Hotels in Philadelphia
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The "City of Brotherly Love" is the fifth largest city in the United States and is the largest city in Pennsylvania. It has an incredibly rich history and a population of 5.8 million. During the 18th century, Philadelphia was the largest city in the country, the national capitol of the United States and the birthplace of democracy, the American Revolution and the Philly cheesesteak sandwich. Today it is a hotbed of culture, history, technology and art, and has plenty to offer visitors looking to learn about the area's past and present.
WHERE TO FIND HOTELS
Center City/Old City
The south-central quadrant of the city makes up the downtown core. It is one of the most densely populated business districts in the entire country, and holds many of Philly's main attractions. Accordingly, it has accommodations galore. Old City contains the Independence National Historical Park. Within the park, there are dozens of notable sights like the Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Independence Visitor Center and the National Constitution Center.
Most of the hotels around Independence Park can be found at the point where Interstate 95 intersects with Interstate 676. The Comfort Inn Downtown offers modest lodgings at reasonable rates. They provide close access to Philly's historic epicenter and outdoor parking for guests. For a stay in a more luxurious setting, many visitors opt to drop their bags at the Hyatt Regency Penn's Landing. The Hyatt's towers provide delicious views of the Philadelphia skyline. It is also extremely close to Dock Street with its boisterous nightlife and superb daily shopping. Other finer stays near the historic old city include the Omni Hotel at Independence Park and the Sheraton Society Hill.
A few blocks to the west is Center City, Philadelphia's bustling commercial Mecca. Dozens of upscale restaurants, shops, lounges and nightclubs can be found here. Rittenhouse Square is the area's centerpiece. The park sees a fair amount of action with concerts and festivals taking place during the summer months. The University of the Arts and the Moore College of Arts and Design are also located in the area.
Accommodation options here are virtually endless. For upscale lodgings, the Ritz-Carlton provides 30 floors of decadence. The hotel was built in 1908 and still maintains an early 20th-century aura. The Rittenhouse Hotel treats their patrons like kings. Posh Victorian-style décor, views of the Philadelphia skyline and a reputation as one of the best hotels in the country make this an excellent option.
Near the Airport
There are a plethora of hotel and motel options near the airport too, many of which are less expensive than stays in the downtown core. The airport is just southwest of the FD Roosevelt Golf Course and Center City. The Quality Inn, located within a mile (1.6 km) of the airport, provides guests with coffee, cable television and modest rates. Alternatively, one could choose to stay in the Renaissance Philadelphia Airport Hotel or the Ramada, which offers a free airport shuttle service.
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South Philly
Just south of Philly's downtown, visitors will discover a collection of neighborhoods that relish in their widely Italian roots. South of 9th and Christian streets in the neighborhood of Bella Vista, is the Italian Market. Here, European-style artisans tout cheap wares, produces, spices and food ranging from traditional Italian to spicy Mexican cuisine. Citizens Bank Park, home to the bat-swinging Philadelphia Phillies, is located here also. The Holiday Inn provides quality economy accommodations right by the stadium for those selecting South Philly as their main destination.
West Philly
West Philly is large. It includes three different universities, new developments and wide streets. The Philadelphia Zoo, the first zoo in the United States, is located here in Fairmount Park along with Centennial Arboretum. If one is looking to stay at a hotel in West Philly, there are quality options among plentiful bed and breakfasts. The Days Inn Springfield, Marriott Philadelphia West and Penn Tower Hotel are all reputable properties in West Philadelphia.
WHERE TO FIND HOTELS
Center City/Old City
The south-central quadrant of the city makes up the downtown core. It is one of the most densely populated business districts in the entire country, and holds many of Philly's main attractions. Accordingly, it has accommodations galore. Old City contains the Independence National Historical Park. Within the park, there are dozens of notable sights like the Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Independence Visitor Center and the National Constitution Center.
Most of the hotels around Independence Park can be found at the point where Interstate 95 intersects with Interstate 676. The Comfort Inn Downtown offers modest lodgings at reasonable rates. They provide close access to Philly's historic epicenter and outdoor parking for guests. For a stay in a more luxurious setting, many visitors opt to drop their bags at the Hyatt Regency Penn's Landing. The Hyatt's towers provide delicious views of the Philadelphia skyline. It is also extremely close to Dock Street with its boisterous nightlife and superb daily shopping. Other finer stays near the historic old city include the Omni Hotel at Independence Park and the Sheraton Society Hill.
A few blocks to the west is Center City, Philadelphia's bustling commercial Mecca. Dozens of upscale restaurants, shops, lounges and nightclubs can be found here. Rittenhouse Square is the area's centerpiece. The park sees a fair amount of action with concerts and festivals taking place during the summer months. The University of the Arts and the Moore College of Arts and Design are also located in the area.
Accommodation options here are virtually endless. For upscale lodgings, the Ritz-Carlton provides 30 floors of decadence. The hotel was built in 1908 and still maintains an early 20th-century aura. The Rittenhouse Hotel treats their patrons like kings. Posh Victorian-style décor, views of the Philadelphia skyline and a reputation as one of the best hotels in the country make this an excellent option.
Near the Airport
There are a plethora of hotel and motel options near the airport too, many of which are less expensive than stays in the downtown core. The airport is just southwest of the FD Roosevelt Golf Course and Center City. The Quality Inn, located within a mile (1.6 km) of the airport, provides guests with coffee, cable television and modest rates. Alternatively, one could choose to stay in the Renaissance Philadelphia Airport Hotel or the Ramada, which offers a free airport shuttle service.
OTHER AREAS WORTH CHECKING OUT
South Philly
Just south of Philly's downtown, visitors will discover a collection of neighborhoods that relish in their widely Italian roots. South of 9th and Christian streets in the neighborhood of Bella Vista, is the Italian Market. Here, European-style artisans tout cheap wares, produces, spices and food ranging from traditional Italian to spicy Mexican cuisine. Citizens Bank Park, home to the bat-swinging Philadelphia Phillies, is located here also. The Holiday Inn provides quality economy accommodations right by the stadium for those selecting South Philly as their main destination.
West Philly
West Philly is large. It includes three different universities, new developments and wide streets. The Philadelphia Zoo, the first zoo in the United States, is located here in Fairmount Park along with Centennial Arboretum. If one is looking to stay at a hotel in West Philly, there are quality options among plentiful bed and breakfasts. The Days Inn Springfield, Marriott Philadelphia West and Penn Tower Hotel are all reputable properties in West Philadelphia.
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