The Best Hotels to Book in Philadelphia
Known as the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia is full of American history – attractions like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall draw millions of visitors every year. Dating back to the Colonial or Victorian periods, some of the city’s historic buildings have since been converted into beautiful hotels, offering guests unique accommodation. Make the most of a trip to Pennsylvania with our guide to the best hotels in Philadelphia, all bookable with Culture Trip.
1. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia, for Neoclassical charm
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Formerly a bank, this beautiful Neoclassical building modeled on the Pantheon in Rome dates back to the early 1900s. The Ritz-Carlton in Philadelphia looks like a stately government hall. Its interior is just as impressive as its columned exterior, with meeting rooms in the former vaults, grand ballrooms hosting many a wedding and a club lounge up on the 30th floor with a city panorama. The hotel’s Richel D’Ambra Spa is inspired by Balinese treatments, and the plush rooms are everything you’d expect from a Ritz-Carlton. Chef Richard Sandoval’s Latin-inspired menu at Aqimero focuses on a wood-burning grill and is served in an opulent dining room.
2. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center, for Michelin-star dining
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If the infinity pool floating above the city on the 57th floor doesn’t grab your attention, then perhaps the Michelin-star cuisine at Jean-Georges restaurant will pull you in. Smoked squab with a yuzu broth and seared beef tenderloin with an umami-rich miso glaze are served with a side-helping of city panorama. If seafood is more your thing, Vernick Fish has you covered with fresh oysters and tangy ceviche. Rooms are everything you expect from the five-star establishment, with floor-to-ceiling windows for city views, plush beds and sprawling suites on the top floors.
3. The Deacon, for minimalist modernism
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This Philadelphia hotel was once a church and has been reimagined as a sleek, modern space. Design is predominantly minimalist – gallery-white walls and pristine linen – but Bauhuas-influenced touches bring the place to life. The original stained-glass windows and golden arches remain in some of the eight rooms. The streets around the hotel are filled with cafés, bars and restaurants, but there’s a social shared kitchen if you want to cook for yourself, and a lounge with a pull-down project for a quiet night in.
5. Penn's View Hotel, for a prime sightseeing location
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6. The Rittenhouse, for multiple sophisticated dining options
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7. Morris House Hotel, for a Philly landmark
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8. Rittenhouse 1715, for period charm
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9. Le Méridien, for a romantic atmosphere
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10. Alexander Inn, for authentic 1900s Philly
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Still looking for your perfect stay? Read our guide to the best luxury hotels in Philadelphia, and book your stay now on Culture Trip.
Suzy Pope contributed additional reporting to this article.
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