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Summary of reviewsThe Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is a superb, historic hotel located in the heart of Philli. Despite some minor critiques, guests have described their stays as pleasant and very good, praising the hotel's excellent services and facilities. The staff is welcoming and friendly and the rooms are clean and well-maintained. Although some guests found the hotel to be slightly expensive, it's still considered a great value considering the prime location. Overall, the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is an excellent choice for travelers looking to stay in a beautiful hotel in the center of Philli. Show more
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Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
This hotel incorporates several eco-friendly practices including recycling, using LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products. Bathrooms feature eco-friendly toiletries and water-efficient showers.
Hotel near Nightlife Spots
Located in Center City Philadelphia, this hotel is easily accessible and close to nightlife options. It is a popular choice for events and celebrations.
Hotel with Swimming Pool
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown offers a large indoor pool, providing a great option for year-round swimming. Its central location and extensive amenities make it a popular choice for both business and leisure travelers.
Indoor Pool Pool Lap Lanes
Business Hotel
Connected directly to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, it offers extensive meeting and event spaces. The hotel includes a full-service business center and advanced technology to support business activities. Its location in the heart of Philadelphia's business district is ideal for corporate travelers.
Hotel with Parking
Located downtown, this Marriott offers parking for guests, simplifying travel within the city center. The parking facilities are well-managed and easily accessible.
Accessible Hotel
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown offers mobility-accessible rooms with 32-inch wide entryways, including options for roll-in showers or bathtubs with grab bars and adjustable-height handheld shower wands. Rooms also feature lowered peepholes, door locks, electrical outlets, visual alarms, and flashing door knockers. Accessible entrances with automatic doors lead to the pool, business center, fitness center, restaurants, and meeting spaces.
Hotel with Gym
Offers a state-of-the-art Health Club with cardio equipment, free weights, weight machines, and Peloton bikes. It also features an indoor lap pool.
4-Star Hotel
Located in the heart of Center City, this hotel offers spacious rooms and comprehensive amenities. Connected to the Pennsylvania Convention Center and close to Reading Terminal Market, it's ideal for business and leisure travelers.
Hotel with Indoor Pool
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown features an indoor lap pool located on the 7th floor. This pool is well-suited for guests looking to maintain their fitness routine with dedicated lap swimming.
Luxury Hotel
Hotel for Honeymoon
Family Friendly Hotel
Romantic Hotel
Hotel with Pool Lap Lanes
Room Types
King RoomThis room features a flat-screen cable TV, a seating area, and a work desk.
Please note that bed type is not guaranteed and will be assigned based on availability at the time of check-in.
King Room - Concierge LevelThis room features concierge lounge access, which includes:
-Complimentary continental breakfast
-Evening hors d'oeuvres
-Concierge services
-Cash bar
Please note that bed type is not guaranteed and will be assigned based on availability at the time of check-in.
Ambassador SuiteThis room features a flat-screen cable TV, a seating area, and a work desk.
Tower Room - 1 King BedThis room features a flat-screen cable TV, a mini refrigerator and a tea/coffee maker.
Double Room with Two Double Beds - Concierge LevelThis room features concierge lounge access, which includes:
-Complimentary continental breakfast
-Evening hors d'oeuvres
-Concierge services
-Cash bar
Double Room with 2 Double BedsThis room features a flat-screen cable TV, a mini refrigerator and a tea/coffee maker.
Tower Room - 2 Double BedsThis room features a flat-screen cable TV, a mini refrigerator and a tea/coffee maker.
Standard King Room with Roll-in Shower - Mobility and Hearing AccessibleThe double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds and Roll-in Shower - Mobility and Hearing AccessibleThe double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard King Room with Adapted Tub - Mobility and Hearing AccessibleThe double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, tumble dryer, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds and Adapted Tub - Mobility and Hearing AccessibleThe double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. The double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, tumble dryer, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Junior King SuiteThe suite offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer.
Executive King SuiteThe suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The suite has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as tumble dryer.
