Philadelphia Small Luxury Hotels
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Philadelphia’s vibrant blend of history, arts and gastronomy is best experienced from the refined comfort of Small Luxury Hotels—intimate, design-forward properties that deliver personalized service and a strong sense of place. For an exceptional stay, choose properties in Rittenhouse Square or Old City for walkability to museums and top restaurants, seek hotels with rooftop bars, spas and curated local experiences, and book early or during shoulder seasons to snag suites and special packages.
Best Small Luxury Hotels in Philadelphia
The Westin Philadelphia

Located in downtown Philadelphia, The Westin Philadelphia offers dark hardwood–furnished rooms with TV, a gourmet coffee maker, terrycloth bathrobes and turndown service, plus on-site dining at Winthorpe & Valentine (contemporary American for breakfast, lunch and dinner), The Lobby Lounge for light evening fare and room service; hotel amenities include a sauna, fitness center, business center, WiFi and concierge, and nearby attractions include The Franklin Institute (under 1 km), the Liberty Bell Center (1.9 km) and the National Constitution Center (2 km). - Prime central location near major museums and historic sites - On-site restaurant, lounge and room service - Fitness center and sauna for wellness needs - Comfortable rooms with gourmet coffee and bathrobes - Business center plus WiFi and concierge services
Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia

Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia, a 4-star hotel opened in June 2020 and conveniently located in Philadelphia, offers air-conditioned rooms with desks, flat-screen TVs and hairdryers, private bathrooms with showers and free toiletries (some with city views), free WiFi, a fitness center, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a 24-hour front desk; guests can enjoy an à la carte or American breakfast, and popular nearby attractions include the Mutter Museum, Pennsylvania Convention Center and the Liberty Bell, while Philadelphia International Airport is about 12 km away. - Central downtown location near major attractions - Modern property (opened June 2020) - Free WiFi and on-site fitness center - 24-hour front desk plus restaurant and bar - Rooms with city views and in-room workspaces
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Downtown Philadelphia Hotels with Balcony
Lokal Hotel Fishtown

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Located 322 metres from Rittenhouse Square, Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square features on-site dining, 24-hour concierge service, and artwork by international artists throughout the property; guests stay in spacious rooms with flat-screen TVs, soft goose-down duvets, bathrooms with glass-enclosed showers plus a separate bathtub, and in-room amenities including coffee-making facilities, an enhanced minibar and a stereo system, while the hotel also offers a state-of-the-art fitness centre, free wireless internet and a lobby coffee station serving morning coffee and espresso with fresh fruit and pastries — the Franklin Institute is 1.1 km away and the Museum of Art is 2.4 km away. - Prime location near Rittenhouse Square - Spacious rooms with luxury bedding and bath - On-site dining and 24-hour concierge - Fitness centre and free Wi-Fi - Lobby coffee station with pastries and espresso
The Study at University City

The Study at University City by Study Hotels offers sophisticated, refined accommodations in Philadelphia with an on-site restaurant; rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with flat-screen TVs, some include a sitting area, and all have private bathrooms with bathrobes and complimentary toiletries, while a 24-hour front desk is available for guest convenience; the hotel sits adjacent to the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, is about 2 km from the Philadelphia Museum of Art and 9.6 km from Philadelphia International Airport (smoking fee: $500). - Prime location next to UPenn and Drexel - On-site restaurant for convenient dining - Comfortable rooms with bathrobes and free toiletries - 24-hour front desk service - Close to Philadelphia Museum of Art and airport
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W Philadelphia

Opened in April 2020, W Philadelphia is centrally located about 500 metres from the city centre and less than 1 km from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, offering contemporary rooms with free WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden; on-site amenities include a restaurant, 24-hour front desk, room service, a terrace, a bar and a business centre, and guests can choose an à la carte or American breakfast while visiting nearby attractions such as the Liberty Bell (1.4 km), the Mutter Museum, the National Liberty Museum and the Barnes Foundation — Philadelphia International Airport is 12 km away. - Outdoor pool and terrace - Central location near convention center and Liberty Bell - Free WiFi, 24-hour front desk and room service - Fitness centre, business centre and private parking - On-site restaurant and bar
The Inn at Penn

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel is located in downtown Philadelphia just 322 metres from the University of Pennsylvania and within 5 km of attractions such as The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the Liberty Bell; Philadelphia 30th Street station, Rittenhouse Square and the Philadelphia Museum of Art are all within about 2.4 km. The hotel offers WiFi access and rooms equipped with flat-screen cable TVs, refrigerators and en suite bathrooms with hairdryers, free toiletries and bathrobes. On-site amenities include a 24-hour front desk, fitness centre, bar, meeting facilities, luggage storage, shops and the Louie Louie restaurant serving American–French fusion. - Prime location near UPenn and major sights - WiFi available and in-room refrigerators - On-site restaurant (Louie Louie) - 24-hour front desk and fitness centre - Meeting facilities and luggage storage
Chestnut Hill Hotel
