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The Westin PhiladelphiavsKimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
The Westin Philadelphia and Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia are both rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia scores slightly better than The Westin Philadelphia. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia has a TripExpert Score of 89 with positive reviews from 14 publications including Jetsetter, Condé Nast Traveler and Afar Magazine.
The Westin Philadelphia
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99 South 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $116/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The best reason to stay at this Westin is to get an amazing night's rest in town." Full review
Fodor's "If luxurious accommodations and plenty of shopping are your top priorities, you're not going to beat the Westin." Full review
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If you prefer privacy while you work out, ask for a room with its own fitness equipment.
OysterUpscale
"The Westin Philadelphia is an elegant hotel with a central location close to Rittenhouse Square, shopping, and dining." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This is an elegant chain hotel with luxuriously decorated lobby, lounge areas, and restaurants. The hotel is connected to Liberty Place, which has trendy shops and boutiques."
Star Service "Once a Ritz-Carlton, this property continues to uphold high standards under Starwood's Westin brand." Full review
Gayot "Formerly the St. Regis, this 15-story wonder is located in a large shopping galleria in downtown Philadelphia at Liberty Place."
BlackBook "Big rooms, well equipped gyms and spas—don't want America's business traveler getting out of shape—and perhaps the best bed/mattress/comforter set up of any large hotel."
Travel + Leisure "Conveniently connected to the popular shops and offices at Liberty Place in Center City, this hotel features Westin’s signature Heavenly® Beds in over 300 guest rooms and suites." Full review
Time Out "Guests are treated to a stylish, contemporary hotel experience that puts them within walking distance of Rittenhouse Square, the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and City Hall." Full review
Afar Magazine "Soak up the best of Philadelphia from historic Rittenhouse Square, where top sites and shops are just steps from our relaxing refuge.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia Fodor's Star Service Gayot
Zagat Travel + Leisure Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
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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.
