Rate based on Check-in: Jun 30, 2013 Check-out: Jul 1, 2013

Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

4 stars
1776 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
50 reviews
Perfect museum hotel

We spent two nights in the city specifically to do some of the museums. The hotel is in easy... See full review

  • Milliee
  • May 10, 2013
Great central location to all downtown Philly.

Great location in downtown Philly. Only one expectation upgrade is that free parking is need for... See full review

  • Kleentrade
  • Feb 25, 2013
Specious, modern hotel with great facilities in central Philadelphia

The Embassy Suites Hotel Philadelphia-Center City is a 288-room hotel in the heart of one of America's most vibrant cities, close to top attractions that include the Liberty Bell & Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art. The hotel has an on site fitness center and gym, as well as an excellent restaurant serving Eastern Seaboard and international cuisine. There are also meeting and banqueting facilities available for conferences and functions; all parts of the hotel are wheelchair friendly throughout.

3 Reasons To Stay:
  • High-speed Internet access

  • Fitness center and gym

  • Central for the shops and nightlife

Embassy Suites Hotel Philadelphia-Center City Rooms

Guests staying at the Embassy Suites Hotel Philadelphia-Center City are able to choose from several room types to suit their tastes and purposes, with 288 of them spread over the hotel's 28 floors. The hotel makes a point of focusing on the fine details of décor and service to ensure total customer satisfaction; for example, there are complimentary bathrobes and daily newspaper delivery to get the day off to a great start. All rooms have a spacious work desk and many have a balcony. With in-room coffee and tea-making equipment there is no better way for guests to start their mornings. The choice of room types at the Embassy Suites Hotel Philadelphia-Center City is many and varied, running from two-room suites with two double beds and views across the city to standard double rooms and suites, upgraded City View King Suites and upgraded Parkway View King Suites, so it all depends on individual preferences in terms of space, facilities and views. Executive Suites, with private balconies, offer fine views across the city, but all suites have the full range of amenities, which include microwave oven, two televisions, two telephones with data ports, a dining or work table and a refrigerator.

Things to Do:
  • Franklin Institute (0.4 mi/0.64 km)

  • Independence Visitor Center (1.5 mi/2.41 km)

  • Edgar Allan Poe National Historical Site (1.5 mi/2.41 km)

  • Lights of Liberty (1.6 mi/2.57 km)

  • National Museum of American Jewish History (1.6 mi/2.57 km)

  • Philadelphia Zoo (2.7 mi/4.34 km)

  • Adventure Aquarium (4 mi/6.43 km)

  • Battleship New Jersey (4.4 mi/7.08 km)

  • Brandywine Battlefield Park (28.3 mi/45.54 km)

  • American Helicopter Museum (33.4 mi/53.75 km)

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
Activities
Exercise gym
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Accessibility
Wheel chair access

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Hotel Map

39.9567 -75.1689
Nearby airports
Philadelphia Intl Airport, (PHL), 8.00, MI, NW;

Nearby points of interest

  • Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul: 0 mi
  • The Franklin Institute: 0.3 mi
  • Pennsylvania Academly of the Fine Arts: 0.3 mi
  • The Barnes Foundation: 0.3 mi
  • Masonic Temple: 0.4 mi
  • Rodin Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Walnut Street Theatre: 0.5 mi
  • Mutter Museum: 0.5 mi
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: 0.7 mi
  • Rittenhouse Square: 0.7 mi
  • Rosenbach Museum and Library: 0.7 mi
  • Eastern State Penitentiary: 0.8 mi
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art: 0.9 mi
  • National Constitution Center: 1.1 mi
  • Libery Bell Center: 1.1 mi
  • Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul: 0 mi
  • The Franklin Institute: 0.3 mi
  • Pennsylvania Academly of the Fine Arts: 0.3 mi
  • The Barnes Foundation: 0.3 mi
  • Masonic Temple: 0.4 mi
  • Rodin Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Walnut Street Theatre: 0.5 mi
  • Mutter Museum: 0.5 mi
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: 0.7 mi
  • Rittenhouse Square: 0.7 mi
  • Rosenbach Museum and Library: 0.7 mi
  • Eastern State Penitentiary: 0.8 mi
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art: 0.9 mi
  • National Constitution Center: 1.1 mi
  • Libery Bell Center: 1.1 mi
  • Independence Hall: 1.1 mi
  • Christ Church: 1.1 mi
  • National Museum of American Jewish History: 1.2 mi
  • University of Pennsylvania: 1.3 mi
  • Penn Museum: 1.3 mi
  • Independence National Historical Park: 1.4 mi
  • Arden Theatre Company: 1.4 mi
  • Fireman's Hall: 1.4 mi
  • Philadelphia Zoo: 1.9 mi
  • Please Touch Museum: 2.6 mi
  • Citizens Bank Park: 3.5 mi
  • Veterans Stadium: 3.9 mi
  • Wells Fargo Center: 3.9 mi
  • Lincoln Financial Field: 3.9 mi
  • Philadelphia Cruise Terminal: 4.5 mi
  • Morris Arboretum: 9.8 mi

