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The Arco powered by Sonder vs Aloft Philadelphia Airport
The Independent and aloft Philadelphia Airport are both highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Independent scores significantly better than aloft Philadelphia Airport. The Independent has a TripExpert Score of 80 with endorsements from 9 reviews including Fodor's, Frommer's and BlackBook.
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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."
Aloft Philadelphia Airport
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4301 Island Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19153
From $109 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Pool
Frommer's
"A glimpse of the future of overnighting can be had from this lower-priced branch of Starwood's upscale W Hotels chain."
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Gayot
"Just half a mile away from Philadelphia International Airport, aloft Philadelphia Airport adds to the wide choice available to travellers."
BlackBook
"Fancy, new terminals, decent restaurants and hip airport hotels are the wave of the future for frequent business travelers."
Zagat
"A stylish standout among hotels ringing Philadelphia International Airport, this high-tech, lower-priced label of the W Hotel brand offers airport check-in kiosks."
