Such a cozy and homey inn perfect for a few nights stay in Philly. Conveniently located right…read moreacross the river from Center City, and very close to the art museum. They make breakfast every morning and aren't shy with the portion sizes. They also have snacks in the dining room for guests to take throughout the day. Hosts were very lovely as well!

Wonderful stay! Beautiful property and rooms. Impeccably clean. Beds were super comfortable…read more Service was fantastic. Close proximity to the center city station and really cute neighborhood near a university. Breakfast is delicious and the atmosphere makes it even better! I will definitely be returning and I recommend Cornerstone to anybody visiting Philly! Thank you Jill for a wonderful stay!

I stayed here a few weeks ago. I booked the Blue Willow room. I was visiting Philly for a few days…read morepurely for myself. It was exactly what I was looking for. Cozy, friendly and within decent range of my destinations. Parking was easy as they have a small lot at the back of the building. Breakfast was delicious and the coffee was great. My room was on the 3rd floor, so beware if you are bring a lot of luggage as there are no elevators (not that I was expecting any). I reserved this room as I wanted the fireplace. My only caveat: If you plan on using the fireplace, it is gas, and I couldn't figure out why I couldn't get it on the first night. I asked the next morning and didn't realize I had to ask for the pilot light to be lit. It was early October and it had just gotten cool out. The hosts were so accommodating! There is a small pantry area where there is a fridge for common use if needed with bottled water and coffee/tea available. (Keurig and Kcups). This was my first time booking a B&B and it was the perfect experience. My only SLIGHT disappointment was that the Wi-Fi left a little to be desired. It was sometimes spotty, but still got me through. I would most definitely recommend it and if I am in the Philly area, would book it again in a heartbeat!

This is an absolutely wonderful bed and breakfast. My husband and I went to Philadelphia for a…read morefamily event that overlapped with my birthday. We had originally booked another place on Airbnb but when we arrived it was dirty and we decided to leave. I found the Gables at the last minute and they had a room and allowed us to check in within an hour. The room was amazing. We were so worn down after a day of travel and the bad Airbnb experience that we would have taken anything clean, but were pleasantly surprised by the pristine, peaceful, beautiful suite that we got. The owners were very understanding of our situation and helped us get settled right away. They were great about helping us get trolley tokens and find our way downtown so we could enjoy what was left of the day. In addition, since it was my birthday they even surprised us with cake and champagne. The morning breakfast was also great and checkout was easy. I am a Penn alum but somehow didn't know about the Gables. It is now my go to place for trips to Philadelphia, I can't recommend it enough. Thanks to the owners for a great stay!

We love The Franklin! Charming, comfortable rooms and delightful staff. Within easy walking…read moredistance of Rittenhouse Square and several fabulous restaurants. Longer but doable walk to the Philly and Barnes museums. The hotel breakfast, while not made to order, is still a step up from your typical Continental breakfast. We discovered the bar this stay, and found its selections to be impressive. Shout out to Marcus, Paige, Doug, Addison, and the rest of the staff. Thanks for another great visit. See you next time!

1715 Rittenhouse Boutique Hotel The devil is in the details…read more I just loved the wallpaper in the room and lobby. This hidden gem is amazing from the staff, decor, towels, fresh fruit served for breakfast. The rooms were much more spacious than expected, and all of the amenities were obviously chosen with thoughtful care. The staff was the star of the show - always helpful and kind, which made the trip that much more comfortable. Without us even asking, they placed a bottle of wine with a beautiful handwritten card for our anniversary. Everyone from the manager to the front desk was always attentive and friendly. I found this hotel to be my favorite in Philadelphia partially because of its excellent location. It is located right in Rittenhouse Literally 10 steps to Rittenhouse square and has a feeling of natural peacefulness not present in the hotels deeper in the center city. It was a great feeling to spend the day in the hustle and bustle of the center city, then come back to our peaceful hotel. Additionally, the hotel is a short walk away from excellent restaurants such as Parc and Steak 48, as well as a huge variety of shops surrounding the area. If you're coming to Philadelphia, do yourself a favor and stay at the Rittenhouse. The wonderful staff, ideal location, and upscale furnishings are more than perfect for any trip's needs. We looked at different hotels including the Four Seasons and the Ritz for our special weekend, but we are so happy We went with the Rittenhouse Hotel. Staff We cannot express enough how wonderful their staff is as well. They went above and beyond. #1715rittenhouse #rittenhouse #philadelphiahotel #phillystayandplay #hotairballon #phillyhotel

