Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Southwest Philadelphia
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"This was not the relaxing stay that I expected. The hotel was under renovation which is fine. On the oitskirts it looks pretty clean but when you have to disrupt your night after midnight to change rooms because a mouse is running around cleanliness is clearly an issue. That was the final straw. ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
"Conveniently located near PHL airport. The room was comfortable but well used. Nice staff."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"We booked here so we could use the free shuttle to the airport and leave our car there. The self-park car on the website says $12.50, however, with taxes & fees, it was about $15.50. So the website should state that. The shuttle service was OK, however, on our return we called as instructed, and ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
"Older and reasonably clean."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"We went there during heatwave week and the ac didn’t work. We told the staff but it was never fixed. The room was as hot as outside 100F"
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
"It seems as if the facility is aged and the hotel is in the process of renovating. It would have been nice to be aware of this. I walked into a nice entrance and bar/lounge area, and then entered a room that looked aged and poorly kept."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Southwest Philadelphia
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
South Philadelphia
Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Citizens Bank Park.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Cherry Street Pier and Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
University City
Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
