Penn's View Hotel

14 N Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: (215) 922-7600
Fax: (215) 922-7642

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Editorial Review for Penn's View Hotel – by Citysearch Editors

In Short
Once a commercial building, this building has been artfully refurbished to reflect a charming European inn. Picture exposed brick, wrought-iron beds, Chippendale-esque furnishings, fireplaces and hot tubs in one of the best locations in town. Rooms are decorated in rich, warm colors and include terry-cloth bathrobes to wear while enjoying complimentary daily newspaper and breakfast. Deluxe rooms also feature fireplaces and Jacuzzis.

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Insider Tips

Parking

There's a lot adjacent to the hotel. Guests of hotel guests can use the lot for a discounted rate.

The Extras

Room service is available for lunch and dinner, or you can meander to any number of local dining establishments in the historic district. Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and Penn's Landing are all within walking distance.

What to Eat

Located adjacent to the property is the excellent restaurant Panorama and Il Bar wine bar, which are also run by the owner of the inn.

User Reviews for Penn's View Hotel

Citysearch (9), Trip Advisor (27 ), Fodor's (2 ), All (38)

Very Clean, Nothing great about the views, Loud

01/21/2008 Posted by SandraGene

We parked in the VALET parking area next to the hotel. The fee was VERY high...$20 for the night! We then entered the hotel. The lobby is terribly small with worn out seating. The front "desk" is tiny. We went up to our room which was very clean, with the only issue being a small amount of mold in the jacuzzi tub area. The tub was suppoed to be big enough for two but can really only fit one comfortably. The heater kicked on and went off through out the night and the pillows were the WORST ever! When someone walked in the room overhead, the light in our room shook and the room was hardly sound proof. Ours overlooked an alley with boarded up windows and port-o-potties. When we went to get our car, the valet service (not owned by the hotel but really the only place to park), the valet service had put our car into a cement pole enough to dent the bumper. We then waited for 45 minutes for a manager to show up to take care of the problem. Honestly, other than the hotel being really clean, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.

Pros: Cleanliness

Cons: Parking, cost of hotel & parking, noise level, pillows

Best Romantic Boutique Hotel in the City!

07/20/2006 Posted by tony johnson

Quiet, Victorian setting, gas fireplace, jacuzzi tubs that comfortably fit two people, and very conveniently located to great restaurants/clubs. What more needs to be said.

Pros: Ambience, Room Quality

Cons: Parking - small lot