Philadelphia Marriott Old CityvsRenaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel and Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel are both rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel ranks marginally better than Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel. Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel ranks #17 in Philadelphia with recommendations from 9 publications like DK Eyewitness, Travel + Leisure and Zagat.
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
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This small, polished corner hotel banks on its terrific Independence National Historical Park location, less than a block from Old City's trendy restaurant and gallery scene." Full review
Lonely Planet
"If you came to Philly to admire its revolutionary past, this hotel should be near the top of your list."
Travel + Leisure
"Marble-clad hotel near Philly’s historic sites, including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. ." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This four-star, four-diamond hotel has large-sized rooms with marble bathrooms."
Zagat
3.7
"The "mix of historic feel and modern comforts" and other "innlike" qualities of this small hotel provide an oasis in the "middle of the hustle and bustle" of Old City."
Gayot
"The elaborate lobby fireplace sets the tone in this charming hotel---a thoughtful blend of elegant and cozy."
Fodor's
"An ornate fireplace dominates the breathtaking marble lobby of this towering hotel in the historic district." Full review
Star Service
"A favorite of leisure and business travelers, it is blessed with attentive service and excellent maintenance, and its refined residential style is peppered with traditional elegance." Full review
Time Out
"The décor is best described as classic and clean and several of the 150 rooms and suites offer views of Independence Hall. " Full review