The Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street is on the edge of Chinatown, with Reading Terminal Market across the street and Jefferson Station a block away. These five hotels are all within 0.3 miles of it, sorted by walk time, shortest first.
What to expect walking from these hotels to the convention center
The Pennsylvania Convention Center's address is 1101 Arch Street, and it has entrances on Arch at 12th Street and on Market Street between 11th and 12th. The hotels here come at it from different sides, along Arch, Race, Vine, Market and Cherry Streets.
The Hampton Inn at 1301 Race Street is the closest, about a minute's walk, which helps if you're dashing between sessions. The Courtyard at 1421 Arch Street is on the same street as the venue, about a block west.
Loews Philadelphia at 1200 Market Street is south of the Convention Center, a short walk up 12th Street. Sleep Inn at 1020 Cherry Street is to the east, on the Chinatown side, about a 6-minute walk.
Business hotels near Pennsylvania Convention Center compared
| Hotel | Walk to PCC | Star rating | Event spaces | Business center | Guest score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center | 1 min / 0.10 mi | 3 | 2 | Yes | 8.2 |
| Best Western Plus Philadelphia Convention Center Hotel | 3 min / 0.20 mi | 3 | 1 | Yes | 7.2 |
| Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown | 4 min / 0.20 mi | 4 | 4 | Yes | 8.5 |
| Loews Philadelphia Hotel | 5 min / 0.26 mi | 4 | 22 | Yes | 9.0 |
| Sleep Inn Philadelphia Center City | 6 min / 0.29 mi | 4 | 1 | Yes | 8.0 |
Transit tips for convention attendees
- Jefferson Station on SEPTA Regional Rail is a block from the Convention Center and two stops from Gray 30th St Station. The Airport Line stops there too ($8.75 to or from the airport).
- The L (Market-Frankford Line) stops at 8th-Market, a short walk east of the Convention Center. A single Metro trip costs $2.90, or you can buy a One Day Convenience Pass for $7.50 if you plan to make multiple trips.
- Taxis from Philadelphia International Airport to Center City run a flat $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger. Rideshare pickups are at Ride App/Zone 7 at the airport.
Meeting capacity and business amenities at a glance
Loews Philadelphia leads this group on meeting space, with 22 event venues, including three ballrooms. That makes it the practical choice for groups hosting their own side events or breakout sessions during a convention week.
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown offers four meeting rooms with capacity around 100, which covers most small-group needs without the full-service overhead of a larger property.
Hampton Inn, Best Western Plus, and Sleep Inn each carry one to two meeting rooms suited for small team huddles or client calls. All five properties include a business center, so printing, scanning, and basic workstation access are available at every option on this list.
The hotels
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
1301 Race St
8.23,114 reviews
3 min walk to Race-Vine (B, Broad Street Line)The shortest walk here, 0.10 miles (about a minute) to the Convention Center, with two meeting rooms and a business center.
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Best Western Plus Philadelphia Convention Center Hotel
1225 Vine Street
7.21,533 reviews
4 min walk to Race-Vine (B, Broad Street Line)A 3-minute walk to the Convention Center from Vine Street, with a business center and one meeting room at a budget-friendlier price.
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Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
1421 Arch St
8.5431 reviews
4 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)Four meeting rooms, an on-site restaurant and a 4-minute walk to the Convention Center along Arch Street.
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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 PSFS Building at 1200 Market Street, with 22 event venues, a spa and a 0.26-mile walk to the Convention Center.
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Sleep Inn Philadelphia Center City
1020 Cherry Street
8.0504 reviews
6 min walk to Chinatown (B, Broad Street Line)A no-frills Choice Hotels option on Cherry Street with a business center, 0.29 miles from the Convention Center.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to the Pennsylvania Convention Center?＋
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center at 1301 Race Street is about 0.10 miles from the Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street, roughly a 1-minute walk.
Which hotel has the most meeting space near the Pennsylvania Convention Center?＋
Loews Philadelphia Hotel at 1200 Market Street offers the largest meeting capacity on this list, with 22 event venues, including three ballrooms, across 47,000 square feet. It's 0.26 miles from the Convention Center.
How do I get from Philadelphia International Airport to these hotels?＋
The SEPTA Airport Line runs every 30 minutes on weekdays and costs $8.75 from the airport to Center City stations including Jefferson Station, which is steps from the Convention Center. A taxi from the airport to Center City runs a flat $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger, with rideshare pickup at Ride App/Zone 7 at the airport.
What SEPTA stations are nearest to the Pennsylvania Convention Center?＋
Jefferson Station (SEPTA Regional Rail) is a block from the Convention Center. The 8th-Market station on the L (Market-Frankford Line) is a short walk to the east. The Hampton Inn and Best Western are closest to Race-Vine on the B (Broad Street Line), and the Sleep Inn to Chinatown station on the B. A single Metro trip costs $2.90, or you can use a One Day Convenience Pass for $7.50.
Are any of these hotels LEED certified?＋
None of the five hotels on this list hold LEED certification. If green certification matters to your travel policy, we have a separate page covering LEED-certified hotels in Philadelphia, which includes properties such as Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City (LEED Certified) and the Kimpton Hotel Monaco (LEED Gold).
What is the hotel tax rate in Philadelphia?＋
Philadelphia's total hotel tax is 15.5%. Factor that into your budget when comparing quoted room rates across properties.
