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11th

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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)

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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 best shower heads.

"Absolutely Wonderful Hotel - Surpassed My Expectations " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/16/2012 Vote

2. Although we were on the fifth (top) floor, we were woken in the early hours of a Friday morning by a street fight which made me think that the hotel location is 1-2 blocks out of the best area.

"Nice room but not user friendly " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/5/2011 Vote

3. the absolute best thng however is the location, within walking distance of all attractions but literally surrounded by great eateries and bars.

"Excellent base for exploring Philly " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/25/2011 Vote

4. We stayed in the Independent for two nights in June and I have to say Hotel-wise was the best accommodation on our recent US tour.

"Fantastic little Hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/11/2011 Vote

5. Our best price was linking from TA site.

"Great attitude! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/28/2011 Vote

6. He knew all the best restaurants, which tours to take, places to see, etc.

"Best hotel stay I've ever had. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/11/2011 Vote

7. This hotel is the best kept secret in Philadelphia.

"LOVED IT!!! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/10/2011 Vote

8. It has to be one of the best places I've ever stayed.

"Perfect for the Independent Traveler (business or pleasure) " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/30/2010 Vote

9. It certainly had a lot to recommend it, a really fabulous location, close to great restaurants and the best area for going out in Philly.

"Great Location, spacious rooms, terrible service " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/28/2010 Vote

10. While it is true that the room has only one chair, so sitting on the bed is the best option, that did not bother us at all.

"No complaints here! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/23/2010 Vote