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Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

3 stars
One East Penn Square, 1 East Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.3
out of 5
32 reviews
Great Value for the Price

The hotel is nothing elaborate or fancy, but the rooms are very comfortable, the staff is... See full review

  • WATraveler
  • Apr 15, 2012
Excellence in all categories

This hotel was wonderful for our vacation and needs, one being a refrigerator for medication.... See full review

  • M e l
  • Oct 1, 2011
All-Suites hotel in Center City with great location, generous amenities
A quick walk to the convention center, Reading Terminal Market and the cultural district, The Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City offers guests spacious accommodations and plentiful amenities. The hotel is a home away from home, with studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites, all with full kitchens. In addition, guests enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet and free evening social events during the week. Other hotel amenities include complimentary high-speed Internet access, a fitness center and laundry facilities.

 

Highlights
  • All-suites hotel with full kitchens and separate areas for dining, working and sleeping
  • Complimentary breakfast and evening social events
  • Complimentary high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel

 

Rooms

The Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City offers 269 nonsmoking suites in its 25-story building. All studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites include a full kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, cooktop, pots, dishes and utensils. Separate areas for living, sleeping and working give guests room to relax. Standard amenities include premium bedding, complimentary high-speed Internet access, televisions with premium channels and an iron/ironing board. Request a higher floor for abundant light and views of the city and City Hall.

 

Features

The hotel offers many conveniences such as a grocery service, limo service, valet parking, laundry/dry cleaning services, and concierge services. Pets are allowed (fees apply).

 

Transportation
  • SEPTA Subway 13th Street Station (across the street)
  • Greyhound Bus Terminal (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • Amtrak 30th Street Station (1.4 mi/2.3 km)
  • Philadelphia International Airport (10 mi/16.1 km)
Attractions
  • City Hall (across the street)
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center (0.1 mi/0.2 km)
  • Reading Terminal Market (0.1 mi/0.2 km)
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
  • Historic District (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Rittenhouse Square (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
  • Professional Sports/Concert Venues (3.4 mi/5.5 km)
  • Sesame Place (22 mi/35.4 km)

 

Business
  • Multiple conference/meeting rooms
  • Audio/Visual equipment
  • Catering services
  • High-speed Internet access
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

 

Policies and fees

Lobby and guest house renovation November 18, 2010 -January 31, 2011 with limited access to these areas. Breakfast service and evening reception will be temporarily relocated.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

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Area served
Philadelphia
Nearby airports
Philadelphia International Airport, (PHL), 8.00, MI, NE;
Area description
City Center, Location Type: City

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Accessible facilities
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Barber Shop
  • Barber/Beauty Shop
  • Business center
  • Car Rental Desk
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Connecting Rooms
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Cribs Available
  • Drugstore
  • Elevators
  • Exercise Gym
  • Express Checkout
  • FAX
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Florist
  • Free Newspaper
  • Guest Laundromat
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundry/Valet Services
  • Maid Service
  • Meal Plan - Continental
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Microwave
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Pets allowed
  • Phone with speaker
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Security
  • Smoke-free policy
  • Sofa Bed
  • Telephone
  • Television with Cable
  • Temperature Control
  • TV
  • TV Remote Control
  • Valet Parking
  • Wake-up Service

Dining

Harry's Bar
Sip and mingle at Harry's, a casual bar located on the second floor. No food is served.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (32)

Ratings and reviews for Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Overall score

4.3 / 5
32 out of 32
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.5

91% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

4
WATraveler
Business
Seattle, WA, USA
Apr 15, 2012

Great Value for the Price

The hotel is nothing elaborate or fancy, but the rooms are very comfortable, the staff is exceptionally helpful, and all of the amenities (such as the continental breakfast) make your stay much nicer than an average hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

5
M e l
Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
Oct 1, 2011

Excellence in all categories

This hotel was wonderful for our vacation and needs, one being a refrigerator for medication. Located near several stations for subway, trains and buses to get to all sights we came to see. Excellent staff who were helpful at every request. Enjoyed the breakfast and dinner assortment of foods offered daily. Would enthusiastically recommend this hotel to everyone looking for a wonderful place to stay in Philadelphia!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: In Hotel

Daily breakfast buffet, many choices of food from cereal/milk or yogurt, eggs/turkey bacon, to make your own waffle station. Juices or coffee as well. Very friendly staff and organized for each occasion. Easy to eat and decide the days' activities without having to search for a place to eat breakfast (there is a Dunkin Donuts is located next to the hotel if you need a sweet in the afternoon.)

Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

5
TX Landman
Fort Worth
Aug 8, 2011

Great Personal Touch By Staff!

Went for a getaway weekend and anniversary. Great reception desk personnel. Walked to historic sites and great dining in the area from casual to fine steakhouse.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Brazilian steak house has a great lunch special but be prepared to take a nap afterwards...you will leave very content.

Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

4
Newlyweds
Waterford, Ireland
Jun 20, 2011

Excellent Hotel

My husband and I stayed at this hotel for our 1st wedding anniversary. Our room was a King Bed Room and was on the corner of the building so we had lovely views. The hotel is directly across from City Hall which is a beautiful building. There is also a Macys store across the street. The location of the hotel is very convenient, and most attractions are within a coforatble walking distance. We did the open top bus tour which was a great way to see all the areas of the city. I would recomend that you do this in your first day or 2 so that you get your bearings. The staff were very helpful, and called the bus station for us regarding timetables to the shopping outlets. The philladelphia premium outlets are 2 hours away and you need to take 2 buses, but worth the trip if you love shooping. The King of Prussia Mall is more expensensive, but is just 30 mins away by bus. We also went to Franlkin Mills Mall which took about an hour by bus. All were very good. The bedroom was very spacious and had a fully fucntioning kitchen, dining table, couch, flat screen TV, huge King size bed and lovely ensuite. Extremely clean and modern, could not fault it. Breakfast was lovely, and was complementary. Overall we had a lovely stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

The bus stop is just around the corner on Market Street and 13th Street.

Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

5
Macdaddy
Tucson, Az
Jun 11, 2011

East Coast Vacation

central location

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Long walk from hotel

subway very close, dining a bit of a walk

Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

5
Syd
Georgia
May 23, 2011

Great Location, Friendly,Helpful staff

Breakfast was delicious, Location and view on 17th fabulous, staff was helpful and friendly.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Great food and selections within walking distance.

Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

5
Meg
Canada
Apr 19, 2011

Fabulous, clean, and centrally located

A lovely hotel -- clean, with large rooms, centrally located, great view of the city. A large room as it is a suite with everything you need including kitchen stovetop, full fridge, microwave, toaster. All dishes you need are there. We saved some money by buying a few groceries and eating in the room. Close to historic locations (i.e. Liberty Bell, museums, etc.) and other points of interest including plenty of ethnic food restaurants and Chinatown. Major shopping (such as Macy's) is just around the corner. We had a lovely walk and discovered great little shops on 3rd street. Full hot buffet breakfast is included in your room price -- delicious food and plenty of choices. Only complaint there is that there are a lot of families with younger children, which made breakfast a bit noisy. Food and friendly service makes up for it. Friendly and helpful staff. Great value for the price -- could not have asked for more.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Suburban station is just two or three city blocks away. Take some time to figure out the Transit system and use it. Much cheaper than cabs.

Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

4
Travel bird
Houston
Feb 7, 2011

Good place for short and long stay

Very nice place idealy located in front of the city hall and close to Market street. I've been able to check in early in the morning. The room was fully equipped kitchen,living/sitting area... Very clean and quiet place. Complementary breakfast and Wifi= ideal to make extra saving.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

4
Philli fan
baltimore MD
Dec 13, 2010

great location

great location, staff helpful and friendly. Well kept for such an old hotel and they are very safety conscous. I love the convenence of the suite type room with full kitchen and a hot breakfast in the morning all included. I would stay here again the next time I go to Philli.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

one block over is the Reeding Market, a must see with great food and Amish specialties.

Review of Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City

Reviewer score

5
GJ
Boston, MA
Dec 12, 2010

Army-Navy game 2010

Exceptionally clean room Room had everything we needed Very friendly staff Great breakfast spread Ever

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: In Hotel

Free breakfast that is really a breakfast

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