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Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia vs Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia ranks significantly higher than Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia scores 89 with praise from 13 publications such as Oyster, Star Service and Gayot.

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
8 / 10
117 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $117 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Small touches make quiet overnights here stand out: Leopard-print bathrobes, Frette linens, evening turndowns, and a daily wine hour." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Touches of purple enliven the bright guest rooms, which have stylish modern furnishings. But it's not all about looks—the hotel staff is über friendly and helpful." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A modernist renovation of a historical building has resulted in an eye-catching, stylish, and eco-friendly boutique hotel."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Terrifically located off Rittenhouse Square, The Palomar injects a dose of liveliness into Philadelphia’s stodgy hotel scene." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This is a crisper, less frivolous version of Hotel Monaco, a tightly run ship that seems more at home in commercial ports." Full review
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Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City
Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City
7 / 10
One East Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $103 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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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
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Inspired views of City Hall and a position at the centre of Center City make this an appealing choice."
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Though this hotel's higher floors have decent views in all directions, we highly recommend that you ask for a suite in the hotel's southwest corner.
Gayot Gayot
"Located right across the street from City Hall, the Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia City Center provides spacious and comfortable suite accommodations."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Originally the Market Street National Bank, this building from the 1920s has a beautifully restored Art Deco facade." Full review