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The Gables Bed and BreakfastvsThomas Bond House Bed & Breakfast
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Thomas Bond House Bed & Breakfast is the choice of most writers compared to The Gables Bed and Breakfast. Thomas Bond House Bed & Breakfast ranks #18 in Philadelphia with endorsements from 10 publications like Zagat, concierge.com and BlackBook.
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
Frommer's "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
Fodor's "Built in 1889 for a prominent doctor and his family, this ornate mansion is a wonderful place for a B&B." Full review
Not For Tourists "Beautiful Victorian house conveniently located near University City."
National Geographic "Victorian chockablock with antiques, most of the ten guestrooms have private baths." Full review
Afar Magazine "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 Infatuation "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
Lonely Planet "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
Thomas Bond House Bed & Breakfast
Concierge Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
BlackBook
Zagat Afar Magazine
Gayot National Geographic Frommer's Show All Reviews
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
