$159 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 28, 2013

Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

4 stars
1800 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
91 reviews
Trip with friends

The hotel was convenient, well maintained, and the staff was helpful and friendly. A bachelorette... See full review

  • YA traveler
  • Mar 27, 2013
Ms Nino

Great experience, the staff of the hotel very kind and helpful, I call when we were in our way to... See full review

  • Ms Nino
  • Jul 18, 2012
Restful Center City location conveniently close to shopping and dining
The Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia in downtown Philadelphia offers a convenient location for business or leisure travel. Just a few blocks north of Rittenhouse Square, shopping and dining options are plentiful. Hotel amenities include free apples and coffee in the spacious new lobby; complimentary high-speed Internet access; an on-site 24-hour fitness center; free access to nearby Philadelphia Sports Club and an outdoor pool. Nonsmoking guest rooms with comfortable bedding and unique amenities make for a restful night.
Highlights:
  • Outdoor pool, on-site 24-hour fitness center, complimentary access to nearby Philadelphia Sports Club
  • Central downtown location close to Rittenhouse Square, City Hall and the Cultural District
  • Complimentary high-speed Internet access
  • Floors with quiet-zone rules in place on weeknights from evening through late morning, with no housekeeping during those times unless requested
Rooms:

The completely nonsmoking Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia offers 443 guestrooms and two suites, all decorated in muted tones and dark-wood furniture. Standard amenities include complimentary high-speed Internet access; comfortable beds with pillow-top mattresses and luxury linens; work-station desks with lamps; televisions with premium channels and pay movies; coffeemakers; hairdryers and irons with ironing boards.

Features:

The hotel provides guests with tastefully appointed rooms and suites with modern amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, cable/satellite TV with in-room movies and video games, telephone with voice mail, free local calls, desk and chair, iron and ironing board as well as coffee maker. Suites come with separate sitting area.

Dining

On-site dining includes the Elephant & Castle Restaurant and Pub, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and a lobby coffee shop. Room service is also available.

Transportation:
  • SEPTA Subway Suburban Station (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Greyhound Bus Terminal (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Amtrak 30th Street Station (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Philadelphia International Airport (9.3 mi/15 km)
Attractions:
  • Rittenhouse Square (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • City Hall (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art (1.1 mi/1.8 km)
  • Historic District (1.2 mi/1.9 km)
Business:
  • Multiple conference/meeting rooms
  • Dedicated meetings director
  • Business Center
  • High-speed Internet access
  • Catering services
  • Audio/visual equipment

Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia Rooms

ADA Hearing Impaired Club Floor
ADA Hearing Impaired Club Floor King - 336 sq ft- ADA Tub - Free Wi Fi
One Bedroom Suite King
One bedroom suite king- 1 king Free internet access
Traditional Guestroom with One Q
Traditional Guestroom with One Queen Bed - 219 Sq Ft - Free Wi Fi - Coffeemaker
Traditional Guestroom with One K
Traditional Guestroom with One King Bed - 336 Sq Ft - Free Wi Fi - Coffeemaker
Traditional Guestroom with 2 Dou
336 sq ft -Two Double Beds - Free Wi Fi - Coffee Maker
Club Level with One Queen Bed
Club Level with One Queen Bed 219 sq ft- Free Wi Fi - Access to Club Lounge - Flat Screen TV
Club Level with One King Bed
Club Level with One King Bed 336 Sq Ft- Free Wi Fi - King bed - Club Lounge Access - Flat Screen TV
Club Level with Two Double Beds
Club Level with Two Double Beds - 336 Sq Ft - Flat Screen TV - Free Wi Fi
ADA King Hearing Impaired Roll-i
ADA King Hearing Impaired Roll-in Shower 336 sq ft - 1 King - Free Wi Fi
ADA King Hearing Impaired with t
ADA King Hearing Impaired with Tub 336 Sq Ft - Removable Tub Seat - TTY Visual Alerts - Free Wi Fi

Amenities

  • Heated pool
General
Air conditioned
Free local telephone calls
Elevators
Executive level
24 hour security
FEMA approved
Activities
Heated pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Casino
Children's activities
Golf
Tennis
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Coffee shop
Room service
Meal plan - continental
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Laundry service
Guest laundromat
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Porters
Conference facilities
Doctor on call
Conference suite
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Accessible facilities
Accessible rooms
Accessible parking
Room
Television with cable
Telephone
Desk with lamp
Turndown service
In room movies
Temperature control
Electronic door locks
Iron
Ironing board
International direct dial
Sprinklers in rooms
Bath tub

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Hotel Map

39.9532 -75.17
Nearby airports
Philadelphia International Airport, (PHL), 8.00, MI, NW;
Area description
City Center

