Location
This Downtown Philadelphia hotel is situated on the famous Avenue of the Arts and blends Old World architecture with modern amenities. It is only two blocks away from the Academy of Music and the Kimmell Center for the Performing Arts. It is within walking distance of Independence Hall and Liberty Bell. Local transport links can be found within around a minute’s walk from the hotel whilst the train station is about 4 minutes away on foot. Spring Mountain ski resort is around a 50-minute drive from the hotel.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1904. 27 suites, 94 single rooms and 51 double rooms are located on 7 storeys and can be reached by lift. Staffed 24 hours a day, the reception desk makes check-in and check-out easy. Services such as a cloakroom and a safe ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include translation services, room service, a laundry service and a hairdresser.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. Other amenities available include an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests can stay up-to-date thanks to the daily newspaper provided. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Cosmetic products ensure additional comfort. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and 172 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The freshwater pool complex guarantees comfortable swimming with its indoor area and pleasantly heated water. Parasols on the terrace are also available. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. For guests who wish to keep active, basketball and golf are available. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, squash, callisthenics and aerobics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and a hammam. Subject to charge: massage treatments. A dance club and a nightclub are also options for entertainment.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.
Café
Newspaper kiosk
Shops
Hairdresser
Bar(s)
Pub(s)
Nightclub
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with air conditioning
Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area
Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
Conference Room
Internet access
WLAN access
Room Service
Laundry Service
Car Park
Garage
TV Room
Pets
Air conditioning
24-hour reception
24-hour check-in
Hotel Safe
Cloakroom
Lifts