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Penn's View Hotel

3.0 of 5
14 North Front St. & Market, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Penn's View Hotel
Ranked #12 of 84 hotels in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 250 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Fresh fruit(9)
  • Old city(8)
  • Liberty bell(8)
  • Continental breakfast(7)
  • Very nice(7)
  • Great location(5)
  • Front desk staff(5)
  • Comfortable bed(4)
  • Market street(3)
  • Ice cream(3)
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Raleigh, NC
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

I stayed two nights at Penn's View. The hotel is located in the historic area just beside a bus station. Overall, it was a fine hotel and easy to walk to multiple restaurants and attractions such as Liberty Bell, etc. I was there to attend a conference so the historic charm was lost on me. As a business traveler, I... More

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Memphis, TN
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The staff is very friendly and helpful. The rooms are charming and unique. We stayed in room 500, with a gas fireplace, huge whirlpool tub with shower, and very comfy queen sized bed. It has a bed and breakfast feel. They serve a free and tasty breakfast every morning - fruit, yogurt, cereal, breads, and make-your-own waffles and hard-boiled eggs.... More

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Carlisle, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

My partner and I recently stayed at the Penn's View because of its many favorable Tripadvisor reviews. So there is little reason to cover all of the ground others have done already. We were very pleased with our stay in this small, quaint hotel. The staff were gracious and helpful, just as described. Nor did the on-site Panorama restaurant disappoint:... More

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Clackmannan
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

There is no such thing as a cheap hotel in Philly, but I got the room on internet at a good rate so can't really complain, I was only in for two nights, a little compact for a longer stay, ( my mate had a bigger room but still no view), but comforable enough. staff very nice too. Wine bar... More

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kansas city
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed here for a wedding weekend. Cute place! The continental breakfast, was so-so, but the location was great. Right on Market street and within walking distance of a lot of sights. Easy to get a cab if need be.

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Galway, Ireland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We had a most enjoyable few days at this very attractive hotel. Owner and staff were friendly and attentive. Location was perfect as we were able to walk to the city's historic attractions. With many fine restaurants in the immediate vicinity we only had one dinner in the hotel's Ristorante Panorama, and that was excellent. By the way this hotel/restaurant... More

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nyc
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

This is near enough the train terminal to be convenient but far enough to feel you have really gone on vacation. The neighborhood is great with lots of walking, eating, and drinking places nearby and you are right on the water. The rooms are lovely and you can have champagne delivered to your jacuzzi bath. Our front desk manager Antonio... More

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New York City, New York
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We've stayed here several times and always had a good experience. Great location, walking distance to everything. Good restaurants in the neighborhood but what we love about this hotel is that, thanks to the quality on-site restaurant, you can have a wonderful romantic dinner, complete with wine flights, delivered to your room. We had a lovely room in the front... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This hotel was just wonderful. Quaint old world charm, spacious rooms and excellent service. Breakfast was delicious and more than adequate. Right in the heart of the historic district it is perfectly situated to take advantage of Philedelphia's attractions. It is also close to a range of eateries offering the famous Phillie cheese sliders. This hotel offers great value.

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Apollo Beach, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012
3
people found this review helpful

The staff is very friendly and helpful. The location is great, walking is easy and public trans is convenient. The only issue I had was paying extra for a river view and not knowing we would have a view of I 95, too. I would not book this room ever again, and wish we had asked to switch rooms to... More

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