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Alexander Inn vs Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Both Alexander Inn and Philadelphia Marriott Downtown are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Alexander Inn ranks slightly better than Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Alexander Inn is ranked #15 in Philadelphia with recommendations from 9 sources such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Gayot.
Alexander Inn
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301 South 12th and Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $99 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Fitness Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
DK Eyewitness
"This boutique hotel has modern decor that adds a touch of European charm. It has an excellent Center City location, just a couple of blocks from the theater district."
Gayot
"Although it opened in 1998, this hotel was designed to reflect 1930s modern decor—you may feel as if you've traveled back in time to a cruise ship in the early 20th century."
BlackBook
"The Alexander combines just the right amount of laissez-faire attitude and professionalism."
Fodor's
"The well maintained rooms at this small hotel have an Art Deco feel."
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Oyster
Mid-Range
"Wonderful value given the central location, and the hotel provides free breakfast, free daily snacks, and free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour fitness center."
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
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1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $152 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"The largest hotel in the state, and then some, the thrice-incarnated Philadelphia Marriott is high volume -- and surprisingly high service."
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Fodor's
"For an intrinsically impersonal type of place, the Marriott tries hard to meet special needs; it also offers some of the lowest rates in its price category."
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You can request, at no additional cost, one of the 250 "rooms that work," with adjustable desks and extra lighting and outlets.
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The colossal Philadelphia Marriott Downtown takes up an entire block near City Hall."
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DK Eyewitness
"A world-class convention hotel connected to the Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, the Philadelphia Downtown Marriott offers upgraded amenities on concierge-level floors."
Star Service
"Located six blocks west of Independence Park, in a convenient central location, this massive Marriott is among the largest hotels in Pennsylvania, and a contender for biggest hotel on the east coast."
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