We stayed In a one bedroom suite on one of the highest floors and could see both the river and were directly across from city hall. It was an amazing 180 degree view of the city. It is a residence inn not a luxury hotel but the staff is great, the rooms are very nice and clean and the location was great. We would definitely stay there again.

Even though we stayed for a couple of days, you could tell that the service was really good and the hotel was close to the most important sites in Philly (walking distance). On the other hand, I would definitely recommend it because it has GREAT value.

Stayed at the this hotel because I had a voucher for a free night stay. We went during the Martin Luther King three day weekend. This hotel was in a great location very close to Reading Terminal Market, City Hall, Philadelphia Visitor Center, Macy's, restaurants, transportation etc..You can't really go wrong at a Residence inn. The breakfast was good lots of variety and since the weather was cold, It was good not having to look for a place to eat. I do think that the hotel could be updated. We had a one bedroom suite and the room looked dated. Other than that the hotel was fine and I would stay there again or check the Marriott hotels that were very close by.

I can easily see the Residence Inn in Philadelphia's Center City to be a future home away from home, as it meets all my requirements for a comfortable place to stay with the amenities of a small apartment and the quality service of its parenting Marriott brand. The location alone is worthy of five stars; just across the street from Philly's city hall, within walking distance to many points of interest, with a SEPTA station merely 100ft from the entrance. Cabs in front at all times, a safe and secure building, and Reading Terminal Market located two blocks away! While we only stayed two nights here, I can see this hotel as more of a 2+ night kind of hotel, for those who want to cook their own meals in their convenient and completely stocked kitchenette (with a FULL-SIZED refrigerator). There is a complimentary breakfast on the 2nd floor, but we had a full food itinerary for the city, so we didn't get to take advantage of it. The front desk staff were friendly, the hallways and common areas were clean, and the rooms were spacious and comfortable. I enjoyed having a little living room and a kitchen available, and the beds, high-ceilings, and large windows were also a plus. Free wi-fi and reasonable prices are also great. Considering this hotel sits right next to two sister properties (a Marriott and a Courtyard Marriott), I would definitely choose the Residence Inn for extended stays on a more modest budget.