Marquis SuiteThis spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The suite has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as executive lounge access. The unit has 2 beds.
Marquis One-Bedroom Suite - Concierge Lounge Access/Mobility Accessible with TubThe spacious suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a dining area. The unit has 2 beds.
Double Room - Concierge Lounge Access/Main Building/Mobility/Hearing Accessible with TubOffering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access and a wardrobe. The unit has 2 beds.
Large Queen Room - Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Roll-In ShowerThe double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, tumble dryer, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
King Room - Concierge Lounge Access/Main Building/Mobility/Hearing Accessible with TubFeaturing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room - Concierge Lounge Access/Main Building/Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Roll-In ShowerThe double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers executive lounge access, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, tumble dryer and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Concierge lounge access, Guest room, 2 Double, Main Building (Mobility & Hearing Accessible w/ Roll-in Shower)The double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, tumble dryer, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Main Building King Guest Room with Roll-In Shower - Mobility/Hearing AccessibleThe double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.
Main Building Double Guest Room with Roll-In Shower - Mobility/Hearing AccessibleThe double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
Main Building King Guest Room with Tub - Mobility/Hearing AccessibleThis air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.
Main Building Double Guest Room with Tub - Mobility/Hearing AccessibleThis air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit offers 2 beds.
Presidential King Suite with Sofa Bed - Main BuildingThe spacious suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath. The suite has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, executive lounge access, a dining area, as well as a wardrobe.
Vice Presidential King Suite with Sofa Bed - Main BuildingThe spacious suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer.
Governor's King Suite with Sofa Bed - Main BuildingThe spacious suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The suite has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, executive lounge access, a dining area, as well as a wardrobe.
About Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
License: 658788
Guest Reviews
8.2
Very Good
Location
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown hotel is located in the heart of the city, placing travelers conveniently close to historical sites, restaurants, bars and shops. Guests have found the location to be fantastic with attractions such as City Hall, Reading Terminal Market and Independence Hall within easy walking distance. The hotel's proximity to the Pennsylvania Convention Center and the boardwalk has also been praised. In addition to the great location, guests have enjoyed the cleanliness and comfort of the hotel rooms, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. The hotel offers a fair price for its unbeatable location and is recommended for anyone looking to explore Philadelphia's main tourist areas and shops.
Breakfast
Travelers who stayed at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown had varied experiences with breakfast at the hotel. While some guests were pleased with the selection and quality of the buffet breakfast, others criticized the lack of inclusion of breakfast with the room rate and the high prices for the "a la carte" menu. However, there were positive remarks about the great restaurant and the convenience of having a delicious breakfast available on-site. Guests who were comped the $100 buffet breakfast were especially pleased. While there were some complaints about cold and subpar food, most guests enjoyed the plenty of food and variety of options available with some even calling it an excellent restaurant. Overall, while breakfast at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown may not have been perfect for everyone, it was generally seen as a convenient and satisfying option for hotel guests.
Rooms
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown offers spacious and convenient rooms that are both comfortable and neat. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and maintenance of the rooms, but some experienced issues with room availability and missing amenities like garbage cans and toilet paper. Despite these minor setbacks, guests speak highly of the modern and clean facilities and amenities including comfy beds, nice showers and great views. The location is also a major plus, being situated in the heart of town. The staff is both pleasant and accommodating with valets and front desk staff receiving special praise. While some rooms may be small or lacking in certain amenities, guests generally enjoy their stay and would return.
Beds
Guests at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown have mixed opinions about the beds. Some guests were disappointed with the availability of their requested room with some rooms only having one bed instead of two and others having a sofa bed instead of queens. However, guests generally found the beds to be comfortable with some even describing them as super comfy. The cleanliness of the bedding was also a common positive remark. While some guests found the pillows to flatten quickly or the beds to be too small for two adults, the majority of guests seemed satisfied with the comfort of the beds. Overall, guests can expect a clean and comfortable night's sleep at this Marriott property.
