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The Civic in Fairmount

4.0 star property
Family-friendly apartment in Philadelphia with a rooftop terrace

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Romantic Apartment | In-room dining
Romantic Apartment | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds
Superior Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Gallery Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Romantic Apartment | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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1600 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19130
  • Place, The Met Philadelphia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastern State Penitentiary
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Temple University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Signature Apartment

  • 875 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Business Studio

  • 510 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

City Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 4 Queen Beds

Comfort Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 3 Queen Beds

City Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Classic Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Club Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Gallery Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Superior Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Senior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 11
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Romantic Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 King Beds, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Premium Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 510 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Philadelphia

Located in North Philadelphia within a short walk of Temple University, The Civic in Fairmount is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Rittenhouse Square. This 5-room, 4-star apartment building welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchens, furnished balconies, and refrigerators.

What's nearby

  • The Met Philadelphia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eastern State Penitentiary - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Temple University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fairmount Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Girard Ave & 17th St Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Philadelphia Temple University Station - 3 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cambridge Street Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Libertee Grounds - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Spicy Masala Kitchen - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Civic in Fairmount

Family-friendly apartment in Philadelphia with a rooftop terrace
At The Civic in Fairmount, guests have access to a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities.
Each apartment is individually decorated and features a kitchen and a furnished balcony or patio. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 5 units
  • Connecting units available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number 822715

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Civic in Fairmount Apartment
The Civic in Fairmount Philadelphia
The Civic in Fairmount Apartment Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Civic in Fairmount?

The Civic in Fairmount offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to The Civic in Fairmount?

This apartment is situated in North Philadelphia within a short 19-minute walk of Fairmount Park and also 6 minutes on foot from The Met Philadelphia. You'll also find Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Museum of Art within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this apartment?

No, there isn't parking available at the apartment.

Does The Civic in Fairmount feature a casino?

No, The Civic in Fairmount doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Civic in Fairmount?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Civic in Fairmount?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this apartment include a memory foam mattress, a kitchen, and a separate bath and shower.

Does The Civic in Fairmount have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Civic in Fairmount have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Civic in Fairmount doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Civic in Fairmount allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Civic in Fairmount.

How close is the airport from The Civic in Fairmount?

The closest major airport to The Civic in Fairmount is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), which is 13.9 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is located 15.1 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Civic in Fairmount?

Yes, every apartment at The Civic in Fairmount comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring city views.

The Civic in Fairmount Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 64 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Hasan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this hotel based on its four-star rating on Expedia and high guest reviews, but I feel the ratings may be misleading, and I regret not paying more attention to the negative reviews, as they turned out to be more accurate. There is no dedicated parking at the hotel, and you’ll find yourself parking in the surrounding sketchy neighborhood, which is not ideal particularly at night. The area, which is near Temple University, feels unsafe and there are abandoned buildings across the street from the hotel. I use the term “hotel” loosely, as the place doesn't offer the experience one might expect from a four-star establishment. There is no traditional front desk service, as check-in is handled by someone from a third-party company, and check-in consists of signing in on a legal pad. The stale atmosphere in the common areas—both in terms of smell and aesthetics—left a lot to be desired. Given the overall disappointing conditions, I chose not to even enter the room and immediately requested a refund, which was unfortunately denied. If you're a young traveler looking for a basic, no-frills place to sleep and don’t mind the area, this hotel might work for you. However, if you’re seeking a more refined experience or planning a romantic getaway, I would advise looking elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Walkable to Temple University. Very clean. Just what we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathryn, Canandaigua

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The studio was nice and the Front Desk was very helpful. They advertised Free Parking- which was not the case. We found out the day before that the "Free Parking" was actually street parking. We drove in very late around 10:30 pm the host did recommend 2 lots within a couple miles of the property- however when we attempted to use those lots, tbey did not offer over night parking- tbey were limited to 5 hours only. We were able to find street parking- but we had to move our vehicle at 6:30am due to being a school day. Thus was not a great way to start our vacation. The room itself was very clean and quaint. It was also very close to the venue where we were attending a Concert. We chose this place because of the advertised "free parking" and that was not the case. The room was great- but parking was a major issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose R.

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

DAMAYANTI, Lexington

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mohamed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about the apartment clean beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Really nice place

A really nice place to stay! Easy to access, calm and quiet. Parking is tricky but overall a really nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a trip to Philly!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

C

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

WAI KEI

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Keith

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment itself was fine, but there was no replacement toilet paper around and I realized this during hours when the owner/management were unreachable; while I could’ve been replenished in the morning, I had to leave. It was too late.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Very comfortable and out of the way
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was easy to get to and the space was clean. The hosts was really attentive and provided great instructions. The only doenside was the construction happening in front of the entrance. Really hard to dropoff and to get in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

German

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The studio was very clean, nice and comfortable. Clean building, street parking was not an issue. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was great for my family spacious everyone was comfortable felt like home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kushaal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Lovely stay

We had the gallery apartment at the Civic. There neighborhood was quiet and there was a nice convenience store nearby to get any basic necessities and groceries. It was a great space, plenty of room and airy with high ceilings like that of a loft style apartment. Amenities in the kitchen were plentiful and even some basic ingredients like butter and salt were provided. My only negative point would be that the blinds are quite see through and if your windows face the street, it can be quite bright still and made it harder to fall asleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrickson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

dayron

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice apt for affordable stay

The building itself was recently renovated inside with new decor and modern furnishings. There is a brewery with good food right downstairs in the same building and they have a beer garden/gated patio area. The rooftop terrace is only accessible until until 5pm, we were the only ones on the rooftop on a Friday around 4:30pm. We didn’t see a single person using any of the common spaces on our floor 3 or the main lobby floor and it seems the building is largely empty of permanent tenants. There is not always a person at the lobby desk. We mostly encountered short term visitors. The subway is a block away but the surrounding area feels largely abandoned with not much activity and not many people walking around. The street was littered with trash blowing around. Building right across the street is gutted and being renovated. The parking lot is a stone gravel lot across the street from the building but you must drive around the block to access the entrance. Overall the stay was fine, nice studio apt. I was in Philly for a conference downtown and my husband was with me for the weekend. Building interior was new. No shampoo or body wash provided though it was on the listing, and only 1 wash cloth. The ac and fan worked great and there was a smart tv and table and 2 chairs. Nice new kitchen amenities and full fridge was a plus. Overall building was very quiet with some noise from the streets. Would stay here again as the price was very affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deidra, Portland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent but the parking entrance was difficult to find and access, however once found all was well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Kissimmee

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

shaly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked that the property was close to downtown. We had the plesure of eating at the joint below and the food was delish. The apartment is spacious enough to accomodate 7 people. Thanks to the host for allowing us to stay and enjoy his apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Kissimmee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024