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Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia ranks slightly higher than The Independent Hotel. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia comes in at #5 in Philadelphia with endorsements from 14 reviews such as Oyster, Gayot and Fodor's.
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1234 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $72/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "This restored Georgian Revival-turned-boutique hotel sits in the heart of Midtown Village, Washington West, and the Gayborhood, atop a popular restaurant and bar." Full review
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Reopened under new ownership in 2008, the spacious, contemporary-meets-traditional guest rooms here vary in shape and style: Choose one with exposed brick, or a fireplace, a cathedral ceiling, or a loft sleeping area.
Fodor's "The Independent is among a handful of newer boutique alternatives to Philadelphia's big convention hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This sophisticated boutique hotel is housed in a restored Georgian Revival building in Center City’s hip, midtown village district."
Gayot "Located within a fully restored Georgian-Revival building, this property is only one block away from Philadelphia's thriving performing arts district."
BlackBook "Cozy and charming, the newest (as of August '08) Independent Hotel boasts 24 sumptuous rooms in a restored Georgian-Revival building."
Zagat3.7
"An "awesome" location with "tons of things to do within walking distance" draws fans of this Georgian Revival--turned--boutique hotel in Midtown Village."
Jetsetter "Sophisticated boutique sleep in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood with a cozy Italian restaurant." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Independent Hotel, in Philadelphia’s funky Midtown Village, is within walking distance of the city’s downtown attractions: Independence Hall, cool restaurants and good shopping." Full review
Time Out "Ideal because of its Midtown Village location...colorful artwork and soft, cozy lighting enhance each of the 24 rooms." Full review
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Choose a spacious King Deluxe with dark wood furniture or a Double Queen Deluxe with an original tin ceiling.
Afar Magazine "The Independent Hotel is a charming and stylish 24-room boutique hotel located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Midtown Village neighborhood." 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.
