Can't beat the location of this hotel for a visit to Temple, and the staff was extremely helpful through our whole stay. We passed on the breakfast after the first day - but after reading reviews, we didn't expect a lot (and there is a coffee shop attached so getting something a bit better was easy enough). Room was clean and more than roomy, no real complaints (though we had to watch our step in the room with a step down from the bathroom, but given that this is an older converted house, it has those kind of quirks).

We enjoyed this hotel on Temple Campus. Even with GPS it was a bit hard to find since it is nestled in the campus. The room was clean and staff extremely helpful. They moved an illegally parked car so that we could have a space. Breakfast was ok but the attached coffee shop had tasty goodies and good coffee. We were able to attend a free campus concert - a student all percussion performance. It was excellent.
They were wonderful with the dog and allowed her to stay alone in the room as long as she didn't bark or otherwise disturb - which she did not. I would suggest that the hotel provide a list of events on campus. We would have attended all we could. We also thought the dog fee of $40,00 a bit steep. If no damage was done they could have refunded half. We will stay there again.

This cozy hotel - the Conwell Inn - is situated right in the middle of Temple campus in Philadelphia. Temple has its own police patrolling the area, so I felt very safe. The check-in process was a breeze, even after midnight. The bedsheets were clean, everything worked, and I can't complain about the sleeping experience. The mattresses are foam. It's also conveniently located next to bars and convenience shops.

The only minor complaints I have are that the hotel is a little difficult to find, and the parking lot is tricky to reach. In addition, if you're staying on a weekend during the school semester, you might have to deal with some nearby student noise.

The best thing about the Conwell Inn is the location on campus at Temple University and the charming exterior. It is a 10 minute walk from the SEPTA Train stop on campus, and about a 5 min walk from the subway to Center City. Unfortunately, after that the property is really very "Motel 6"-esque but with some very nice touches. The location at campus ground zero is terrific, and the campus police station is attached to the hotel. Restaurants are also downstairs and around the corner. Front desk staff is friendly and helpful. Coffee and tea 24 hrs in the lobby with complimentary light breakfast in the morning and cookies in the afternoon.

Upon entering the room for the first time the smell of cleaning fluids (much like Clorox) was overwhelming so I had to open all windows for the afternoon to air it out. Lighting is really poor in the rooms with one floor lamp in the living room and one floor lamp in the bedroom. Wonderful spacious queen suite but no way to read in bed without lighting. There are not adequate electrical outlets in the bedroom and no outlets near the bed to keep your phone or computer charged if you want to access them while reclining. Wallpaper is peeling and carpet is a bit shabby. Furnishings are minimal.

I told housekeeping they did not need to attend to my room after my first night's stay as I had plenty of towels and the bed did not need to be changed. Later in the day I was taking a nap when I heard a very quiet knock at the door. Before I could dress to answer the door, a staff member entered. While I am not overly freaked out by having a stranger see me in my underwear, I also do not think it was necessary. A louder knock and an announcement at the door would have prevented it. I also do not understand why the visit was necessary since I had declined service.

All things considered, I would indeed stay here again. Fly into PHL, board SEPTA train at airport that leaves every 30 min. $7 fare to Temple Univ stop, walk up Berks Walk to the hotel - easy! Since my trip is to see my daughter and access Center City, this place is fine as I am not staying there to be AT the hotel. Bed was comfortable enough and the convenience outweighs any of the shortcomings. The management seems to be sincerely interested in making you feel welcome and asking for your opinions to help them improve, and I appreciate their efforts.