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Chamounix Mansion & Carriage House vs Penn's View Hotel

Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Penn's View Hotel ranks significantly better than Hostelling International - Chamounix Mansion. Penn's View Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with praise from 11 publications such as Fodor's, BlackBook and Zagat.

Chamounix Mansion & Carriage House
Chamounix Mansion & Carriage House
7 / 10
3250 Chamounix Drive, West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19131-3710
From $0 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Parking
  • Air Conditioning
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This renovated 1802 Quaker farmhouse is the cheapest and most bucolic overnight in town." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Hosts travelers in its antique-decorated space. There are a total of 80 beds in a dormitory setting. Chill out on the front porch or by the marble fireplace or use the facility’s free bikes." Full review
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Due to its secluded location, having a car or some sort of transportation is ideal.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
" In its public areas, set with antiques, harp, oriental rugs and paintings, the place is more like a B&B than a hostel; the dorms themselves are basic. " Full review
Penn's View Hotel
Penn's View Hotel
8 / 10
14 North Front St. & Market, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $169 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This cosmopolitan little hotel in a refurbished 19th-century commercial building on the fringe of Old City has its own brand of urban charm." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Cozy and family owned, this European-style hotel features murals and marble throughout the property."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Exceptional service and clean,comfortable rooms in Old City, some of the best value in central Philly."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"An Old City gem inside two connecting 19C warehouses overlooking the Delaware River."
Gayot Gayot
"Picture exposed brick, wrought iron beds, Chippendale-esque furniture, fireplaces and hot tubs...these are some of the offerings of rooms at Penn's View Inn."
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