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The Arco powered by Sonder vs Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel

The Independent Hotel and Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia E - Penns Landing are both rated very highly by experts. On balance, The Independent Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia E - Penns Landing. The Independent Hotel scores 85 with accolades from 11 publications including Zagat, Frommer's 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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Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel
7 / 10
100 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $108 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This budget-priced, high-rise hotel has no frills but is in a great location within walking distance of historic sites."
Star Service Star Service
"Located just off Race Street, this remains the only waterfront hotel in the area, a foreboding 22-story limestone tower that rises from the shore like a miniature Empire State Building." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"The Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penn's Landing is great for travelers who plan to spend much of their stay out and about in Philadelphia."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The rates are among the cheapest in town, there's free WiFi and complimentary breakfast, and the staff are (generally) notably helpful and friendly." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The reasonable price is the main attraction at this 10-story hotel." Full review