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The Arco powered by Sonder vs Philadelphia Marriott Old City

Both hotels are rated highly by professionals. Overall, The Independent Hotel scores significantly higher than Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel. The Independent Hotel ranks #10 in Philadelphia with recommendations from 11 sources such as Fodor's, BlackBook and Frommer's.

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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Philadelphia Marriott Old City
Philadelphia Marriott Old City
7 / 10
One Dock Street, 2nd and Walnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $111 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This short, unassuming hotel sits on an unusually quiet cobblestone street a few blocks from Headhouse Square and Independence Hall." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Convenient to downtown sights, this Colonial-style building is two blocks from Penn's Landing, three blocks from Head House Square, and four blocks from Independence Hall." Full review
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For the best views, book a fourth-floor room facing east.
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A four-story brick building on a quiet, cobblestone street, the 364-room Sheraton Society Hill is located in one of Philadelphia's most historic areas." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Sheraton Society Hill is another excellent hotel for the business traveler."
Gayot Gayot
"Built in 1986 and remodeled in 2002, this hotel offers a fresh and appealing setting done up in colonial American style."
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