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The Arco powered by Sonder vs DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City

The Independent Hotel and Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City are both rated highly by travel writers. Overall, The Independent Hotel ranks significantly better than Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City. The Independent Hotel comes in at #10 in Philadelphia with approval from 11 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Oyster and Frommer's.

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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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
7 / 10
237 South Broad Street, Broad and Locust Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107-5686
From $113 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The Avenue of the Arts location of this hotel is good for culture seekers and families." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The hotel's sawtooth design ensures that each room has a peaked bay window with an eye-popping 180-degree view." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A high-rise hotel in the heart of Philadelphia on the Avenue of the Arts, this property is across from the Kimmel Center, the Academy of Music, and the Merriam Theater."
Gayot Gayot
"Located directly across from the Academy of Music, this chain hotel finds a touch of originality in the vibrant cultural mood of its creative surroundings."
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Highlights include a heated rooftop pool, a great fitness center, a sauna, a restaurant/bar, and an attached garage with parking available for a fee." Full review
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