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11th

Out of 177

The Independent	Average Price: $202 Check Rates

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1234 Locust Street

Philadelphia, 19103 View map

3-Star Hotel Rank: 3 of 57
Average review rating: 4.38

OpinionWell Value Index: 6

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (1) , Expedia (17) , Travelocity (3) , TripAdvisor (244)

SAFE TO BOOK ? (1/5 issues found)

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Construction:	No recent comments about construction were found.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	No recent comments about room smell were found.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. The room itself was nicely done up, modern, with a fluffy comforter and bedding, but as others noted, the shower was not so great, with mold and cracked tile.

"Nice room, not so nice location " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/14/2011 Vote

2. The floor was cracked and moldy.

"A cool look, but the shower was gross and the area seemed sketchy. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/7/2011 Vote

3. Had a noisy fan that wouldn't turn off in our first room, some trouble with mildew issues (my travel mate is sensitive and the building next door is derelict and moldy) in the second room, then we got moved to the top floor, where we had a little trouble with the heat becoming overwhelming.

"Took a while to get dialed in, but a great room at a great price " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/24/2009 Vote