Penn's View Hotel

3.0 star property

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A restaurant with brick walls, wooden beams, and tiled floors. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.
Bar (on property)
Double Room, Queen BED JACUZZI with the Riverview
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July

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14 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
  • Place, Independence Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Liberty Bell Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Terminal Market
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Standard Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Jacuzzi King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 QUEEN BED with the Riverview

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Premium ONE KING BED Jacuzzi with Riv)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Corporate Suite - ONE QUEEN BED with Juliet Balcony - Penn's Landing Bridge View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Corner Standard Room, 1 QUEEN BED

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, Queen Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Queen BED JACUZZI with the Riverview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room, TWO QUEEN BED SUITE with Wet Bar

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, ONE KING BED JACUZZI LOFT

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room ONE KING BED JACUZZI with MEDIUM SIZE Patio Riverview

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, ONE QUEEN BED, JACUZZI with Juliet Balcony - Church Street View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, ONE QUEEN BED LARGE ROOM WITH LARGE PATIO RIVER VIEW

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room-1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Juliet Balcony - Penn's Landing Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room- ONE QUEEN BED with Juliet Balcony - Old City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, ONE QUEEN BED with Inside Patio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room-1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium One King Bed Jacuzzi With Riverview

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

One King Bed Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room, Two Queen Bed Suite With Wet Bar

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Philadelphia

Penn's View Hotel places you in the centre of Philadelphia, within just a 10-minute stroll of Liberty Bell Center and within 30 minutes of Reading Terminal Market. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Ristorante Panorama, is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 2002 square feet (186 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and coffee/tea in a common area. .With a stay at this 3-property class Center City hotel, you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Pennsylvania Convention Center and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Rittenhouse Square.

What's nearby

  • Independence Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Liberty Bell Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Delaware River - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reading Terminal Market - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • 2nd St. Station - 2 min walk
  • Philadelphia Temple University Station - 6 min drive
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonny's Famous Steaks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Khyber Pass Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Oh Brother Philly - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Billiards - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Campo's Philly Cheesesteaks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Penn's View Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2002 square feet (186 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Penn's View Hotel.

This 3-star Philadelphia hotel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 2002 sq ft of conference space
  • 186 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1828
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Penn's View Hotel offers 51 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Ristorante Panorama

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,002 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1828
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests do not have in/out privileges at the offsite parking lot.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 215521

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Penn's View
Penn's View Hotel
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia
Penns View Philadelphia
Penns View Hotel
Hotel Penns View
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Penn's View Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What makes Penn's View Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Penn's View Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at Penn's View Hotel?

As of 29 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Penn's View Hotel on 26 Jul 2026 start from NZ$246, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Penn's View Hotel?

No, Penn's View Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Penn's View Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Penn's View Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Penn's View Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Penn's View Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 855 out of 1147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1147 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location. Our go to in old city!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and had very historic elements to it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cozy historical vibe, very helpful staff, and walkable to many local places
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this boutique hotel, 2nd time staying here. Restaurant and bar next door are excellent as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nice, the staff friendly and the price and location excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The cutest place ever!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect for a quick overnight stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So nice! Great room and location! So beautifully furnished and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

toni

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cozy, great location and amazing food in hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location is wonderful, staff is welcoming, bar and restaurant are cozy and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room, convenient location, great price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Totally satisfied with my stay. Hotel had a charm all its own. Rooms were clean and comfortable. On site restaurant served delicious food.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room with a lovely view off the balcony. in a safe area which is really convenient for seeing the sights
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved this place. Great location for what I was doing. Comfy room. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and friendly all around.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean rooms, historic building, excellent restaurant. Perfect location in old city.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful in assisting us in getting around. Extremely knowledgeable of the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint room, great location and view. Very pleasant staff. The restaurant had excellent food and drinks. Service was great. Bed was super comfy! The coffee in the morning was so delicious!!! It was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Greeted with friendly service, room was spacious and clean Much different than your typical hotel which made it quaint and enjoyable Coffee and fresh muffins were available in the lobby each morning was nice
Love the brick walls and big mirrors in the hallway
Front view of hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is OK but very noisy area so not great for sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are lovely and spotless. Staff is great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026