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The Arco powered by Sonder vs Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
The Independent Hotel and Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Independent Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel. The Independent Hotel comes in at 85 with approval from 11 reviews including DK Eyewitness, Time Out and Fodor's.
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Frommer's
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DK Eyewitness
Gayot
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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."
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
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Zagat
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401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $119 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This small, polished corner hotel banks on its terrific Independence National Historical Park location, less than a block from Old City's trendy restaurant and gallery scene."
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Lonely Planet
"If you came to Philly to admire its revolutionary past, this hotel should be near the top of your list."
Travel + Leisure
"Marble-clad hotel near Philly’s historic sites, including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. ."
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DK Eyewitness
"This four-star, four-diamond hotel has large-sized rooms with marble bathrooms."
Zagat
3.7
"The "mix of historic feel and modern comforts" and other "innlike" qualities of this small hotel provide an oasis in the "middle of the hustle and bustle" of Old City."
