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Philadelphia Marriott DowntownvsResidence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City
Both properties are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is the choice of most writers compared to Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown comes in at 81 with endorsements from 7 publications including Zagat, Frommer's and Gayot.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
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
i
You can request, at no additional cost, one of the 250 "rooms that work," with adjustable desks and extra lighting and outlets.
OysterUpper-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."
Zagat3.5
""Lovely", modern rooms outfitted with "comfortable" beds and "high-quality" bathroom amenities -- along with a "convenient" location adjacent to the Pennsylvania Convention Center."
Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City Frommer's
Lonely Planet Gayot Fodor's
One East Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
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
Lonely Planet "Inspired views of City Hall and a position at the centre of Center City make this an appealing choice."
i
Though this hotel's higher floors have decent views in all directions, we highly recommend that you ask for a suite in the hotel's southwest corner.
Gayot "Located right across the street from City Hall, the Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia City Center provides spacious and comfortable suite accommodations."
Fodor's "Originally the Market Street National Bank, this building from the 1920s has a beautifully restored Art Deco facade." Full review
