Driving into Philadelphia is easy enough; parking in Center City is where it gets expensive and fiddly. These five hotels have their own garage or an arrangement with a covered one next door, and they range from the Ritz-Carlton's valet to valet at the Courtyard and an on-site garage at The Windsor Suites for longer stays.
How hotel parking works in Philadelphia
Many Center City hotels don't have a garage of their own and send cars to a nearby public or private one, so parking can differ a lot even on the same block. The hotels here either run an on-site garage or work with a covered garage next door.
Philadelphia's 22.5% parking tax is added on top of whatever the hotel charges for parking, so budget for it when you compare. Four of these five park your car by valet; The Windsor Suites has its own garage.
Hotels with parking in Philadelphia: quick comparison
| Hotel | Star rating | Parking type | Nearest subway station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loews Philadelphia Hotel | 4 | Valet only | 13th St (L, T) |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia | 5 | Valet, affiliated covered garage | 15th St/City Hall (L, B, T) |
| Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG | 4 | Valet, affiliated garage | 5th St/Independence Hall (L) |
| Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown | 4 | Off-site valet, nearby garage | 15th St/City Hall (L, B, T) |
| The Windsor Suites | 4 | On-site garage, extended-stay friendly | 15th St/City Hall (L, B, T) |
Driving and parking in Philadelphia: what to know
- Valet at luxury hotels usually means tipping at each retrieval, so keep some cash handy.
- If you plan day trips by car, confirm whether the hotel charges per exit or offers in-and-out privileges.
- The flat taxi fare from PHL airport to Center City is $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger, an option if you'd rather pick up a car later in your trip.
- The L (Market-Frankford Line) and the B (Broad Street Line) reach the main sights from most of these hotels, so you can leave the car parked and ride transit.
Which hotel fits your trip
Drivers want different things depending on the trip:
- Loews Philadelphia Hotel suits groups and convention travelers who want valet parking near the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street.
- The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia is for travelers who want to hand over the keys at arrival and not think about the car again until checkout.
- Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG gives you valet to a covered garage in Old City, close to Independence Hall, at a LEED Gold hotel.
- Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown is the practical pick for road-trippers and business travelers who want a familiar Marriott.
- The Windsor Suites on the Ben Franklin Parkway is the best fit for a longer stay, with an on-site garage and suites with kitchens.
The hotels
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
1200 Market St
9.01,199 reviews
2 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)Valet parking at the hotel, a short walk from the Convention Center.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia
Ten Avenue of the Arts
8.3321 reviews
2 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)Valet parking to an affiliated covered garage, 2 minutes on foot from 15th St/City Hall.
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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
433 Chestnut St.
9.21,287 reviews
2 min walk to 5th St/Independence Hall (L, Market-Frankford Line)Valet parking to an affiliated covered garage in Old City at a LEED Gold hotel, near Independence Hall.
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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)Valet parking to a garage by LOVE Park, at a Marriott on Arch Street, 4 minutes from 15th St/City Hall.
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The Windsor Suites
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy
9.04,373 reviews
6 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)An on-site garage and suite-style rooms on the Ben Franklin Parkway, away from the tightest Center City streets.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Philadelphia hotels charge extra for parking?＋
Yes. Most Philadelphia hotels charge a nightly parking fee on top of the room rate. Philadelphia's parking tax is 22.5%, which applies to that fee. The total cost varies by property; ask the hotel directly for the current nightly parking rate when you book.
Which hotel on this list is best for convention travelers who need parking?＋
Loews Philadelphia Hotel at 1200 Market St. It has valet parking and is a short walk from the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street.
Can I use SEPTA transit from these hotels and leave my car parked?＋
Yes, and it's often the smarter move. The Ritz-Carlton, the Courtyard and The Windsor Suites are 2 to 6 minutes on foot from 15th St/City Hall, which connects the L (Market-Frankford Line), the B (Broad Street Line) and the T (subway-surface trolleys). The Loews is 2 minutes from 13th St, and Kimpton Hotel Monaco is 2 minutes from 5th St/Independence Hall. A single SEPTA trip costs $2.90.
Which hotel has the best parking for an extended stay?＋
The Windsor Suites at 1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy. It has an on-site garage, suites with kitchens, and a Parkway address that's a little easier to drive to than the tight Center City grid. For a week or more, having covered parking in the building beats walking to a garage down the street.
Are any of these hotels LEED certified?＋
One is. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia is LEED Gold certified, one of only six LEED-certified hotels in Philadelphia. The other four hotels here have no LEED certification.
What is the parking tax in Philadelphia?＋
Philadelphia's parking tax is 22.5%, charged on top of any parking fee from the hotel or garage. Factor it in when you compare parking costs.
