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The Westin PhiladelphiavsThe Bellevue Hotel
Both The Westin Philadelphia and The Bellevue Hotel are recommended by experts. On balance, The Westin Philadelphia scores slightly higher than The Bellevue Hotel. The Westin Philadelphia is ranked #8 in Philadelphia with positive reviews from 9 publications such as Travel + Leisure, BlackBook and DK Eyewitness.
The Westin Philadelphia
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99 South 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $116/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The best reason to stay at this Westin is to get an amazing night's rest in town." Full review
Fodor's "If luxurious accommodations and plenty of shopping are your top priorities, you're not going to beat the Westin." Full review
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If you prefer privacy while you work out, ask for a room with its own fitness equipment.
OysterUpscale
"The Westin Philadelphia is an elegant hotel with a central location close to Rittenhouse Square, shopping, and dining." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This is an elegant chain hotel with luxuriously decorated lobby, lounge areas, and restaurants. The hotel is connected to Liberty Place, which has trendy shops and boutiques."
Star Service "Once a Ritz-Carlton, this property continues to uphold high standards under Starwood's Westin brand." Full review
Gayot "Formerly the St. Regis, this 15-story wonder is located in a large shopping galleria in downtown Philadelphia at Liberty Place."
BlackBook "Big rooms, well equipped gyms and spas—don't want America's business traveler getting out of shape—and perhaps the best bed/mattress/comforter set up of any large hotel."
Travel + Leisure "Conveniently connected to the popular shops and offices at Liberty Place in Center City, this hotel features Westin’s signature Heavenly® Beds in over 300 guest rooms and suites." Full review
Time Out "Guests are treated to a stylish, contemporary hotel experience that puts them within walking distance of Rittenhouse Square, the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and City Hall." Full review
Afar Magazine "Soak up the best of Philadelphia from historic Rittenhouse Square, where top sites and shops are just steps from our relaxing refuge.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
The Bellevue Hotel
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Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
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200 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $129/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "It's no longer the grandest quarters in town (that honor goes to the Rittenhouse), but empty nesters and business types still relish the traditional grandeur."
Lonely Planet "After a century of hosting Kings, Queens and other heads of state, this Victorian classic offers its guests opulence and a window to the past." Full review
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Guests have access to The Sporting Club at the Bellevue, an enormous complex designed by Michael Graves where the governor of Pennsylvania chooses to get sweaty when he's in town.
DK Eyewitness "A residential-style hotel with international flair, the Hyatt is perched on the upper floors of the 100-year-old Bellevue Building, which was once nicknamed the “Grand Dame of Broad Street.”"
Star Service "Located in a vibrant central neighborhood, five blocks east of Rittenhouse Square, adjacent to the Opera House, around the corner from the Kimmel Center and a 20-minute stroll from the Liberty Bell." Full review
Gayot "Listed as a Historic Hotels of America by the National Historic Trust Preservation, this building simply oozes Old World charm."
Zagat3.5
""Old-world elegance, personified" sums up this "grand" 1904 hotel on the Avenue of the Arts, whose "wonderful", "professional" staff ensures it retains its "character and history"."
Frommer's "In 1904, this was the most opulent hotel in the country. Today, it can't claim that much fame, but the "Bellevue" does capitalize on its historic bones and great location." Full review
Fodor's "The hotel has had an important role in city life, much like the heroine of a long-running soap opera. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "Home to power lunches by day and formal affairs at night, this historic building’s hotel is situated in Philadelphia’s cultural hub." Full review
National Geographic "“Hushed and posh, the feeling of a Philadelphia society hotel." Full review
