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Philadelphia Marriott DowntownvsThomas Bond House Bed & Breakfast
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Thomas Bond House Bed & Breakfast scores marginally better than Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Thomas Bond House Bed & Breakfast has a TripExpert Score of 80 with approval from 10 sources such as Zagat, Lonely Planet and BlackBook.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
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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.
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."
Thomas Bond House Bed & Breakfast
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129 S 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast buffet
- Baggage storage
Concierge "Restored in 2002, the house is efficiently run, and service is solicitous but not intrusive."
Fodor's "This bed-and-breakfast in the heart of Old City is great for travelers who want an authentic taste of historic Philadelphia." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Set in tony Society Hill (a 10-minute taxi ride away), the hotel features period furniture in a circa-1769 row house across from Independence Hall." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Rooms are decorated with period furniture that create an ambience of colonial warmth and quiet luxury."
BlackBook "Allure of the Thomas Bond House is proximity to historic Philly for surprisingly reasonable prices."
Zagat "Guestrooms at this restored 1796 Georgian row house in the heart of Old City at Independence Park feature period furnishings and basic modern amenities."
Afar Magazine "Each guestroom has been furnished with Federalist-style reproductions, with a few antiques sprinkled around. Ten rooms offer queen beds." Full review
Gayot "This late 18th-century building offers authentic colonial charm for tourists seeking an experience that will immerse them thoroughly in the city's rich heritage."
National Geographic "1769 jewel box furnished with antiques, some with Delaware River views; fourth floor reached via a narrow staircase. Complimentary breakfast, nightly wine and cheese. " Full review
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No kids under age ten.
Frommer's "This cheerful, colonial bed-and-breakfast in the Old City is as historic as a Philly overnight gets" Full review
