Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, Philadelphia ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19106

Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, a 4-star property, offers sleek accommodations and a modern American restaurant, Franklin Social. Guests can unwind with amenities including an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and event spaces for gatherings.

Rooms & Amenities

All 150 guest rooms feature modern decor along with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and Keurig coffee makers. Certain rooms offer picturesque views of the nearby Independence Park, while complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Dining & Nearby Options

At Franklin Social, guests can enjoy contemporary American dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with local craft beers. Additional dining options in the vicinity include popular eateries like Zahav and Fork, both within a 0.5 miles radius.

Business & Transportation

The hotel features a comprehensive business center and event spaces designed for effective meetings. Nearby transportation options include the SEPTA subway system, with the 5th Street station just a 4-minute walk away.

Leisure & Local Attractions

Recreational facilities include a heated indoor pool and a well-equipped fitness center open 24 hours. Notable landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell are within 0.5 miles, offering guests cultural experiences just steps from the hotel.

“The hotel is perfectly located just a stone's throw from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, making sightseeing a breeze!”view full review

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“Amazing location with friendly and helpful staff!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.7)

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

Private parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 60 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel at USD 9.95 per day.

Other information

A full breakfast is served at the price of US$21 per person per day.

Pets are allowed on request.

English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic

Year renovated:2008

Number of floors:13

Number of rooms:152

Former name

The Franklin Hotel At Independence Park

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Select your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

Max:

3 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

4 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room Park View

Max:

3 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Philadelphia 1.5 km

Airports

Philadelphia International (PHL) 17.3 km

Trenton-Mercer (TTN) 52.4 km

Train

30th Street Station 3.0 km

Underground

5th Street300 m

2nd Street400 m

Bus

Bus stop 13.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Really good Assistance!

“The helpful doorman provided fantastic service, guiding us to a better parking option for our tall vehicle, making our arrival stress-free.” view full review

Delicious Meals!

“The breakfast and dinner we ordered exceeded my expectations, especially the flavors in the meals, making me excited for each dining experience.” view full review

Spacious Comfort!

“The room was impressively roomy with a welcoming layout that made me feel right at home, perfect for relaxing after a long day.” view full review

Charming Design!

“The historic touches and colorful decorations in the lobby and my room added a unique charm that made my stay feel special and inviting.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Paid Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Cycling
Bowling
Mini golf

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Car hire
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19106

Map view

401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19106

City landmarks

Museum

National Constitution Center

650 m

301 Pine St

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

610 m

Museum

The Franklin Institute

2.4 km

239 Arch St

Betsy Ross House

620 m

Washington Square

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution

640 m

Market

Reading Terminal Market

1.4 km

Museum

Philadelphia Museum of Art

3.4 km

Park

Franklin Square

1.0 km

1020 South St

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

1.6 km

Museum

Independence Seaport Museum

850 m

701 Arch St Seventh

The African American Museum in Philadelphia

740 m

532 N 7th St

Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site

1.7 km

Museum

The Barnes Foundation

2.5 km

Mall

Pennsylvania Convention Center

1.3 km

Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium

2.4 km

Museum

Elfreth's Alley

890 m

Nearby

Museum

Independence National Historical Park

250 m

520 Chestnut St

Independence Hall

240 m

North 6th Street

Liberty Bell

280 m

Museum

Museum of the American Revolution

280 m

6th Street Between Market and Chestnut Streets

Liberty Bell Center

280 m

cnr S 6th & Chestnut Sts

Congress Hall

560 m

315 Chestnut Street

Science History Institute

110 m

314 Market St # 322

Franklin Court

290 m

Museum

Benjamin Franklin Museum

220 m

Museum

National Liberty Museum

130 m

320 Chestnut St

New Hall Military Museum

140 m

Museum

Powel House

490 m

Museum

National Museum of American Jewish History

280 m

Restaurants

Red Owl Tavern

120 m

433 Chestnut St

Chez Ben

10 m

401 Chestnut St

Chattime

70 m

360 Chestnut St

Starr Restaurants

60 m

325 Chestnut St

Stratus Lounge

140 m

433 Chestnut St

National Mechanics Bar & Restaurant

240 m

22 S 3rd St

The Little Lion

170 m

243 Chestnut St

High Street on Market

290 m

308 Market Street

Luna Cafe

270 m

317 Market St

Barra Restaurant

200 m

239 Chestnut St

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

470 m

10 S 2nd St Old City

Karma Restaurant & Bar

310 m

246 Market St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.7

Service

8.3

Dining

6.0

John

United States, January 2024

7.2/10

The hotel had fantastic rooms with a great view, although they smelled like cigarette smoke at times. The service was a mix of rude and extremely courteous staff. The location was perfect for visiting museums and historical sites, but the dining experience was overpriced and limited in options.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were really nice and comfy, with a great view, but occasionally smelled like cigarette smoke.

Service

7.0

The staff were fairly rude at times but incredibly accommodating, helpful, and cheerful overall.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect for visiting museums and historical sites.

Dining

5.0

The dining was overpriced and limited in options.

Facilities

Charles

United States, September 2023

8.6/10

I truly enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and clean, offering a lovely view of the park. The service was top-notch with friendly and efficient staff. The location couldn't have been better, right in the heart of the old city within walking distance to major attractions. The dining options were decent but slightly expensive. Overall, a great value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were sufficiently large and clean, with a view of the park and conveniently located across from each other, which was a plus.

Service

9.0

The staff were very nice, friendly, and informative, making my experience truly enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The hotel's prime location in the old city was fantastic, offering easy access to historical sites, restaurants, and a beautiful park right across the street.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, with a buffet that had adequate options, including coffee and juice, although it was a bit on the expensive side.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were great, providing all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Eric

United States, July 2023

8.4/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were incredibly clean, spacious, and comfortable, equipped with all the right amenities. The staff was exceptionally friendly and went out of their way to ensure I had a one-of-a-kind experience. The location was perfect, within walking distance of all the historic sights in town. However, the dining options were a bit limited, and the buffet could use some more variety. Despite that, the overall value for money was great.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very spacious and comfortable, probably around 400 sq ft. They were beautifully decorated and had all the necessary amenities.

Service

9.0

The staff was wonderful! They were extremely friendly and accommodating, making sure all my needs were met.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect for touring, being right near historical sites in the city and across from key museums. I could easily walk to all the main attractions.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a bit of a disappointment as the buffet had limited choices with not much variety. It would have been nice to see more options available, although it came with coffee and juice.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were adequate, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.