Located in Center City within a short walk of Reading Terminal Market, this apartment is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Pennsylvania Convention Center. The apartment includes conveniences like a microwave.
Pennsylvania Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
The Met Philadelphia - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Reading Terminal Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
City Hall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Fairmount Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Spring Garden Station (Broad St) - 3 min walk
Philadelphia Temple University Station - 4 min drive
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Institute Craft Bar & Kitchen - 3 min walk
Honeysuckle - 7 min walk
Santucci's Original Square Pizza - 6 min walk
Prohibition Taproom - 2 min walk
Nepali Momo Kitchen - 6 min walk
About this property
Family Friendly Gem Near Center City!
Two Bedroom Suite in a prime location near major attractions including being 5 mins away from the CONVENTION CENTER. Family friendly stacked with 2 bunk beds as well as a queen bed in the master room. All the essentials you will ever need for a short OR long stay! Pots , Pans, microwave, coffee provided and more. Enjoy our Beekman 1802 bathroom amenities so you can pack light.
The apartment features 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a dryer and a microwave.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
- HOUSE RULES SENT BEFORE SENDNG CHECK IN DETAILS If a guest does not answer and agree to house rules then check in information will not be provided.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 916860
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this apartment?
This apartment is situated in Center City within a short 17-minute walk of Pennsylvania Convention Center and also 14 minutes on foot from Reading Terminal Market. You'll also find City Hall and Fairmount Park less than a mile away.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Friendly Gem Near Center City!?
As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Friendly Gem Near Center City! on May 10, 2026 start from $170, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Will I be able to park at Family Friendly Gem Near Center City!?
No, there isn't parking at this apartment.
Is this apartment associated with a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
Does Family Friendly Gem Near Center City! have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.
Does this apartment include breakfast service?
No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.
Does Family Friendly Gem Near Center City! have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.
How far is the airport from this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), which is 12.8 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is located 14.4 mi away (30-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Family Friendly Gem Near Center City!?
No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Family Friendly Gem Near Center City!.
Family Friendly Gem Near Center City! Reviews
Reviews
6.4
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Christina G.
Nov 3, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
The listed pictures were deceiving. The bathroom was not cleaned. The toilet seat was disgusting, it needs replaced. The walls are paper thin, you can hear noise and conversations. No on site parking. This should have been listed, because we had to pay 35.00 to pay in a lot a few blocks away. There was piles of garbage out front and several people were rooting through the piles. We ended up not staying, we drove home after our event.
Christina G.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
S. Tristan P.
Sep 24, 2025
The apartment was decent, had all the essentials and the location is nice for access to Center City. I was glad for AC, but it was extremely loud. It was also easy to hear neighbors which was annoying at times. But all in all a fine stay on a budget.
It was the perfect place to make our home base for a long weekend exploring Philadelphia. Everything we needed was clean and provided.
AMY
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Dec 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas get away
The apartment was clean and just like pictures. There were bare minimum of bedding and the futon in the living room was broken. Unfortunately the people in the apartment above were very loud and made sleeping difficult. The location was good. Easy walk to center city a restaurants.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
cody k., Austin,TX
Sep 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Callowhill family stay
We enjoyed our stay. Place was clean and owner communicated well. Check in was easy, unit was well equipped for our needs.
15 minute walk to Reading Market/ convention center. 20 ish minutes to Franklin Institute/ Philly museum of art (Rocky statue)/ Drexel Academy of Natural Science. Uber to Citizens Bank Park was easy enough, train was an option as well.
Adequate linens and toiletries were provided. Not the best bed I’ve ever slept in, but it wasn’t bad. Springs were a touch noisy is the only real complaint.
Great pizza across the street.
Only time we cooked in the unit was reheating said pizza. I wouldn’t say is was well equipped but it had some plates and stuff.
The area near the unit is in transition a bit. Never felt unsafe, but there was a perceived roughness from several of the nearby shops. (Beer store and small market) Mixed in were what seemed to be new hip places. The owner of the pizzeria confirmed to me the area is evolving and has changed a lot over the last 3 years or so.
I would totally stay here again if I was going back to Philly for the market and museums.
cody k.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
4/10 Poor
Kacey K.
Jul 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
As a midwesterner, I wouldn’t say this is family-friendly.
1) I had to wait until the day of check in to get the door security codes. I didn’t get the WiFi information until we were already inside. I have booked other condo/apartment rentals and that kind of information is usually sent in a comprehensive email with all details well in advance.
2) the parking “behind the building” is only accessed through a small alley type street. It should really fit one car parked horizontally but it is set up for 2 cars to be parked vertically but you could never fit any 2 normal size sedan, SUV or minivan in these spots.
3) we are on a 2 week east coast trip, so we have a minivan full of luggage/supplies. We had to park in front of the building in a “loading zone” to empty the van and carry it all up a narrow, old staircase.
4) because we couldn’t fit in the space behind the unit, we parked in a secure garage 7-10 minutes away for $32/day.
5) the bedrooms need room darkening window coverings. The second “bedroom” (no closet, very small) has no curtain at all. This room has a small I k e a type bunk bed that is flipped backwards so the ladder is not accessible.
6) the area feels sketchy for someone not from an urban area. Many homeless people around.
Good-inside the apartment is true to the photos. It was pretty clean. It wasn’t too far away from a safer part of town.
Kacey K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
4/10 Poor
Patti C., Chicago United States
Jun 27, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not as advertised
The pictures on the listing don’t show the graffiti on the building and the bars on the 1st floor windows. Instead of full shampoo/conditioner/body wash as advertised, I was given a travel size shampoo/conditioner/lotion bottle for 3 people for 5 days. There were only 3 spoons, 4 forks and 3 knives so I was constantly doing dishes. The view shown on the ad is not the one from the VRBO I was in. The neighborhood is sketchy, but is about 2 blocks from a nicer neighborhood. I had booked full day activities which didn’t leave time to find another place, otherwise I would have moved.
The shower pressure was good and the bathroom walls and floors were nice.
Patti C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Mathieu S., Montreal
May 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good for the price
Good side: The listing was accurate, clean and practical appartment. The pressure in the shower was very good.
Needs improvement: Curtains in the twin bedroom would be a must.