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Philadelphia Marriott DowntownvsKimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia

Both properties are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia ranks significantly higher than Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia ranks #5 in Philadelphia with accolades from 14 sources like Time Out, Travel + Leisure and Bon Appétit.

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
7/10
1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $152/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The largest hotel in the state, and then some, the thrice-incarnated Philadelphia Marriott is high volume -- and surprisingly high service." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"For an intrinsically impersonal type of place, the Marriott tries hard to meet special needs; it also offers some of the lowest rates in its price category." Full review
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You can request, at no additional cost, one of the 250 "rooms that work," with adjustable desks and extra lighting and outlets.
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The colossal Philadelphia Marriott Downtown takes up an entire block near City Hall." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A world-class convention hotel connected to the Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, the Philadelphia Downtown Marriott offers upgraded amenities on concierge-level floors."
Star Service Star Service
"Located six blocks west of Independence Park, in a convenient central location, this massive Marriott is among the largest hotels in Pennsylvania, and a contender for biggest hotel on the east coast." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"The hotel takes up an entire city block, and the lobby reception area resides in a 5-story atrium, complete with music, landscaping and a flowing fountain."
Zagat Zagat
3.5
""Lovely", modern rooms outfitted with "comfortable" beds and "high-quality" bathroom amenities -- along with a "convenient" location adjacent to the Pennsylvania Convention Center."
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
8/10
433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $149/night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Multilingual
  • Business Center
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Opened in late-2012, Hotel Monaco offers style, sass, and LEED certification in the heart of the Philly's historic center, along with the beloved perks of the Kimpton brand." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Strutting its stuff like a peacock on parade, this is hands-down one of the cleverest and most colorful concept hotels in the city." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"For visitors who wish to be close to historic American attractions such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and the Betsy Ross House, the Hotel Monaco offers plenty of style."
Zagat Zagat
"Opened in 2012, this boutique features a location next to Independence Hall, a rooftop bar and lounge, and rooms with historically inspired design mixed with modern elements."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located in Center City, this Kimpton property sits conveniently near historic sites such as Independence Hall and features a rooftop lounge overlooking Liberty Bell Center." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Furnishings range from glossy red armoires to black lacquered bookshelves to mirrored end tables, to bonded leather headboards; picture windows are draped with bold blue and gold drapery." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Hotel Monaco — a cobblestone’s throw from Philadelphia’s historic attractions — is a layer cake of whimsical furnishings and audacious colours baked in the mould of an early-20th-century bank building." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Smack-dab central sleep opposite the Liberty Bell, with designer digs, a gourmet steakhouse and a rooftop bar." Full review
Bon Appétit Bon Appétit
"Location, location, location." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Another Kimpton property, Hotel Monaco features the charming mix of history and modern attention to detail that have come to define the chain." Full review
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Make sure to take a trip up to the Stratus Rooftop Lounge—one of the best rooftop bars Philadelphia has to offer—to relax after sunset with an aperitif under the twinkling night sky.
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