Philadelphia Marriott Downtown vs Apple Hostels Philadelphia
Both properties are praised by professionals. On balance, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown ranks slightly better than Apple Hostels Philadelphia. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown ranks #21 in Philadelphia with approval from 7 sources including Gayot, Zagat and Fodor's.
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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Apple Hostels Philadelphia
32 Bank Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $19 /night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
- Business Center
Rough Guide
"Friendly hostel wedged between Independence Hall National Park and Old City, with bunk beds from $30, some private rooms and free games, tea and coffee. No curfews."
Frommer's
"Cash-strapped visitors to Philly are in luck, because this stalwart hostel is planted right in the heart of Old City, just a few blocks from the marquee sights of Independence National Historic Park."
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Time Out
"Male, female and coed dorms and eight private rooms which feature a queen-sized bed and bunk beds or two sets of bunk beds with a private living area."
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The Old City's best hostel is hidden down an alley and spans both sides of the street."
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