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The Westin PhiladelphiavsKimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
Both properties are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia is preferred by most professionals compared to The Westin Philadelphia. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia scores 92 with endorsements from 14 reviews such as Gayot, Fodor's and Frommer's.
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 Palomar Philadelphia Frommer's Fodor's DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler Star Service Gayot
Zagat Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
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117 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $117/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Small touches make quiet overnights here stand out: Leopard-print bathrobes, Frette linens, evening turndowns, and a daily wine hour." Full review
Fodor's "Touches of purple enliven the bright guest rooms, which have stylish modern furnishings. But it's not all about looks—the hotel staff is über friendly and helpful." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A modernist renovation of a historical building has resulted in an eye-catching, stylish, and eco-friendly boutique hotel."
Condé Nast Traveler "Terrifically located off Rittenhouse Square, The Palomar injects a dose of liveliness into Philadelphia’s stodgy hotel scene." Full review
Star Service "This is a crisper, less frivolous version of Hotel Monaco, a tightly run ship that seems more at home in commercial ports." Full review
Gayot "At Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, don't hesitate to bring the whole crew."
Zagat3.7
""Attention to detail" is the hallmark of this "well-appointed" Kimpton in a restored 1929 art deco building with an atmosphere that comes off as the "definition of modern chic"."
Travel + Leisure "Housed in a 1929 Art Deco landmark known as the Architects Building, the Hotel Palomar has some of the coolest digs in Philly." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"t scores for a sophisticated look, plush comforts in the 230 bedrooms, the buzzy Square 1682 bar/restaurant and its location near classy Rittenhouse Square." Full review
Jetsetter "Eco-conscious, art-oriented boutique hotel with a popular New American restaurant just off Rittenhouse Square." Full review
