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Latham Hotel

3.5 of 5
135 South 17th Street, (Walnut and 17th), Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Latham Hotel
Ranked #38 of 84 hotels in Philadelphia
4.0 of 5 stars 229 Reviews
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Berlin, CT
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

Went on business, would go back for vacation. The Latham is a smaller hotel that was very large on service. The staff was very friendly and always helpful. The rooms were super clean and well maintained. They are going through a bit of a renovation so some of the lobby was being worked on, however the restaurant and bar were... More

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Houston, Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

My family and I were in Philly for a wedding this weekend and had the pleasure of staying at the Latham. It appeared that they were just finishing a few final touches on a full remodel of the hotel rooms, lobby, bar, and restaurant. The decor was fresh and modern retro. I am not sure if "modern retro" is an... More

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new york
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117 reviews 117 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012

now it looks like any other place. the location still remains good. I guess it had to.

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Doylestown, Pennsylvania
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Stayed here for the first time with family this weekend and loved it! Upon arrival, we used the valet parking which was fuss-free and convenient. During check-in, there was a slight issue that someone entered my reservation incorrectly into the system but that was quickly corrected by the friendly staff. Our entire party was very impressed with how nice and... More

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westchester
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Sofitel, and Palomar were booked so checked into the Latham for a weekend in Philly. Art fair going on in the Park just one block away, and Rittenhouse was happening with sidewalk traffic until early in the morning. Hotel staff very knowledgeable about the area, and very helpful. Recent renovations and upgrades, have made them part of Preferred Boutique hotels... More

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Karlsruhe, Germany
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Good location, rooms are okay, staff is okay - but the room (and bothroom!) were not clean: hair from the previous (?!) guest in the shower, dust in the drawers etc. It could have beeb a nice stay there, but with this level of poor housekeeping it was not worth the price. I would not recommend this hotel.

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MA
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

More in the 3 1/2 star range. The hotel was under construction when I was there, so I can't comment on the amenities or lobby as those were not in service. The staff was really, really friendly and helpful and the location was great. I walked around by myself after dark to find some dinner (late 20s female) and didn't... More

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Harrisville, New Hampshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Our experience at the Latham was excellent: Location: fine city neighborhood near almost everything we needed. Streets clean and safe, drop off smooth and helpful, valet parking convenient and timely (noted available public parking garages nearby for much less money, however). Lobby and room beautifully decorated, with fridge, TV, coffee maker, iron and board, wi-fi, and a very comfortable bed... More

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Fernandina Beach
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

My son and I stayed here in March and we really enjoyed it. The room was very well kept, clean and quiet. Staff very nice as well. I'm sure when the renovations are completed, it will be even better. We'll definitely stay there again if we go back to Philly.

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San Francisco
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

I stayed here before the recent renovations - always was a great deal & superb location near Rittenhouse Square. Updated rooms & public spaces now make this an even better find! I would definitely return here for my next trip to Philly. Staff was friendly & accommodating, but I don't demand much & used to live in Philly - so... More

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Address: 135 South 17th Street, (Walnut and 17th), Philadelphia, PA 19103
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