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The Gables Bed and BreakfastvsAloft Philadelphia Airport
The Gables Bed and Breakfast and aloft Philadelphia Airport are both rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, aloft Philadelphia Airport scores marginally better than The Gables Bed and Breakfast. aloft Philadelphia Airport comes in at #38 in Philadelphia with accolades from 4 reviews including Zagat, BlackBook and Frommer's.
The Gables Bed and Breakfast
Frommer's
Fodor's
Not For Tourists
National Geographic
Afar Magazine
The Infatuation
Lonely Planet
4520 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
From $195/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Business Center
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
"This lovely 1889 Victorian, once one of West Philadelphia's first and finest mansions, now serves as a charmingly eclectic bed-and-breakfast." Full review
"Built in 1889 for a prominent doctor and his family, this ornate mansion is a wonderful place for a B&B." Full review
"Beautiful Victorian house conveniently located near University City."
"Victorian chockablock with antiques, most of the ten guestrooms have private baths." Full review
"Among the Gables’ charms are local chestnut and cherry woodwork, oak floors with mahogany, ash, and cherry wood inlay, and a wraparound front porch...a hearty breakfast is included. " Full review
"The space is beautiful, including an outdoor terrace that feels like it belongs in Charleston, and the food...is excellent, both of which make it a good place to celebrate a special occasion." Full review
"A virtual museum of Victoriana, staying at the Gables is like stepping back in time save for the modern-day conveniences such as cable TV, wi-fi and a DVD library." Full review
Aloft Philadelphia Airport
Frommer's
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
4301 Island Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19153
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Pool
"A glimpse of the future of overnighting can be had from this lower-priced branch of Starwood's upscale W Hotels chain." Full review
"Just half a mile away from Philadelphia International Airport, aloft Philadelphia Airport adds to the wide choice available to travellers."
"Fancy, new terminals, decent restaurants and hip airport hotels are the wave of the future for frequent business travelers."
"A stylish standout among hotels ringing Philadelphia International Airport, this high-tech, lower-priced label of the W Hotel brand offers airport check-in kiosks."