Philadelphia Marriott Old CityvsPenn's View Hotel
Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel and Penn's View Hotel are both rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Penn's View Hotel scores slightly better than Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel. Penn's View Hotel comes in at #14 in Philadelphia with praise from 11 reviewers such as Rough Guide, Frommer's and The Telegraph.
Philadelphia Marriott Old City
One Dock Street, 2nd and Walnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This short, unassuming hotel sits on an unusually quiet cobblestone street a few blocks from Headhouse Square and Independence Hall." Full review
Fodor's
"Convenient to downtown sights, this Colonial-style building is two blocks from Penn's Landing, three blocks from Head House Square, and four blocks from Independence Hall." Full review
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For the best views, book a fourth-floor room facing east.
Travel + Leisure
"A four-story brick building on a quiet, cobblestone street, the 364-room Sheraton Society Hill is located in one of Philadelphia's most historic areas." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Sheraton Society Hill is another excellent hotel for the business traveler."
Gayot
"Built in 1986 and remodeled in 2002, this hotel offers a fresh and appealing setting done up in colonial American style."
BlackBook
"No real bells and whistles, but sacrifice hipster cred and what do you get? Room service, a gym and a pool."
Oyster
Upscale
"In the Old City of Philadelphia -- one of America’s most historic neighborhoods -- and very close to public transportation, making it convenient for tourists and business guests alike." Full review
Star Service
"Regular updating and a service-oriented staff keep this hotel's reputation primed for above average expectations, but this is a Sheraton, so don't expect luxury." Full review
Penn's View Hotel Show All Reviews
14 North Front St. & Market, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"This cosmopolitan little hotel in a refurbished 19th-century commercial building on the fringe of Old City has its own brand of urban charm." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Cozy and family owned, this European-style hotel features murals and marble throughout the property."
Rough Guide
"Exceptional service and clean,comfortable rooms in Old City, some of the best value in central Philly."
Michelin Guide
"An Old City gem inside two connecting 19C warehouses overlooking the Delaware River."
Gayot
"Picture exposed brick, wrought iron beds, Chippendale-esque furniture, fireplaces and hot tubs...these are some of the offerings of rooms at Penn's View Inn."
BlackBook
"Penn's View old-school charm includes a bar with the largest wine preservation and dispensing system in the world, pretty amazing."
Zagat
3.2
"Respect abounds for this "great little boutique" "overlooking Penn's Landing" (and I-95) within "walking distance" of historic attractions."
The Telegraph
8.0
"The 49-room Penn’s View Hotel has long been popular, thanks to its views over the Delaware River, and ownership of one of Philadelphia’s favourite Italian restaurants." Full review
National Geographic
"“Quaint, homey, and easy to find, right off I-95. Love the wine bar"...old-World style, close to colonial sites; 51 rooms, some with marble baths and gas fireplaces." Full review
Time Out
"Other Historic Old City attractions, including the new Museum of the American Revolution, are within walking distance." Full review