Philadelphia Marriott DowntownvsLe Meridien Philadelphia
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown and Le Meridien Philadelphia are both highly recommended by experts. Overall, Le Meridien Philadelphia ranks significantly higher than Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Le Meridien Philadelphia scores 86 with accolades from 13 sources such as BlackBook, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $152/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"The largest hotel in the state, and then some, the thrice-incarnated Philadelphia Marriott is high volume -- and surprisingly high service." Full review
Fodor's
"For an intrinsically impersonal type of place, the Marriott tries hard to meet special needs; it also offers some of the lowest rates in its price category." Full review
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You can request, at no additional cost, one of the 250 "rooms that work," with adjustable desks and extra lighting and outlets.
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The colossal Philadelphia Marriott Downtown takes up an entire block near City Hall." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A world-class convention hotel connected to the Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, the Philadelphia Downtown Marriott offers upgraded amenities on concierge-level floors."
Star Service
"Located six blocks west of Independence Park, in a convenient central location, this massive Marriott is among the largest hotels in Pennsylvania, and a contender for biggest hotel on the east coast." Full review
Gayot
"The hotel takes up an entire city block, and the lobby reception area resides in a 5-story atrium, complete with music, landscaping and a flowing fountain."
Zagat
3.5
""Lovely", modern rooms outfitted with "comfortable" beds and "high-quality" bathroom amenities -- along with a "convenient" location adjacent to the Pennsylvania Convention Center."
Le Meridien Philadelphia Show All Reviews
1421 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"In view of City Hall, across from LOVE Park, this midpriced, upscale Starwood-owned hotel combines elegant Georgian architecture with modern everything else, from decor to service." Full review
Fodor's
"The contrast between the building's inherent charm and Le Méridien's modern decor comes off smoothly." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Le Meridien is one of the most stylish hotels in Center City, with a striking combination of historical and modern design." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A classic stone Georgian-revival building, this hotel features a striking atrium lobby and a mix of antiques and contemporary style."
Star Service
"Not for everyone, this is a showy place, and the exciting modern decor, dynamite dining room, professional service and fine location will suit most business and leisure travelers able to afford it." Full review
Gayot
"The Georgian Revival-style building housing Le Meridien Philadelphia has come a long way since its days as a YMCA."
BlackBook
"Philadelphia's Le Méridien offers Georgian-revival architecture, a spectacular 75-foot atrium and a sexy red-white-and-gray color scene."
Zagat
3.5
""The "central location" around the corner from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and across from LOVE Park is a selling point of this "hidden gem"."
Travel + Leisure
"This Starwood property in a 10-story Georgian revival-style building features 202 rooms with bold black-and-white decor and red accents." Full review
Jetsetter
"Thoughtfully updated architectural gem with a popular French restaurant and bar in the heart of Center City." Full review