We had a wonderful experience at this hotel. Each staff member was pleasant and extremely helpful…read more The room was spacious and very clean. I would definitely stay here again.

Very old but classic building, small stairways, a bit creaky. We were in room 101 and had people…read moreabove us who had a crying boy we could not sleep by. The breakfast is not for those on low carb diets . . . buns, toast, cereal . . . hard boiled eggs were difficult to peel and over cooked. Location is excellent and close to many Philly points ofd interest. Kitchenette was less than minimally supplied. No sharp knives, pans or even a wine opener. Still, nice place overall and can moderately recommend.

As someone who is an aspiring UPenn student, there is no better hotel to stay at than the Inn at…read morePenn. On the morning of my university information session I go downstairs and at the Junction Cafe you are greeted with unparalleled service. Briana was the kindest and most caring server. She would ask many questions to make sure that the coffee was to your exact liking and the breakfast options were phenomenal. There is no better start to your day! Every corner you go you are greeted with a smile at this place! For what it is, it is perfect. Six out of five stars!

Construction started before 7am in the hotel. Why would management permit waking up guests so…read moreearly? Room wasn't ready at check in (5pm).

Just spent the weekend in Philly and had a wonderful stay at Appel's! We took the train/subway in…read more They are about 5 blocks from the Market/Frankford line. Walking distance to all our favorite haunts in town--Bistro Romano, Eulogy Pub, Downey's, Stella and Artful Dodger, just to name a few. Marilyn and Harry refurbished this place over 20 years ago. Loved hearing the story and looking at the pictures on their wall. Check-in is done at their dining room table--very homey. Breakfast is continental and very flexible, which was perfect--we had places to go and things to do. We are soooo glad we found them. Hadn't seen recent reviews on them, so wondered if they were still in business, but they totally are. For $125/night + tax this was the perfect find for my husband and me.

Terrific place! It's a beautiful house run by a wonderful couple. They couldn't be more welcoming…read more It's like staying with a favorite aunt and uncle. The house is perfectly located for enjoying Philly. They gave me great recommendations for food and how to find my way around.

Honestly I'm not sure where any positive recent reviews come from. The location is the only thing…read morethis place has going for it. I haven't written a review in ages, but feel compelled to alert other travelers. We stayed in the Lafayette which was spacious but run down and dirty. I could see past that if it hadn't been for the worst service I've ever experienced in a stay. We arrived for breakfast an hour and a half before it was over. The table linens were stained (on literally every table) and the coffee pot was nearly empty (with luke warm coffee). When an employee finally came out from the back and I politely said the coffee was out, we got an earful about her "not making another pot," "it will go to waste or they'll just have to save it for tomorrow." She said we could use the keurig because she wasn't making more. She continued to go on about them trying to save money, complaining about people taking cups from where they weren't supposed to, people with gluten allergies, and on and on. I've traveled all over the world and stayed at several B&Bs. I'm used to B&Bs being charming and welcoming, but here I felt like I was being lectured -- like I hadn't read all the paperwork or something. It was so unexpected , unpleasant, and uncomfortable. Most places go out of their way to show you the space and share details. I received a welcome email before arriving saying staff would happily assist in making recommendations, dinner reservations, etc. I actually replied and got no response. There was never any staff who expressed anything close to this kind of hospitality. The next morning when we went to store our luggage before leaving, the desk was unattended. Someone went to seek help and we were met with the same annoyed employee from breakfast the previous day. I said I wanted to make sure we didn't need tags or to inform anyone that we're leaving luggage (as the sign at the front desk indicates), and she --again, annoyed-- said "I don't even know why it says that, we don't have time for that" and removed it from the counter. We attempted to contact the manager Maria twice about concerns and have yet to receive a return call. Location is lovely. Rooms are below average. Service is laughable.

