Wyndham Philadelphia Historic DistrictvsKimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia scores significantly higher than Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia comes in at 89 with recommendations from 14 reviews like Frommer's, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
400 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $127/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"This eight-floor Holiday Inn, with its line of international flags outside, is easy to find and offers lickety-split access to all your major historic sites." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Its excellent and convenient location – one block from Independence Mall and within walking distance of the Market Street shopping area – make it a popular destination for tourists."
Gayot
"An excellent location makes this simple hotel stand out."
Fodor's
"This eight-story hotel sits within what is billed as the country's "most historic square mile," within a block and a half of the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District is a 364-room chain hotel with business- and family-friendly amenities." Full review
Time Out
"Its location in Historic Old City makes this Wyndham the perfect place to stop for sightseeing travelers." Full review
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia 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 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
"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.