Cleanliness
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown has received mixed reviews regarding its cleanliness. While some guests found the hotel to be exceptionally clean and well-maintained, others reported unsanitary facilities and stains on bedding. The staff, however, receives glowing reviews for their helpfulness and friendliness. The pool, unfortunately, appears to be a common problem area with reports of dirtiness and peeling paint. Guests can expect rooms that are clean, although some may require minor upgrades. Overall, the hotel is in a convenient location and boasts a beautiful appearance with well-supplied amenities.
Staff
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Hotel boasts a friendly staff who are accommodating and welcoming. The waiters and room cleaners in particular were exceptional and the bell captain and valets were always courteous and organized. The front desk staff were attentive and responsive to guests' needs with many guests noting their helpfulness and professionalism. While a few negative experiences were reported, such as broken TVs and poor customer service from security guards, the staff as a whole left a positive impression on most guests. Their helpfulness and friendliness, combined with the hotel's great location and cleanliness, make for an enjoyable stay.
Wi-Fi
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown offers Wi-Fi access at an additional cost, which some guests found frustrating. Some complained that the internet wasn't free, while others didn't appreciate being charged for unused service. Membership was required to receive free Wi-Fi and some guests experienced difficulties with disconnects. Many visitors thought the fee was too high or even crazy. Despite these issues, the hotel offers reliable and efficient Wi-Fi service to those who are willing to pay for it.
Pool
If you're planning a stay at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown and hoping to take a refreshing dip, here's what you need to know about the hotel's pool. While some guests noted that the pool was small and crowded with kids, others appreciated the cool water temperature for getting in a workout. However, a few negative reviews mentioned issues like the pool being advertised as heated but not actually being so, showers lacking hot water and the pool water appearing cloudy. Some even lamented that there was no hot tub available. On the bright side, many reviews mentioned that the indoor pool was clean and working and some reviewers had positive experiences with the pool when it was open. Keep in mind that the changing rooms could use some work and a few guests unfortunately found the pool closed during their stay.
Parking
Guests at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown have mixed feelings about the parking options at the hotel. While some found the valet service to be overpriced and cramped, others appreciated the convenience of having a parking spot close to the hotel. However, there were some negative reviews about the availability of parking and some guests had to find parking lots a distance away from the hotel. Those who were concerned about the cost of the hotel's parking opted for public parking lots close by instead. Overall, the cost of parking was a sore spot for many guests with some describing it as a rip-off and excessive.
Family
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is a great hotel for families visiting the city. Despite a few minor issues like elevator delays and small rooms for larger families, guests had an overall positive experience. The property offers many amenities enjoyable for all ages and was an important selling point for one guest's daughter. Reviewers especially loved the hotel's central location and its proximity to popular city attractions. Families appreciated the opportunity to celebrate special occasions, like birthdays or visiting grandparents for a convention. However, one guest's son was scared and uncomfortable with their room's situation, so it's important to communicate any needs to the check-in staff. Despite the occasional chaos caused by some children running around, the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is a great option for families looking for a fun and comfortable stay in the City of Brotherly Love.
4 Star
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is a beautiful, historic hotel situated in the perfect location in Philli. Guests have described their stays as pleasant, very good and superb with a few minor critiques such as the slightly underwhelming room and lack of free Wi-Fi. However, overall, visitors have enjoyed their time at the hotel, praising its excellent services and facilities. The staff is welcoming and friendly and the rooms are clean and well-maintained. Although some guests found the hotel to be too expensive for what it is, it's still considered a great value considering the prime location. In summary, the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is an excellent choice for travelers looking to stay in a beautiful hotel in the center of Philli.
Accessible
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is a convenient and safe hotel suitable for guests looking for a short stay. The building is easily accessible from multiple sides with secured entry. It's an ideal location for tourists who enjoy visiting the famous Reading Terminal Market or the Convention Center. Although some guests noted that the sandwiches could use improvement, the hotel does cater to the needs of guests with disabilities with accessible accommodations available.
Yes, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Pool Lap Lanes.
No, a spa isn't available at Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.
No, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.