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Sheraton Philadelphia University City HotelvsKimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
Both Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel and Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia scores significantly better than Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia ranks #5 in Philadelphia with positive reviews from 14 publications including Jetsetter, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Gayot
Oyster
Time Out
3549 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Although it's not a spot in which you'd want to while away the hours... it does have comfortable beds and oversize business desks with ergonomic chairs." Full review
Fodor's "With plush beds and 37-inch flat-screen televisions, spacious work areas, and free in-room desktop computers with free Internet access, this hotel offers a nice balance of luxury and practicality." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This is a large and efficient full-service chain hotel on the University of Pennsylvania campus."
Gayot "While popular with visitors to the University of Pennsylvania because of its location right on the campus, this hotel also welcomes business and holiday travelers."
OysterMid-Range
"Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel is a mid-range hotel located on the University of Pennsylvania campus." Full review
Time Out "Perfect for campus visits, this hotel neighbors nearby University of Penn, Drexel University and University of the Sciences." Full review
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia Fodor's
Star Service Gayot
Zagat
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Bon Appétit Time Out Show All Reviews
433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $149/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Business Center
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 "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 "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 "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 "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 "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 Telegraph8.0
"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 "Smack-dab central sleep opposite the Liberty Bell, with designer digs, a gourmet steakhouse and a rooftop bar." Full review
Bon Appétit "Location, location, location." Full review
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.
