Northern Liberties is the neighborhood of converted warehouses, bars and restaurants north of Old City, centered on North 2nd Street, with Fishtown to the northeast and the Delaware waterfront to the east. It has almost no big hotels, so the four stays here are smaller places within about a mile of the neighborhood.
Hotels in Northern Liberties: what to expect
Northern Liberties suits travelers who want independent hotels, walkable food and bar streets, and quick access to Old City. The neighborhood's main strip is North 2nd Street, and Spring Garden station on the L (Market-Frankford Line) is at its southern edge, with Front-Girard at the northern end.
The stays here match that character: boutique hotels and apartment-style suites rather than big convention hotels. Several are on the neighborhood's edges rather than in the middle of it: The Gas Lamp Hotel is down in Old City near 2nd St station, while Wm. Mulherin's Sons and Riversuites are up toward Fishtown and the river. If you want more choice, see our separate page for Old City hotels.
Northern Liberties hotels compared
| Hotel | Star rating | Guest score | Nearest transit | Walk to nearest station |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riversuites at The Battery | 2 | 9.0 | Front-Girard (L) | ~12 min |
| The Gas Lamp Hotel | 2 | No score | 2nd St (L) | ~6 min |
| Sonder The Edison | Unrated | 9.2 | Spring Garden (L) | ~8 min |
| Wm. Mulherin's Sons Hotel | Unrated | 8.3 | Front-Girard (L) | ~5 min |
Getting around from Northern Liberties
- The L (Market-Frankford Line) stops at Spring Garden and Front-Girard in the neighborhood and reaches 15th St/City Hall in a few stops, for $2.90 per trip.
- The G (Route 15 Girard trolley) runs along Girard Avenue, handy for Fishtown to the east.
- A SEPTA One Day Convenience Pass costs $7.50 and covers up to 8 bus and Metro rides, useful if you plan to visit multiple neighborhoods.
- Rideshare pickup is easy on North 2nd Street; plan on rideshare or transit for airport runs rather than hailing a taxi.
The hotels
Riversuites at The Battery
1325 Beach St
9.0125 reviews
12 min walk to Front-Girard (L, Market-Frankford Line)A 2-star suite hotel on Beach Street by the Delaware waterfront with a 9.0 guest score, for more space and water views.
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The Gas Lamp Hotel
140 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106
13 reviews
6 min walk to 2nd St (L, Market-Frankford Line)A small, independent 2-star hotel at 140 N. 2nd St., a 6-minute walk from 2nd St on the L.
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Sonder The Edison
312 N 2nd St
9.2274 reviews
8 min walk to Spring Garden (L, Market-Frankford Line)The top guest score here at 9.2, an apartment-style Sonder at 312 N. 2nd St., an 8-minute walk from Spring Garden on the L.
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Wm. Mulherin's Sons Hotel
1355 N. Front St.
8.336 reviews
5 min walk to Front-Girard (L, Market-Frankford Line)A converted whiskey blending house at 1355 N. Front St. with its own restaurant and an 8.3 guest score, 5 minutes from Front-Girard.
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Frequently asked questions
Which of these hotels has the highest guest score?＋
Sonder The Edison at 312 N. 2nd St. has the highest guest score at 9.2, followed by Riversuites at The Battery at 9.0 and Wm. Mulherin's Sons Hotel at 8.3.
How do I get from Northern Liberties to Center City by transit?＋
The L (Market-Frankford Line) is the fastest option. Spring Garden station is an 8-minute walk from Sonder The Edison, and Front-Girard serves the north end; from either, 15th St/City Hall is a few stops west. Each trip costs $2.90, or buy a One Day Convenience Pass for $7.50.
Are there any LEED-certified hotels in Northern Liberties?＋
None of these four hotels is LEED-certified, and none of Philadelphia's six LEED-certified hotels is in Northern Liberties. The nearest is the Kimpton Hotel Monaco (LEED Gold) in Old City; our separate page covers eco-friendly hotels in Philadelphia.
What is the nearest SEPTA station to Wm. Mulherin's Sons Hotel?＋
Front-Girard on the L (Market-Frankford Line) is the closest rail stop, about a 5-minute walk from 1355 N. Front St. The G (Route 15 Girard trolley) also runs along Girard Avenue.
Which of these stays is closest to the middle of Northern Liberties?＋
Sonder The Edison at 312 N. 2nd St. is the closest, about 0.55 miles from the neighborhood center. Wm. Mulherin's Sons Hotel is next at about 0.61 miles, up on North Front Street.
Which of these stays has the most room for a longer visit?＋
Sonder The Edison at 312 N. 2nd St. is apartment-style, and Riversuites at The Battery on Beach Street is a suite hotel, so both give you more space than a standard room. Check each listing for kitchen and laundry details before you book.
