavsChamounix Mansion & Carriage House
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia ranks significantly better than Hostelling International - Chamounix Mansion. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia scores 93 with positive reviews from 16 publications such as Travel + Leisure, BlackBook and Lonely Planet.
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
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
