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The Arco powered by Sonder vs Penn's View Hotel
Both The Independent Hotel and Penn's View Hotel are endorsed by expert reviewers. On balance, The Independent Hotel ranks slightly better than Penn's View Hotel. The Independent Hotel is ranked #10 in Philadelphia with accolades from 11 publications such as Zagat, The Telegraph and Time Out.
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1234 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $72 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
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."
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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
"The Independent is among a handful of newer boutique alternatives to Philadelphia's big convention hotels."
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DK Eyewitness
"This sophisticated boutique hotel is housed in a restored Georgian Revival building in Center City’s hip, midtown village district."
Gayot
"Located within a fully restored Georgian-Revival building, this property is only one block away from Philadelphia's thriving performing arts district."
BlackBook
"Cozy and charming, the newest (as of August '08) Independent Hotel boasts 24 sumptuous rooms in a restored Georgian-Revival building."
Penn's View Hotel
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14 North Front St. & Market, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $169 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
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."
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DK Eyewitness
"Cozy and family owned, this European-style hotel features murals and marble throughout the property."
Rough Guide
"Exceptional service and clean,comfortable rooms in Old City, some of the best value in central Philly."
Michelin Guide
"An Old City gem inside two connecting 19C warehouses overlooking the Delaware River."
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."
