Most business trips to Philadelphia land in Center City, within a few blocks of City Hall, the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street and the Market Street office towers. These five hotels are all in that pocket, each a short walk from the L (Market-Frankford Line) at 13th St, and they were picked for meeting space and quieter rooms.
Where business travelers stay in Center City
Every hotel here is within a 10-minute walk of the Pennsylvania Convention Center or the office towers along Market Street west of City Hall.
The L runs under Market Street, so from any of these hotels it's one ride to Drexel Station at 30th St, next to the Amtrak station. The B (Broad Street Line) at 15th St/City Hall runs north to Temple University and south to the sports complex. SEPTA fares are $2.90 per trip, and a One Day Convenience Pass costs $7.50.
If you need a quiet room, side-street addresses such as Ludlow Street and Juniper Street usually get less overnight traffic than rooms facing Market Street.
Side-by-side comparison of Philadelphia business hotels
| Hotel | Star rating | Guest score | Walk to Convention Center | Meeting rooms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canopy By Hilton Philadelphia Center City | 4 | 9.0 | ~4 min (0.2 mi) | Yes |
| Philadelphia Marriott Downtown | 4 | 8.0 | ~3 min (0.16 mi) | 60+ |
| Loews Philadelphia Hotel | 4 | 9.0 | ~3 min (0.16 mi) | Yes |
| The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection | 5 | 8.5 | ~6 min (0.29 mi) | Yes |
| Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City | 3 | 8.6 | ~6 min (0.29 mi) | Yes |
Transit tips for corporate travelers in Center City
- 15th St/City Hall connects the L (Market-Frankford Line), the B (Broad Street Line) and the T (subway-surface trolleys) in one complex, so it's the most useful single stop in Center City.
- SEPTA Airport Line trains run every 30 minutes on weekdays between Philadelphia International Airport and Center City stations. The fare is $8.75 when purchased in advance.
- A SEPTA Key card costs $4.95 and saves you from carrying exact change. Load it at any station kiosk before your first trip.
- The flat taxi fare from Philadelphia International Airport to Center City is $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger, useful when you have luggage and a tight schedule.
Reading Terminal Market and nearby dining for working lunches
Reading Terminal Market at 1136 Arch Street is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., which makes it an easy working breakfast or a quick lunch between Convention Center sessions. It's about a 3-minute walk from the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown and the Loews Philadelphia Hotel.
For a sit-down business meal, Walnut Street between 12th and 15th Streets has plenty of restaurants within a short walk of all five hotels.
The hotels
Canopy By Hilton Philadelphia Center City
1180 Ludlow Street
9.0848 reviews
3 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)LEED Certified hotel on quiet Ludlow Street, a 3-minute walk from 13th St on the L and T.
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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 60 event spaces and a skybridge to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the most convention-connected 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 historic PSFS Building tower, where upper floors are well above the street noise, with a guest score of 9.0.
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The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection
21 N Juniper St
8.5973 reviews
2 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)Five-star hotel on Juniper Street, a quieter side street than Market, with a guest score of 8.5.
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Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City
1 E Penn Sq
8.6200 reviews
2 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)Suites with kitchenettes on Penn Square, a 2-minute walk from 13th St, suited to multi-week work trips.
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Frequently asked questions
Which of these hotels is closest to the Pennsylvania Convention Center?＋
The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown at 1201 Market Street has a skybridge to the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street, so you never have to go outside. The Loews Philadelphia Hotel is about a 3-minute walk and the Canopy by Hilton about 4 minutes.
How do I get from Philadelphia International Airport to these hotels?＋
The SEPTA Airport Line runs from the airport to Center City every 30 minutes on weekdays, and the fare is $8.75 with a SEPTA Key or contactless card ($11.00 bought on board). Get off at Jefferson Station or Suburban Station, both a short walk from these hotels. A flat-rate taxi from the airport to Center City costs $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger.
Which of these hotels is best for a long work assignment?＋
The Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City at 1 E Penn Square is built for multi-week stays. Every room is a suite with a kitchen or kitchenette, a separate living area and a workspace, and the free hot breakfast cuts daily costs on a long assignment.
Are any of these hotels LEED certified?＋
Yes. The Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City is LEED Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council, one of only six LEED-certified hotels in Philadelphia. None of the other four hotels here holds a LEED certification.
What is the hotel tax rate in Philadelphia?＋
Philadelphia's total hotel tax is 15.5%, added on top of the nightly rate at all five hotels. Factor it in when you compare quoted rates against a travel budget.
Which SEPTA station do guests at these hotels most commonly use?＋
13th St, on the L (Market-Frankford Line) and the T (subway-surface trolleys), is a 2- to 3-minute walk from all five hotels. One stop west, 15th St/City Hall adds the B (Broad Street Line), and Suburban Station handles SEPTA Regional Rail.
