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Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find an ideal blend of comfort and convenience near Independence Hall, with a refreshing indoor pool waiting after a day of Philadelphia sightseeing

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Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel blends history and modern comfort in central Philadelphia. Enjoy all-day meals at Franklin Social, coffee at the on-site cafe, and practical amenities like in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is SAR 657
SAR 765 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
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(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Center City, a neighborhood in Philadelphia, Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel is near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rittenhouse Square, while National Constitution Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Citizens Bank Park, and consider making time for Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Philadelphia travel guide
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401 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106

What's nearby

  • Independence Hall
    Independence Hall
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Liberty Bell Center
    Liberty Bell Center
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Constitution Center
    National Constitution Center
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Reading Terminal Market
    Reading Terminal Market
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Philly Cityscape
    Pennsylvania Convention Center
    4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • 5th St. Station
    3 min walk
  • Philadelphia Temple University Station
    6 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buddakan
    1 min walk
  • Red Owl Tavern
    1 min walk
  • Fork
    3 min walk
  • National Mechanics
    3 min walk
  • Stratus Rooftop Lounge
    1 min walk

About this property

Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Independence Hall
  • Located close to Liberty Bell Center and National Constitution Center, Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, First Daughter Oyster Co, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In-room WiFi (surcharge) and conference space are available to all guests.
  • Other perks include:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Express check-in, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
    • A reception hall, a porter/bellhop, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 150 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers
    • 55-inch LCD TVs with Netflix and premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (USD 29 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 65 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 to 27 for adults and USD 13 to 27 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • First Daughter Oyster Co
  • Only Son's Bar and Lounge

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Children's games

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,704 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (34 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height bed (22 inches high)
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1990
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.00 per stay

Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.00 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 27 for adults, and USD 13 to 27 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 65 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 29 per day (1312 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 0997255

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel?

As of 15 Jumada I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel on 7 Jumada II 2026 start from SAR 657, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 65 per day.

What time is check-in at Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel located?

Located in Center City, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Independence Hall and Liberty Bell Center. National Constitution Center and Reading Terminal Market are also within 1 mi (2 km). 5th St. Station is only a 3-minute walk and 2nd St. Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and staff!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hadas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff, good restaurants in the lobby.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryam Laila

Liked: Amenities
The room was clean and situated in a convenient location. A lot of the historical sites are walking distance. Those that are farther, no problem, the metro is very near and well the rest is being able to fit time in order to do all the activities that you want.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love! Great room, staff and service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large and had good amenities. It was also in a fabulous location and walkable to all the places I wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was centrally located with an excellent restaurant and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Joe at the front desk was amazing for our check in, we had a terrible experience at an air bnb and needed a room ASAP with early check in and he got us in with no questions asked. The hotel was clean and comfortable and the entire stay was over the top. 10/10 cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Amenities
Amazing hotel! Clean, great location, beautiful and spacious rooms, very polite and accommodating staff. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Humayun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great please for staying to explore the historic city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sapan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, they had a pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BERNADETTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to tourist attractions and rooms bigger than usual.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly. Great location. Parking Garage next door for $32/day, so you don’t have to use valet if you don’t like the option.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location just a block away from Independence Hall! Easy parking at the garage next door. The hotel is clean, modern, and within walking distance of great bars, restaurants, and landmarks. I’ll be sure to stay here again next time I am in Philly!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Jean Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice area. Staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is fabulous for the sites. It is a good hotel, nothing extravagant. Room was nice and had everything you need. Wish the dining options within the hotel was more varied. But again, location is fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jona

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! Great food and customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Amenities
The carpet, chaise lounge, and cloth chair are stained and look disgusting. The staff were exceptional - very friendly and courteous. Check-in was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel

This hotel is walking distance to a lot of tourist destinations. It is a very nice hotel, and rooms are big. Check in and out was easy, and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anjali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel in a great location

We had a great stay at this hotel. Unfortunately, only one elevator was working, so that was a bit inconvenient. The staff was all wonderful! Many sights are within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is getting a bit tired around the edges, but is still glorious, quiet, and comfortable. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel with large modern rooms, centrally located hotel in old town Philly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024