Center City Philadelphia puts its office towers, City Hall and the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street within a few blocks of each other, so a well-placed hotel means you can walk to every meeting. These five all have meeting space and are within about a third of a mile of Center City's core.
Business hotels with meeting rooms in Philadelphia: what to expect
Most of the law firms and financial institutions in Center City are along Market Street and Broad Street, with the Pennsylvania Convention Center at the northern edge of that corridor. All five hotels here put you within a short walk of both zones.
Most of these hotels don't publish room counts or capacities, so the table says "Ask hotel" where we couldn't find a figure; their events teams have current numbers.
For travelers connecting to University City, the L (Market-Frankford Line) runs from 13th St, 2 to 5 minutes from each of these hotels, to Drexel Station at 30th St in two stops, so any of them works as a base for meetings on both sides of the Schuylkill.
Side-by-side comparison: meeting capacity, star rating, and transit
| Hotel | Star rating | Guest score | Meeting rooms | Max capacity | Nearest station | Walk to Convention Center (min) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection | 5 | 8.5 | Ask hotel | Ask hotel | 13th St (L, T) | 6 |
| Philadelphia Marriott Downtown | 4 | 8.0 | Ask hotel (90,000+ sq ft of event space) | Ask hotel | 13th St (L, T) | 2 |
| Loews Philadelphia Hotel | 4 | 9.0 | Ask hotel | Ask hotel | 13th St (L, T) | 4 |
| Canopy By Hilton Philadelphia Center City | 4 | 9.0 | Ask hotel | Ask hotel | 13th St (L, T) | 5 |
| Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City | 3 | 8.0 | Ask hotel | Ask hotel | 13th St (L, T) | 4 |
Transit tips for business travelers
- The L (Market-Frankford Line) runs from 13th St to Drexel Station at 30th St in two stops, a fast link to University City meetings.
- Jefferson Station on Regional Rail is on the Airport Line, which runs to Philadelphia International Airport for $8.75.
- A SEPTA One Day Convenience Pass costs $7.50, which beats three single fares if you have meetings in several districts in one day.
- The B (Broad Street Line) at 15th St/City Hall runs south to NRG Station, the stop for Lincoln Financial Field and Citizens Bank Park, if your schedule includes a client event at the sports complex.
Getting between Center City and University City
University City, home to major research hospitals and university campuses west of the Schuylkill River, is a frequent second stop for corporate travelers based in Center City hotels. The L (Market-Frankford Line) makes that connection without a cab.
From 13th St, it's two stops to Drexel Station at 30th St. The fare is $2.90 per trip, or you can load a One Day Convenience Pass for $7.50 if you plan multiple crossings.
For airport arrivals, the Airport Line Regional Rail runs every 30 minutes on weekdays between Philadelphia International Airport and Jefferson Station, Suburban Station, and Gray 30th St Station. The fare is $8.75 with a SEPTA Key card or a contactless card, or $11.00 purchased on board. A flat-rate taxi from the airport to Center City costs $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger.
The hotels
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection
21 N Juniper St
8.5973 reviews
2 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)The only 5-star hotel here, in the former City Hall Annex at 21 N Juniper Street, with event space suited to executive meetings.
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
1201 Market St
8.02,003 reviews
2 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)Over 90,000 square feet of published event and meeting space on Market Street, the most of any hotel here.
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Loews Philadelphia Hotel
1200 Market St
9.01,199 reviews
2 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)In the landmark former PSFS Building at 1200 Market Street, with meeting space for corporate groups and a 9.0 guest score.
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Canopy By Hilton Philadelphia Center City
1180 Ludlow Street
9.0848 reviews
3 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)LEED Certified, the only green building credential among these five, with meeting space for small and mid-size groups.
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Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
1100 Arch St
8.04,073 reviews
5 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)Directly across from the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1100 Arch Street, with meeting rooms for breakouts and a business center.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Philadelphia hotel has the most meeting space near Center City?＋
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown at 1201 Market Street publishes over 90,000 square feet of event and meeting space, the most of any hotel on this list. It's a 2-minute walk from 13th St station on the L (Market-Frankford Line).
How do I get from these hotels to University City for meetings?＋
Walk to 13th St (2 to 5 minutes from each hotel) and take the L (Market-Frankford Line) to Drexel Station at 30th St. It's two stops and costs $2.90 per ride. A One Day Convenience Pass costs $7.50 if you're crossing back and forth.
What is the hotel tax rate in Philadelphia?＋
Philadelphia's hotel tax totals 15.5%. Factor that into your corporate travel budget when comparing quoted room rates.
Do any of these hotels have a green building certification?＋
Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City holds LEED Certified status, one of only six LEED-certified hotels in Philadelphia. None of the other four holds LEED certification.
How far are these hotels from Philadelphia International Airport?＋
The Airport Line Regional Rail connects Philadelphia International Airport to Jefferson Station, Suburban Station, and Gray 30th St Station every 30 minutes on weekdays. The fare is $8.75 with a SEPTA Key card or $11.00 purchased on board. A flat-rate taxi from the airport to Center City costs $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger.
Is the Pennsylvania Convention Center walkable from these hotels?＋
Yes. The Pennsylvania Convention Center is at 1101 Arch Street, and the Hilton Garden Inn is directly across Arch Street from it at 1100 Arch. The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is about 2 minutes on foot, and the Loews, Canopy by Hilton and Notary Hotel are 4 to 6 minutes away.
