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The Gables Bed and BreakfastvsLe Meridien Philadelphia
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Le Meridien Philadelphia ranks significantly higher than The Gables Bed and Breakfast. Le Meridien Philadelphia comes in at 80 with recommendations from 9 reviews including Fodor's, BlackBook and oyster.com.
The Gables Bed and Breakfast
Frommer's
Fodor's
Not For Tourists
National Geographic
Afar Magazine
The Infatuation
Lonely Planet
4520 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
From $195/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Business Center
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Frommer's "This lovely 1889 Victorian, once one of West Philadelphia's first and finest mansions, now serves as a charmingly eclectic bed-and-breakfast." Full review
Fodor's "Built in 1889 for a prominent doctor and his family, this ornate mansion is a wonderful place for a B&B." Full review
Not For Tourists "Beautiful Victorian house conveniently located near University City."
National Geographic "Victorian chockablock with antiques, most of the ten guestrooms have private baths." Full review
Afar Magazine "Among the Gables’ charms are local chestnut and cherry woodwork, oak floors with mahogany, ash, and cherry wood inlay, and a wraparound front porch...a hearty breakfast is included. " Full review
The Infatuation "The space is beautiful, including an outdoor terrace that feels like it belongs in Charleston, and the food...is excellent, both of which make it a good place to celebrate a special occasion." Full review
Lonely Planet "A virtual museum of Victoriana, staying at the Gables is like stepping back in time save for the modern-day conveniences such as cable TV, wi-fi and a DVD library." Full review
Le Meridien Philadelphia Frommer's Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter 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
OysterUpscale
"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."
Zagat3.5
""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
