KIMPTON HOTEL PALOMAR PHILADELPHIA BY IHG | Stay downtown in Philadelphia

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117 South 17Th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia By Ihg - Boutique hotel with artistic design near Rittenhouse Square

Located in the Architects Building in Rittenhouse Square, this hotel features contemporary design with artistic flourishes, including three brightly colored busts of Benjamin Franklin in the living room. The hotel offers 6,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space on the 24th and 25th floors with city views. Square 1682, the on-site restaurant, serves modern American cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. The hotel is 0.5 km from 15th-16th & Locust and 15 km from Philadelphia International Airport. Amenities include a fitness center, nightly hosted wine hour, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary yoga mat in every room

Custom-designed PUBLIC bikes for guest use (first come, first served)

On-site restaurant Square 1682 with seasonal patio seating

Pet-friendly amenities including pet beds and food/water bowls

LEED Gold certified property with sustainable practices

Hosted evening social hour in the lobby

'Forgot It? We've Got It!' program for forgotten essentials

Nearby access to Schuylkill River Trail and Independence Mall attractions

Rooms

Guest rooms feature spa-inspired baths with marble and glass tile accents, Atelier Bloem bath amenities, and city views in select rooms. All rooms include a flat-screen TV, minibar, safe deposit box, and air conditioning. Some suites offer separate living areas and sleeper sofas. The hotel provides hypo-allergenic bedding and a yoga mat in each room.

Other conveniences

Free Wi-Fi throughout the property

24-hour front desk service

On-site fitness center with cardio equipment

Business center and meeting facilities

Valet parking (surcharge)

Room service available

Laundry and dry cleaning services

Complimentary morning coffee and tea service

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2 persons

305 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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King Room City View

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2 persons

305 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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King Room Hearing Accessible Roll Shower Non-Smoking

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305 sq. feet

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Transportation Options

City Centre

Philadelphia1700 ft

Airports

Philadelphia International (PHL) 9.0 mi

Trenton-Mercer (TTN) 33.9 mi

Train

30th Street Station4300 ft

Underground

15th-16th & Locust1000 ft

15th Street1400 ft

Bus

Bus stop 7.5 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 68.40 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Paid Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Spa & wellness centre
Massage

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries
Bathroom telephone

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
CD player
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

117 South 17Th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

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117 South 17Th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

City landmarks

Museum

Independence National Historical Park

1.1 mi

Museum

The Franklin Institute

3800 ft

Museum

Philadelphia Museum of Art

1.5 mi

Museum

The Barnes Foundation

4700 ft

Landmark

Independence Hall

1.1 mi

Landmark

Liberty Bell

1.0 mi

Art object

Art Museum Steps

1.3 mi

Park

Love Park

2100 ft

Museum

Eastern State Penitentiary

1.3 mi

Market

Reading Terminal Market

3700 ft

Museum

Mutter Museum

2900 ft

Museum

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

3800 ft

Museum

Rodin Museum

5000 ft

Landmark

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

1.1 mi

Monument

Benjamin Franklin National Memorial

3500 ft

Mall

Pennsylvania Convention Center

4300 ft

Landmark

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

1.2 mi

Museum

Museum of the American Revolution

1.3 mi

Landmark

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution

5200 ft

Museum

National Constitution Center

1.3 mi

Public Building

Philadelphia City Hall

2300 ft

Library

Rosenbach Museum and Library

2800 ft

Landmark

Betsy Ross House

1.3 mi

Landmark

Congress Hall

4400 ft

Landmark

The African American Museum in Philadelphia

1.1 mi

Landmark

Liberty Bell Center

1.2 mi

Nearby

Square

Rittenhouse Square

800 ft

1650 Market St Suite 5700

One Liberty Observation Deck

700 ft

Gallery

Clothespin

1100 ft

Restaurants

Parc Brasserie

1200 ft

227 S 18th St Rittenhouse Square

The Dandelion

600 ft

124 South 18th Street

Luke's Lobster

100 ft

130 S 17th St

Chez Colette

300 ft

120 S 17th St

Suga

300 ft

1720 Sansom St

Giwa

600 ft

1608 Sansom St Previous address 1608 Sansom St

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Simon

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.4/10

The hotel had beautiful staff and was located in the middle of downtown, making it very comfortable. However, there were some room issues like malfunctioning outlets and a phone that didn't work fully. The pricing was slightly higher but acceptable for a front-facing room, though there was still noticeable traffic noise.

Rooms

7.0

The room had malfunctioning outlets and a phone that didn't fully work.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly friendly and welcoming.

Location

10.0

The location is the best, close to everything, and right in the center of downtown Philly.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, but it started only at 7 am.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers simple but clean and comfortable rooms and is located near many major sights.

William

United States, November 2023

8.4/10

The hotel excelled in providing exceptional service, a prime location near Rittenhouse Square, and comfortable rooms with captivating city views. However, the dining experience fell short with underripe avocados and early breakfast hours.

Rooms

9.0

My room on the 22nd floor offered breathtaking city views, meeting my wife's expectations. The room, 2111, was spacious and modern.

Service

9.0

The staff, especially OJ from concierge, went above and beyond with attentive service, including thoughtful gestures like getting flowers for my sick mother. They were friendly and always ready to assist.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location in Rittenhouse was perfect, providing easy access to shopping, restaurants, and historical sites. We enjoyed exploring the city by foot due to its convenient proximity to various attractions.

Dining

7.0

Although the dining experience had its flaws with underripe avocados and limited breakfast options ending early, we found it better to dine off-premises for a casual breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities met our needs but did not particularly stand out compared to other aspects of the hotel.

Julie

United States, October 2023

9.2/10

Staying at this hotel was a fantastic experience. The room was spacious, sparkling clean, and had all the amenities one could need. The service was top-notch, and the staff even went out of their way to accommodate special requests. The location was perfect, right in the heart of the city with easy access to shops and historical sites. The dining options were diverse, although a few improvements could enhance the overall experience.

Rooms

10.0

The Deluxe 1 Bedroom Suite I stayed in was perfect. The bathroom and furnishings were very nice, the room was big, spotlessly clean, and had everything I needed.

Service

9.0

The staff provided exceptional service, from the friendly interactions at check-in to fulfilling my room request to even making my furry companion feel welcome.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was wonderful, right in the middle of town with an array of dining and shopping options at your doorstep. It was also close to all the major sights I wanted to visit.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was pretty good overall. The steak for dinner was delicious, although breakfast options were limited with service starting only at 7 am.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were excellent, offering a range of services from room service to valet parking. Everything was modern and well-maintained.

Robin

United States, May 2023

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was overall enjoyable. The rooms were well-decorated and quite clean, but the service was a bit delayed. The staff, particularly Daniel, was fabulous. The mini suite we stayed in was amazing.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be well-decorated and quite clean, and the mini suite we had was amazing.

Service

9.0

The staff at the hotel is the best I've ever dealt with. They were polite, professional, and made our trip a pleasant one.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel was perfect for exploring the historic areas, markets, and shopping spots. It was also walkable to many attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was fairly adequate, but some improvements could be made, especially in terms of food quality.