Dining

Restaurant
onsite

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (50)

Ratings and reviews for Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Overall score

4.1 / 5
50 out of 50
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.2
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
4.6
Value:
4.1

92% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Milliee
Vermont
May 10, 2013

Perfect museum hotel

We spent two nights in the city specifically to do some of the museums. The hotel is in easy walking distance to most of them. We flew into Philly so didn't have to deal with the parking charges that some reviews have mentioned. Breakfast was not crowded and the selection was quite good. (Guess we were there at the right time.). Staff was very friendly and helpful. On departure, we walked two blocks to the train station and took the train direct to the airport; took thirty minutes and was less expensive and more reliable than taxi or limo. All and all, a very pleasant stay in Philly at the Embassy Suites.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Try the Rose Tattoo for dinner. Funky ambience, great food and service.

Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

1
kydoc
Kentucky, USA
May 3, 2013

one might stopover

disappointing! purchased nonsmoking room only to be put up in a smoking room. needless to say neither myself nor my wife smoke and the smell killed us. they would not change our room since the "hotel was full". when i got back home i also noticed they double billed us (a couple of phone calls fixed that though). if they treat other people this way it is best to avoid this one.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

4
Radley dissapointed
Fairfield, CT, USA
Apr 7, 2013

Great value, great location

This hotel is a great value. Great location, More than ample size room and free made to order breakfast.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Alma de Cuba

Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

5
Kleentrade
Business
Torrance, California
Feb 25, 2013

Great central location to all downtown Philly.

Great location in downtown Philly. Only one expectation upgrade is that free parking is need for someone who is staying longer in the hotel each day coat like 47 dollars to have it park.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

China town, Sabrina's Cafe & Spencer's Too.

Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

4
Frankasasasas
New York
Apr 3, 2012

Good hotel

Loved everything except for the peeling ceiling pant in the bathroom, the eroding of the corners of the shower where the walls meet the ceiling and the fist imprint that had broken both the drywall and wallpaper on the wall next to the bedroom door. When paying more than $200 a night I expect a lack of cosmetic flaws in my room. Staff is wonderful and polite, valets are quick and helpful. Good hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

3
SHORT BUT GREAT VISIT
Florida, USA
Mar 6, 2012

Wishing for quiet

My main reason for staying here was its location and it is good - about halfway between the Art Museum and Independence Hall. I was on the 4th floor and could not explain most of the loud noises - some were the staff banging around in adjacent rooms. Rooms are furnished similar to a Holiday Inn Express - but Embassy Suites rips you off for an extra $10 for internet. Bottom line - if you are okay with HI Express type rooms and breakfast - without internet - with nice location - this is the place for you.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

3
spidey50
Business
Sacramento, California
Feb 27, 2012

Great Location

Having stayed at a number of embassy suites, the place was a little less than I expected, but it definitely served its purpose. The service staff was great, but the front desk staff was not as accommodating. I would stay here again with a large group, as the suite sized room is hard to beat for the price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

The best part about the hotel.is the proximity to museums. It's a great walk if you have the time.

Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

4
Sandy SA
Lancaster, PA, USA
Jan 11, 2012

Great Location

Staff was very friendly and the suite is comfy and nice views.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

4
Gumbsy
Cincinnati, OH, USA
Nov 28, 2011

Family Visit

The hotel has improved its customer service. The staff was very nice to a person and we liked the updates in the lobby. They need to do some work with the breakfast that's offered as you can be there for an hour without having key items on the buffet replenished. We will stay again, maybe for Christmas.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Center City

Reviewer score

5
alwayz on the go
New York, NY
Oct 10, 2011

Almost Perfect.

I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking to stay in Philly. All of the staff we encountered were extremely nice. The room was waaayyyy more spacious than we expected and I loved the balconies. The ONLY negative feedback is the overpriced parking... $45 for one night (including taxes).

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
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