This place is the perfect get away and exceeded my expectations. Breakfast was amazing, room was…read moreamazing and the owner was so sweet. Can't wait to come again!!

Apparently not what it used to be. The property has been on the market for some two years and they…read moreseem to have stopped doing maintenance while they try to sell it. Pros: good location, good staff, free happy hour each night with snacks and wine. Cons: stained and discolored carpet and bath tile. Very limited options for breakfast. No fruit at all. Waffle machine seems to burn on the outside and stay raw on the inside.

The Alexander Inn has been a favorite of my wife and myself since 2019…read more We checked in Friday afternoon, Jan. 23, 2026. To be fair, there was a pending snow storm over the weekend, so reservations were few, and it's 17 degrees outside. The first observations weren't good. The bedspread appeared not to have been washed, the sink leaked water and, worst of all, the room was cold. REALLY COLD, maybe 55 degrees. (I don't carry a thermometer.) We did advise the front desk of the issues, and they did attend to the bedding, but were unable to increase the temperature. (Note: We did ask other guests about this. Some said their room was "fine" temperature-wise, and others said their room was "hot.") The breakfast offered to all guests is basic: bagels, English muffins, hard-boiled eggs, juice, tea, and fresh fruit. Their coffee was delicious and an attendant was on top of the breakfast bar at all times. We thought the front desk and custodian did their best, considering the challenges. Nevertheless, the rooms weren't up to past standards. We're disappointed with our recent visit and hope standards improve.

We booked a room here to celebrate my wife's 50th birthday in Philadelphia. We typically don't book…read moreB&Bs but were intrigued by the historic appeal and location. We were very pleased to find a parking garage adjacent to the estate and proximity to Old City and its amenities. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the owner, Nature, who was very hospitable. We stayed on the third floor and were quickly reminded that we were not in a hotel (i.e., no elevators) and began lugging our bags up the steep staircase. Our room - and the entire house - was as authentic as possible following some minor restoration. The decor was not our cup of tea, but it fit the theme and we were not surprised it was missing some modern touches (i.e., USB outlets, an updated shower, etc.). We stayed here only one night but got to experience breakfast on Sunday morning; fresh pancakes with powdered sugar and blueberries and perfectly cooked sausage links. The hot food was complemented by a continental breakfast spread of fresh fruit, bagel, bread, and pastries. Our only gripe of the entire stay was that our room was extremely warm. The owner informed us upon arrival that "only heat was on" and to use the fan in the room if necessary. Unfortunately, the fan did not suffice and we were forced to prop open a window to cool of the room before we slept. Sadly, we could not keep the windows open while sleeping, because there were no screens and the city is noisy at all hours - especially early in the morning. Overall, it was an interesting experience. But, we will most likely book a hotel during our next overnight visit to the City of Brotherly Love.

I came to Philly for 4 days specifically to have a quest place to write grants for my non-profit…read more For the entire 4 days, there was NO WIFI in the room. Nor did other guests have WIFI in their rooms. Each day I communicated with staff re this hardship and my reason for being there. I paid over $600 for the room and was only comped $100 for the inconvenience. On my last day, a staff member said I could have a late check out of 4 pm as my flight did not leave until 8, as a way to compensate for the issues. The manager then called at 2:45 saying I had to be out immediately. The one outlet in my bedroom did not work.There is no heat - and it got down to 45 at night. There is only a space heater, which is not safe to run all night. Stairs are steep and there are a lot of them. There is no one to help carry luggage. Rooms are small. Mine was freezing - had to ask for blankets as there were not extra in the room - as they had indicated.