Hotel Palomar Philadelphia - a Kimpton Hotel, Philadelphia, Check In

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Hotel Palomar Philadelphia - a Kimpton Hotel	Average Price: $275 Check Rates

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117 South 17th Street

Philadelphia, 19103 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 2 of 18
Average review rating: 4.36

OpinionWell Value Index: 5

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (12) , Travelocity (2) , TripAdvisor (506)

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Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
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1. Reception was friendly and check in/ check out was an easy affair.

"Beautiful decor, great location and " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/14/2012 Vote

2. The four big benefits: Free Wi-Fi (easy to connect and reliable); Raid The Mini Bar feature (members receive a card at check-in good for $10-15 worth of mini bar items); Your preferences are on-file (type of room, type of pillow, morning paper, extra towels, etc.); and nights/stays add up to free reward nights.

"Home Away From Home - In a GREAT Location! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/1/2012 Vote

3. The Manager's Wine Tasting was a very welcome and appreciated surprise at our time of check-in.

"Wonderful Stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/2/2012 Vote

4. Check in was quick and friendly.

"Great night in Philly " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/24/2012 Vote

5. In other words, adequate for a stay, but nothing particularly exceptional that stood out (except perhaps the check in staff - very friendly and welcoming).

"Somewhat less than expected but adequate " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/23/2012 Vote

6. Location - excellent, close enough to Center CityCheck in - efficient, champagne at check in, very personableRoom - very small, not much of a view although branded as 'city view' despite being on the high floor.

"Somewhat less than expected but adequate " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/23/2012 Vote

7. Better yet, upon check in, my wife and I were told we had been chosen as the 'daily VIP.

"Great Service, Great Boutique Hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/21/2012 Vote

8. Good: quick and pleasant check in, comfortable room in king spa, nice gym, great location,pleasant staff.

"Good service, sometimes? " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/21/2012 Vote

9. Our check-in was easy and we happened to walk in when they do their daily wine and popcorn socials.

"Wonderful, cozy and chic hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/15/2012 Vote

10. The check in process was quick (thank goodness), and I proceeded to my room on the 6th floor.

"VERY Enjoyable Stay at Hotel Palomar " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/15/2012 Vote