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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. We had very little luggage, so I am not sure if they have a bellman or anyone to help with luggage.

"Lovely and Convenient " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/22/2012 Vote

2. We were greeted very pleasantly by the woman at the front desk who was great with our kids and very helpful both with directions and with getting our 19 year old connected to the complimentary wifi when she had a problem.

"Perfect and affordable for our family of 6! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/1/2012 Vote

3. Breakfast delivered to room was adequate to start the day and the staff were very helpful.

"Great Hotel in Downtown Philadelphia " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/25/2012 Vote

4. However if you asked them a question they were very pleasant and helpful.

"Excellent hotel in a good location. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/23/2012 Vote

5. Staff was helpful and courteous.

"Neat, clean, handy and quiet " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/21/2012 Vote

6. The staff was very helpful when we booked the reservations, checked in and out.

"A Gem " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/13/2012 Vote

7. The staff at the front desk were very helpful and efficient in checking us in.

"The Independent was amazing! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/19/2012 Vote

8. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful.

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

9. The staff we encountered were pleasant and helpful.

"A Fab Philly Find " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/9/2012 Vote

10. The staff, especially Julie and Colin on the front desk, were very helpful, friendly, and fun to chat with.

"Excellent location, great staff, nice extras " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/1/2012 Vote