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3.5 of 5
1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Ranked #32 of 84 hotels in Philadelphia
4.0 of 5 stars 631 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Convention center(41)
  • Terminal market(27)
  • Very nice(25)
  • Great location(19)
  • City hall(16)
  • Valet parking(12)
  • Room service(10)
  • Liberty bell(8)
  • Concierge lounge(6)
  • Only complaint(6)
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Bergenfield, New Jersey
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“great location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

This Marriott hotel is every bit what we expected from a Marriott hotel. The lobby was clean and check-in was smooth. Everybody from the check-in personnel to the valet were very courteous and pleasant. Room was clean. The bathroom was clean, everything was functional. My only complaint is that the pillows were too thick and hard for me (I have neck and shoulder problems), but I wonder if it had something to do with my room preferences versus their standard issue pillows.
The Reading Terminal Market is right across the hotel and saved us a bundle by buying local Philadelphia fare without having to spend on trendy restaurants. After all, when my family travels, we prefer checking out low key joints that are the locals' favorite. Pat's and Geno's cheesesteaks were about 20 mins car ride. The Phil Museum of Art and the Franklin Institute Museum were about 10-15 mins drive away, local traffic factored in. Have good walking shoes and it's about a 30 min walk to the Liberty Bell.
You do have to pay for valet parking though, but this doesn't surprise me as this is a city hotel. I booked this hotel via Marriott.com, and with the valet parking added to nightly rate, what we paid was still relatively cheaper than NYC or DC hotels.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Swansea, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Comfortable and central”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

We were struck by the personal welcome by members of staff who were keen to help. Although we were attending a conference in the hotel, the central position meant that we were able to explore Philadelphia. The proximity to the Reading Terminal Market was certainly a bonus, especially for a picnic lunch between sessions. The bed was extremely comfortable and the room quiet. There were great views over Philly!

We would certainly stay again.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Solid hotel in a great location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012 via mobile

We spent two nights here and were very pleased. The rooms are clean, spacious, and the service is excellent. The location is very central and convenient to many of Philly's attractions. No complaints, would definitely stay here again. Got a great price through Priceline.

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“car show”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012
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All the the staff were pleasant and curtious the only issue was the maid on the 22nd floor who knocked on our door several times even though the do not disturb sign was out this person continued knocking on the door and placed her key into enter the room couldn"t figure this out since it was 7am in the morning and check out time was 12pm i cant imagine their policy is to knock on the do not disturb doors first i thought she was looking for the tip

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Marriott Administration Say They Cannot be Held Accountable if their staff take Your Belongings.”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Housekeeping took 1 of my daughters Ugg boots (value $150) from our room. I reported it immediately and spent the w/e calling housekeeping and checking lost and found. When I returned home I called and eventually sent an email. After numerous attempts (in person/phone/email) I spoke to administration who informed me that there was no record of the missing Ugg until they received my first email. Furthermore, their was no proof that housekeeping to the Ugg and therefore they were not accountable. This is a disgrace. This gives Marriot staff the OK to enter your hotel room and intentionally/unintentionally take what they like and there will not be any consequences for them. I will never feel safe in a Marriot again.

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Stayed November 2011, travelled with family
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Address: 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Price range (per night):* INR8,835 - 22,480

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