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    Our top choices for Smith Memorial Arch hotels

    1. The Study at University City

    A modern building with a prominent 'Study' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

    2. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

    A modern office space with a desk, chair, and potted plants.

    3. 4211 Suites

    A modern lobby with two elevators, a reception desk, and a glass door leading outside.

    4. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

    A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a city view.

    5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-City Avenue

    A buffet table with various cheeses, fruits, and vegetables.

    6. Philly Inn & Suites

    A seating area with a cityscape mural, a table with a vase of flowers, and colorful rugs.

    7. Diamond Suites Philadelphia Center

    A row of Victorian-style townhouses with bay windows, a front porch, and a brick facade.

    8. Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

    A modern lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a reception desk.

    9. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

    A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Homewood Suites Hilton."

    10. Siri's Favorite Place

    A living room with a dark green sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large ornate mirror.

    11. La Reserve on Pine

    A hotel entrance with a sign for 'La Réserve Bed & Breakfast' and a flower box with red and white flowers.

    12. Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

    A restaurant with brick walls, wooden beams, and tiled floors. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

    13. YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

    A room with a yellow table, two wooden chairs, a green hanging lamp, and a view of trees through a window.

    14. Hilton Garden Inn Camden Waterfront Philadelphia

    An outdoor seating area with a view of a bridge, tables, and chairs.

    15. Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

    An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

    16. ROOST East Market

    A spacious indoor area with a large window, a ceiling fan, and various seating arrangements including a sofa and chairs.

    17. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

    A spacious rooftop dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and string lights.

    18. ROOST Midtown

    A building with a large arched entrance, a coat of arms above the door, and two potted plants on either side.

    19. Loews Philadelphia Hotel

    A modern hotel room with a dining area featuring a large table and red chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a city view through large windows.

    20. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

    A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear view of a tall tower in the background.

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    PropertyProperty classGuest ratingBreakfast includedPoolSpaPet-friendlyWiFi included
    A modern building with a prominent 'Study' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
    The Study at University City
    9.4Exceptional1,003 reviewsView
    A modern office space with a desk, chair, and potted plants.
    The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
    9.2Wonderful1,002 reviewsView
    A modern lobby with two elevators, a reception desk, and a glass door leading outside.
    4211 Suites
    9.0Wonderful986 reviewsView
    A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a city view.
    Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
    8.6Excellent1,001 reviewsView
    A buffet table with various cheeses, fruits, and vegetables.
    Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-City Avenue
    8.0Very good1,012 reviewsView

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    Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts

    Rating: 8.8/10 (3 reviews)

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    Top Smith Memorial Arch Hotel Reviews

    ROOST East Market

    A spacious indoor area with a large window, a ceiling fan, and various seating arrangements including a sofa and chairs.

    ROOST Midtown

    A building with a large arched entrance, a coat of arms above the door, and two potted plants on either side.

    The Maj Hotel

    A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a bench, and a view into another room.

    Guild House Hotel

    A dining area with a wooden table, a bowl of fruit, and a decorative brass tray.

    Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

    A restaurant with brick walls, wooden beams, and tiled floors. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

    Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia

    A modern Hyatt Centric hotel with a glass facade, located in an urban setting with surrounding buildings.

    Loews Philadelphia Hotel

    A modern hotel room with a dining area featuring a large table and red chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a city view through large windows.

    The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

    A modern office space with a desk, chair, and potted plants.

    Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

    A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view.

    Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

    A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a bartender, and several bar stools.

    Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

    A Holiday Inn Express with a prominent sign, located on a city street with buildings and parked cars.

    Inn at Villanova University

    A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

    Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

    A spacious rooftop dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and string lights.

    Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

    An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

    The Westin Philadelphia

    A hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and an American flag.

    Hilton Garden Inn Camden Waterfront Philadelphia

    An outdoor seating area with a view of a bridge, tables, and chairs.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the area like around Smith Memorial Arch?

    Smith Memorial Arch is located in a vibrant area of Philadelphia known for its popular art scene and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 27 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

    What's the best place to stay near Smith Memorial Arch?

    Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Smith Memorial Arch. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Windsor Suites and Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square.

    How many hotels are there close to Smith Memorial Arch?

    Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Smith Memorial Arch.

    If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smith Memorial Arch, will I receive a refund?

    Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Smith Memorial Arch.

    What can I see and do near Smith Memorial Arch?

    You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rodin Museum or Penn Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Strawberry Mansion, Rocky Steps and Eastern State Penitentiary. You can catch a show at Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre and The Met Philadelphia.

    How can I get to Smith Memorial Arch?

    With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Smith Memorial Arch is easy. You can access metro transport at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop, 49th & Girard Ave Stop and Lancaster Ave & Girard Ave Stop. If you're hopping a train into town, Philadelphia Wynnefield Avenue Station, Philadelphia Overbrook Station and Philadelphia 49th Street Station are the closest stations to West Philadelphia.