- Stay at the luxurious Canopy Hotel if you want to stay in the heart of the city.
- Visit the rooftop bar at the Logan for incredible views of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
- Philadelphia is known for its Colonial-era row house, which you can rent through Airbnb.
If you plan on visiting Philadelphia, there are a host of places you can stay.
From historic row-houses to luxurious hotels with rooftop bars, here are the best places to stay, according to a local:
Canopy by Hilton is centrally located
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Situated in the heart of Center City, Canopy by Hilton is a convenient, luxurious choice. One of the newest hotels in Philly, Canopy opened in August.
It has 236 rooms, which cost about $169 (one king bed) to $184 (two queen beds with a premium city view) a night. On-site dining options including an American brasserie and an outpost of Federal Donuts, a local chain. The hotel also provides complimentary bike rentals to guests.
Tip: This modern hotel is also around the corner from the shops and restaurants in Philadelphia’s Fashion District.
The Logan features stunning city views
The Logan is an elegant hotel in Center City’s Logan Square neighborhood that provides easy access to transportation, retail and dining, and many of Philly’s museums.
Rates start at about $175 a night for one king bed.
Tip: For incredible views of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, where the Philadelphia Museum of Art is located, check out the hotel’s Assembly Rooftop, a bar nine floors up.
There are numerous Airbnb options if you want to stay in a classic Philly row house
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Philadelphia is known for its row houses, low-rise residential buildings that have been popular since the Colonial era. They’re often characterized by stoops and vibrant accents like window-box flowers.
If you want to stay in this quintessential Philly accommodation, check Airbnb. Listings for row-house apartments in the greater Center City area can range from about $30 to $80 a night.
Tip: For a curated selection of listings, look for property-management companies that specialize in Airbnb rentals, such as Slate and Hearth. Its founder, Jen Jordan, has been nicknamed “The Queen of Airbnb in Philly.”
Lokal is a boutique apartment-style hotel with locations in 2 popular neighborhoods
With locations in Fishtown, one of Philly’s hippest neighborhoods, and Old City, a historic area, Lokal is a great option if you’re looking for a homey accommodation that feels like an apartment.
Lokal’s modern minimalist rooms start at $280 a night for a one-bedroom apartment.
Tip: If you like the decor enough to take home, check out Lokal’s an online store where you can purchase chic pillows, coffee makers, and even mattresses.