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The Arco powered by Sonder vs The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection

Both The Independent Hotel and Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, The Independent Hotel ranks significantly better than Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown. The Independent Hotel comes in at #10 in Philadelphia with endorsements from 11 reviewers like BlackBook, Oyster and Gayot.

The Arco powered by Sonder
The Arco powered by Sonder
8 / 10
1234 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $72 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This restored Georgian Revival-turned-boutique hotel sits in the heart of Midtown Village, Washington West, and the Gayborhood, atop a popular restaurant and bar." Full review
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Reopened under new ownership in 2008, the spacious, contemporary-meets-traditional guest rooms here vary in shape and style: Choose one with exposed brick, or a fireplace, a cathedral ceiling, or a loft sleeping area.
Fodor's Fodor's
"The Independent is among a handful of newer boutique alternatives to Philadelphia's big convention hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This sophisticated boutique hotel is housed in a restored Georgian Revival building in Center City’s hip, midtown village district."
Gayot Gayot
"Located within a fully restored Georgian-Revival building, this property is only one block away from Philadelphia's thriving performing arts district."
BlackBook BlackBook
"Cozy and charming, the newest (as of August '08) Independent Hotel boasts 24 sumptuous rooms in a restored Georgian-Revival building."
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The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection
7 / 10
21 N Juniper Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $111 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This hotel's central location, pleasing City Hall views and gilded lobby compensate for sterile rooms lacking in character." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This is a comfortable Marriott-brand hotel housed in the historic, former City Hall Annex building."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The largest hotel in the state, and then some, the thrice-incarnated Philadelphia Marriott is high volume -- and surprisingly high service." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This hotel is in the historic City Hall Annex, and the original brass, copper, and bronze details on the elevators and staircases have been lovingly refinished." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Converted from Philadelphia's former City Hall Annex in 1999, this historic building is now a 17-story respite of comfortable, modern rooms in the heart of downtown."