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Morris House HotelvsThe Gables Bed and Breakfast
Morris House Hotel and The Gables Bed and Breakfast are both praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, Morris House Hotel ranks significantly higher than The Gables Bed and Breakfast. Morris House Hotel is ranked #23 in Philadelphia with accolades from 9 reviewers including Frommer's, BlackBook and Gayot.
Morris House Hotel
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Afar Magazine
National Geographic
Condé Nast Traveler
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225 S. 8th St., Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $119/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "This is a lovely bed-and-breakfast option in leafy Society Hill... it's away from other hotels and touristy spots, giving visitors an authentic neighborhood experience." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This 1787 home is now a luxury boutique hotel and is one of the city’s best hotels to experience colonial ambience."
Rough Guide "Luxury boutique hotel in a 1787 Society Hill mansion with a lovely courtyard, cleverly refurbished to maintain its historical feel. Ample continental breakfast included."
Gayot "The fifteen bedrooms in this National Historic Landmark have been individually decorated to complement the building's original 1787 architecture."
BlackBook "Fabulously located in walking distance of all your fave olde timey tourist spots, the Morris House combines cozy, historic building and afternoon tea with elegant, modern touches."
Zagat "Built in 1787, this white-columned, ivy-covered brick boutique just a few blocks from Independence Hall offers rooms and suites decorated in Colonial-inspired style."
Afar Magazine "Guestrooms are large and uncluttered with all the modern conveniences, splashes of natural light, and sparkling bathrooms, some with Jacuzzi tubs." Full review
National Geographic "“Ideal for people who like to walk. Sweet, old-fashioned atmosphere with a romantic courtyard.”...Fifteen rooms decorated in 18th-century style, most overlooking a garden; no elevator. " Full review
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Free breakfast and afternoon tea.
Condé Nast Traveler "Soaring columns and dark bricks greet you, the lobby is pristine, broad, and airy, and even the sitting room—where you can have tea and cookies by a roaring fire—is charming." Full review
Time Out "This National Historic Landmark was constructed in 1787 and retains its post-Revolutionary charm." Full review
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
