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charm and intimacy of an elegant B&B and the professionalism and good taste of a
designer-run 21st-century establishment.
Penn's View Hotel
BOUTIQUE HOTEL$$$
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(
215-922-7600;
www.pennsviewhotel.com
; cnr Front & Market Sts; r from $149-329;
)
Housed in three early-19th-century buildings overlooking the Delaware waterfront,
Penn's View is ideal for exploring the Old City. Quaint and full of character but not
overly nostalgic or a prisoner to history, the rooms have marble bathrooms and modern
conveniences. An authentic Italian trattoria and charming wine bar are part of the hotel.
Hotel Palomar
BOUTIQUE HOTEL$$$
( 888-725-1778;
www.hotelpalomar-philadelphia.com
;
117 S 17th St; r from $149; )
Part of the Kimpton chain, the Palomar occupies a former office building a few blocks
from Rittenhouse Sq. Marble and dark wood accents add warmth to the hip and stylish
room furnishings. On offer are wine and snacks, hot chocolate (in winter), a gym and an
attached restaurant. Valet parking $42 per night.
Independent Philadelphia
BOUTIQUE HOTEL$$$
( 215-772-1440;
www.theindependenthotel.com
; 1234 Locust St; r incl breakfast from $150;
)
A good Center City option housed in a handsome brick Georgian-Revival building with
a four-story atrium. The wood-floored rooms are cozy and bright and the complimentary
off-site gym-pass and wine and cheese every evening sweeten the deal.
Alexander Inn
BOUTIQUE HOTEL$$$
( 215-923-3535;
www.alexanderinn.com
; 12th & Spruce Sts; s/d incl breakfast from $120/130;
; 12, 23)
Though the outside is a weird combination of brick walls accented
with vinyl-sided bay windows, the small rooms at this inn look and feel pretty good and
the lobby boasts dark wood, a fireplace and some stained-glass windows. The hotel, be-
cause of its helpful, accepting staff and great location near Philly's gay neighbourhood,
attracts lots of same-sex couples.
La Reserve
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