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This property has a rich history and tradition, as it has been servicing elite Philadelphians and guests for many years. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the hotel was originally constructed in 1926 and features fashionable English Renaissance architecture. (01/08:JB).
The hotel is very traditional as it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was originally constructed in 1926 and features fashionable English Renaissance architecture.
There are 301 spacious and comfortable guest rooms featuring the Sleep NumberŪ Bed by Select Comfort, 32" LCD HD television, complimentary bottled water, complimentary High Speed Internet, complementary local phone calls, marble bath, bath amenities, two telephones with dual phone lines, voice messaging, hairdryer, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, windows open to the outside, large work desk with mobile mini desk, digital movies, music & games on TV, spacious closets, alarm clock radio, in-room safe, individual climate control, full non-smoking hotel, electronic smoke detector and a newspaper - 7 days per week.
The hotel has a formal dining room that features dinner in a sophisticated and formal setting where a jacket is required. The menu features 32 ounce Prime Rib as well as fresh seafood. Voted "Best of Philly" by Philadelphia Magazine. There is also a more casual restaurant that offers an all day dining menu and an array of wines. There is also a cafe that serves delicious flavored coffees, pastries, sandwiches and snacks.
The lobby is large and decorated with traditional styled English Renaissance furnishings. The lobby has a high ceiling that features a spectacular chandelier.The flooring of the lobby is made up of two beautiful toned marbles, one dark and the other off white. In addition to the marble there are beautiful area rugs throughout. The reception desk is made out of polished woods, and is located towards the rear of lobby out of the way of the entrance and sitting areas.
The hotel is centrally located just off the world-renowned Rittenhouse Square, footsteps from Philadelphia's finest museum's and performance centers. The historic building has been restored to its former grandeur.
Area Details - 13 kms to the nearest airport (philadelphia)
- 5 minute walk to the nearest metro station (locust st- septa)
- 3 km to the nearest station (30th street station- amtrak)
- 5 minute walk to the nearest bus stop
- 2 km to the nearest fair site (pennsylvania convention center)
- 47 km to the nearest beach
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