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Both properties are praised by professional travelers. On balance, The Independent Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to ROOST Apartment Hotel. The Independent Hotel comes in at 85 with endorsements from 11 publications such as Oyster, Gayot and Lonely Planet.
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1234 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $72/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "This restored Georgian Revival-turned-boutique hotel sits in the heart of Midtown Village, Washington West, and the Gayborhood, atop a popular restaurant and bar." Full review
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Reopened under new ownership in 2008, the spacious, contemporary-meets-traditional guest rooms here vary in shape and style: Choose one with exposed brick, or a fireplace, a cathedral ceiling, or a loft sleeping area.
Fodor's "The Independent is among a handful of newer boutique alternatives to Philadelphia's big convention hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This sophisticated boutique hotel is housed in a restored Georgian Revival building in Center City’s hip, midtown village district."
Gayot "Located within a fully restored Georgian-Revival building, this property is only one block away from Philadelphia's thriving performing arts district."
BlackBook "Cozy and charming, the newest (as of August '08) Independent Hotel boasts 24 sumptuous rooms in a restored Georgian-Revival building."
Zagat3.7
"An "awesome" location with "tons of things to do within walking distance" draws fans of this Georgian Revival--turned--boutique hotel in Midtown Village."
Jetsetter "Sophisticated boutique sleep in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood with a cozy Italian restaurant." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Independent Hotel, in Philadelphia’s funky Midtown Village, is within walking distance of the city’s downtown attractions: Independence Hall, cool restaurants and good shopping." Full review
Time Out "Ideal because of its Midtown Village location...colorful artwork and soft, cozy lighting enhance each of the 24 rooms." Full review
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Choose a spacious King Deluxe with dark wood furniture or a Double Queen Deluxe with an original tin ceiling.
Afar Magazine "The Independent Hotel is a charming and stylish 24-room boutique hotel located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Midtown Village neighborhood." Full review
ROOST Midtown Gayot
Wallpaper
Travel + Leisure Fodor's Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
111 S. 15th St., Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Fitness Center
Gayot "ROOST is geared toward business and leisure travelers seeking weekly or monthly accommodations (a one-week minimum stay is required)."
Wallpaper "With weekly housekeeping services, a bicycle share programme and a 24-hour front desk concierge, chances are you might not end up missing your real home." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This extended stay boutique property combines convenient location with luxuriously hip interiors in a 1920’s-era building." Full review
Fodor's "Nestling thoughtful hypermodern amenities in the bones of the venerable Packard Building, ROOST is an extended-stay establishment designed with the modern traveler in mind." Full review
Time Out "Like its Rittenhouse sister, ROOST Midtown also features weekly or monthly accommodations with all the same amenities (loaded kitchen, 24-hour concierge, laundry)." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Roost's convenient Midtown location, top-notch services, and creature comforts make hotel living feel like home" Full review
Lonely Planet "If you're looking to spend a few weeks in Philly in style, this is the place." Full review