Nearby points of interest

  • Walnut Street Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul: 0.3 mi
  • Mutter Museum: 0.3 mi
  • Masonic Temple: 0.4 mi
  • Pennsylvania Academly of the Fine Arts: 0.4 mi
  • The Franklin Institute: 0.4 mi
  • Rittenhouse Square: 0.5 mi
  • Rosenbach Museum and Library: 0.5 mi
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: 0.5 mi
  • The Barnes Foundation: 0.5 mi
  • Rodin Museum: 0.6 mi
  • Eastern State Penitentiary: 1 mi
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art: 1 mi
  • Libery Bell Center: 1.1 mi
  • Independence Hall: 1.1 mi
  • Walnut Street Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul: 0.3 mi
  • Mutter Museum: 0.3 mi
  • Masonic Temple: 0.4 mi
  • Pennsylvania Academly of the Fine Arts: 0.4 mi
  • The Franklin Institute: 0.4 mi
  • Rittenhouse Square: 0.5 mi
  • Rosenbach Museum and Library: 0.5 mi
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: 0.5 mi
  • The Barnes Foundation: 0.5 mi
  • Rodin Museum: 0.6 mi
  • Eastern State Penitentiary: 1 mi
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art: 1 mi
  • Libery Bell Center: 1.1 mi
  • Independence Hall: 1.1 mi
  • National Constitution Center: 1.1 mi
  • National Museum of American Jewish History: 1.2 mi
  • Penn Museum: 1.2 mi
  • University of Pennsylvania: 1.2 mi
  • Christ Church: 1.2 mi
  • Independence National Historical Park: 1.3 mi
  • Arden Theatre Company: 1.4 mi
  • Fireman's Hall: 1.4 mi
  • Philadelphia Zoo: 2 mi
  • Please Touch Museum: 2.7 mi
  • Citizens Bank Park: 3.3 mi
  • Veterans Stadium: 3.6 mi
  • Wells Fargo Center: 3.6 mi
  • Lincoln Financial Field: 3.6 mi
  • Philadelphia Cruise Terminal: 4.6 mi
  • Morris Arboretum: 10 mi

Dining

Cafe Express
Features coffee / pastry and sandwiches available all day
Room Service
Available From 6am-11pm From Full Menu
Elephant and Castle Pub and Restaurant
Offers delicious British an fresh contemporary cuisine. Favorite pub food consist of Shepherds Pie and Fish/Chips along with side salads / sandwiches and fresh grilled seafood. Also serving frosty pints in an English pub atmosphere

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 (91)

Ratings and reviews for Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Overall score

3.6 / 5
91 out of 91
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.6

80% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Goleta
Aug 22, 2008

Good for business trip

The Crowne Plaza Philadelphia is reasonably convenient to the Convention Center and a good value. I especially appreciated the 24-hour free Internet/computer access in the business center, a real boon when carrying your own laptop becomes impractical.

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

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

There are plenty of good, some inexpensive, some fancy, restaurants on Chestnut Street, just two blocks south of the hotel.

Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Pittsburgh, PA
Apr 17, 2007

Comfortable Hotel

Crowne Plaza in Philadelphia was very comfortable and met our needs well. The beds were wonderful, the room clean, attractive and accommodating. One suggestion would be to make literature on acitvities and landmarks more obviously available, within easy observation and reach at check-in desk.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Philadelphia, PA
Oct 4, 2008

Great Location

Crowne Plaza Hotel PHILADELPHIA was very comfortable, the room was very large. The bathroom was separate from the vanity area.They do not have a mini refrig, but you can rent it for $25. The best part was the location. It was in the middle of the centre city close to shopping area, the best restaurants in Philly and great night life.

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

Try the Continental only two blocks away from the Hotel. The service is really fast

Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Feb 17, 2008

Good experience

The room was very clean, comfortable, and quiet. The location was perfect. The hotel bar could use some renovation.

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

There are plenty of very good restuarants within walking distance of the hotel.

Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Denville
Dec 22, 2008

Before the flight out...

The Crowne Plaza in downtown Philly is a very nice place to stay before you catch your flight at PHL. We stayed only one night before flying to Texas for Christmas, and hotel was exceptionally comfortable and pleasant. The only negative is the price - especially considering today's environment. And, valay parking was higher than expected at $33. Yet, if you want to stay downtown, this is very nice place, with easy access to everything. Travel in the am to the airport was easy and convenient - only about 10-15 mins. away.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Comcast Center Lobby - phenomenal video on lobby wall. The Christmas edition was a treat to see.

Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Smart Booker
Ohio
Oct 29, 2009

Crowne Plaza Hotel PHILADELPHIA-CENTER C

6 of use stayed in 2 rooms for a long weekend while rowing in head of the Schuylkill regatta. The only thing that would have been nice was an indoor pool. I have stayed in this hotel many times and it doesn't get much better than this place.

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

El Vez is a great Mexican restaurant in the area with homemade guacamole and killer martinis. It is on 13 street one block off of Market (hotel is at Market and 18th)

Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Continuous starstruck traveler
Chicago, IL
Dec 28, 2009

A comfortable and accomodating stay

A problem-free, comfortable stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Tombstone Joe
York, PA
Jun 7, 2010

Excellent stay at the Crowne Plaza

Excelent stay except that when we went to check in at 3:30 PM we were told the room was not ready to come back at 4 and the would not take our information. Thought that was wierd but we went to the bar had a drink and relaxed and I returned phone cals and email. 3 conferences at the hotel and lobby was noisy but Elephant and Castle was excelllent

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

McCormick & Schmick's restaurant is close and excellent Cuba Libre is a short cab ride at 10 s. 2nd st and excellent

Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Gina T
Keyport, NJ, USA
Feb 16, 2012

Amazing Valentines weekend getaway

Great hotel at a great price. I've stayed at this hotel twice and had an amazing stay twice. Hotel was right in the heart of Philidelphia so entertainment was all near by.

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

Short drive to all fine resturants.

Review of Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Hang Over 3
Chester County
Mar 5, 2012

Fantastic Getaway

The hotel was very upscale & clean. Very good to know that you needed a room key to access your floor by elevator.

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

Delilah's

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