Washington Square West is the leafy, rowhouse-lined corner of Center City between Broad Street and Washington Square, home to Midtown Village and the Gayborhood along 13th Street. It's walkable to Pennsylvania Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and the historic district to the east. These five hotels range from small independents to a Hilton and a Marriott, with guest scores from 8.3 to 9.4.
What Washington Square West offers hotel guests
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Pennsylvania Hospital draw patients, families and medical staff who want a hotel they can walk from. Midtown Village, the city's LGBTQ+ hub along 13th Street, adds nightlife, restaurants and community events.
The B (Broad Street Line) stops at Walnut-Locust on the neighborhood's western edge, and the L (Market-Frankford Line) runs under Market Street to the north, with stops at 13th St and 8th-Market. A $2.90 fare gets you from 8th-Market to 5th St/Independence Hall, and Jefferson Station on Market Street handles Regional Rail.
Most of the hotels here are independent boutiques and select-service chains.
Hotels in Washington Square West compared
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Nearest station | Walk (min) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guild House Hotel | 4 | 9.4 | Walnut-Locust (B) | 2 |
| Morris House Hotel | 3 | 9.3 | 8th-Market (L) | 7 |
| Canopy By Hilton Philadelphia Center City | 4 | 9.0 | 13th St (L, T) | 3 |
| Midtown Suites | 2 | 8.8 | Walnut-Locust (B) | 6 |
| Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City | 3 | 8.3 | Walnut-Locust (B) | 4 |
Getting around from Washington Square West
- A single SEPTA Metro trip costs $2.90. The L (Market-Frankford Line) at 13th St or 8th-Market takes you east to Old City or west to University City and Drexel Station at 30th St.
- The B (Broad Street Line) at Walnut-Locust runs south to NRG Station for Citizens Bank Park and Lincoln Financial Field, and north to 15th St/City Hall.
- A SEPTA One Day Convenience Pass costs $7.50 and covers up to 8 Metro and bus rides, which makes sense if you plan three or more trips in a day.
- Taxis from PHL airport to Center City charge a flat $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger. Rideshare pickups at the airport are at Ride App/Zone 7.
Budget-friendly hotels in Washington Square West
If you're watching your budget, two hotels here keep you in a great location.
Midtown Suites at 302 S 12th St is a 2-star hotel with an 8.8 guest score (from a small number of reviews) and kitchenette units, useful for longer stays near Jefferson Health.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City at 261 S 13th St is a 3-star with meeting rooms for small groups visiting the hospitals.
The hotels
Guild House Hotel
1307 Locust St
9.4283 reviews
2 min walk to Walnut-Locust (B, Broad Street Line)The top guest score of the five, 9.4, at a 4-star hotel on Locust Street, a 2-minute walk from Walnut-Locust.
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Morris House Hotel
225 South 8th Street
9.3587 reviews
7 min walk to 8th-Market (L, Market-Frankford Line)A 3-star boutique independent on South 8th Street near Washington Square Park, with a 9.3 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 4-star hotel on Ludlow Street with a 9.0 guest score, a 3-minute walk from 13th St.
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Midtown Suites
302 S 12th St
8.820 reviews
6 min walk to Walnut-Locust (B, Broad Street Line)Kitchenette units on South 12th Street and an 8.8 guest score, a budget option for longer stays near Jefferson Health.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City
261 S 13th St
8.3675 reviews
4 min walk to Walnut-Locust (B, Broad Street Line)A 3-star Marriott on South 13th Street with meeting rooms, 4 minutes from Walnut-Locust.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotels in Washington Square West are closest to Jefferson Health?＋
Canopy by Hilton at 1180 Ludlow Street is about a block from Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and the Fairfield Inn at 261 S 13th St and Midtown Suites at 302 S 12th St are a few blocks south. Midtown Suites also offers kitchenette units, which suits longer medical stays.
Is there a LEED-certified hotel in Washington Square West?＋
Yes. Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City at 1180 Ludlow Street is LEED Certified, the first level of LEED. It's the only certified hotel of these five.
How do I get from Washington Square West to Philadelphia International Airport?＋
A taxi from Center City to PHL is a flat $32, however many of you there are. The SEPTA Airport Line runs from Jefferson Station or Suburban Station every 30 minutes on weekdays, for $8.75 with a SEPTA Key or contactless card ($11.00 bought on board).
What SEPTA stations serve Washington Square West?＋
Walnut-Locust on the B (Broad Street Line) is the closest stop for Guild House, the Fairfield Inn and Midtown Suites. The Canopy by Hilton is 3 minutes from 13th St on the L (Market-Frankford Line) and the T, and Morris House is 7 minutes from 8th-Market on the L. Each Metro trip costs $2.90, or $7.50 for a One Day Convenience Pass.
Are any Washington Square West hotels pet-friendly?＋
Canopy By Hilton Philadelphia Center City accepts pets; Morris House Hotel does not. Confirm current pet policies and any fees directly with the hotel before booking.
What is the hotel tax rate in Philadelphia?＋
Philadelphia's total hotel tax is 15.5%, added to the nightly rate. Factor it in when you compare prices.
