Embassy Suites Philadelphia–Center City

1776 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103, USA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Why We Like It

The two-room suites are spacious, functional and business-chic with fantastic views. T.G.I. Friday's may not be your first choice for breakfast, but breakfast is included. The area is beautiful and highly walkable.

Fodor's Expert Review

On Logan Square, this 28-floor circular hotel puts you within walking distance of Boathouse Row. Suites have separate living rooms with sofa beds, dining areas, and private balconies, many with stunning views of nearby Fairmount Park or the Parkway. Business suites have spacious desks with ergonomic chairs; there's also a separate business center. A hot buffet breakfast is served every morning at the adjacent T.G.I. Friday's, but it can be crowded; there is a more relaxing evening reception—with complimentary full bar and light snacks daily from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the lobby.

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Room

All suites are two rooms have and a modern minimalist metallic design with wooden floors and sky blue accents. There is a balcony in each room and a separate living room with queen size pull-out sofa bed. All suites are 750 square feet in size and are recently renovated. The suite has two TV's (one in each room) with hotel cable, a working desk and three chairs, microwave, mini-refrigerator, and wet bar area. The room is equipped with multiple charging areas including USB ports throughout the suite.

Tip Unlimited water bottles are complimentary at the front desk.

Bathroom

The bathroom features a marble vanity and all rooms have a bathtub with pressure-head shower with curtain. Amenities are all are Neutrogena Clean products: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and forgotten items like toothbrushes are provided upon request.

Lobby

The hotel is circular shaped as is the lobby and provide panoramic views of 18th Street and famous Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The lobby has four televisions, ATM, a digital touchscreen concierge with tips for tourists, and is where the nightly evening reception takes place for guests. There is also a gift shop with snacks and necessities open 24/7.

Gym

The 24-hour hotel exercise facility was recently renovated and includes free weights, elliptical machines, treadmills, and aerobic bikes.

Dining

The hotel features casual dining at the attached TGI Fridays restaurant. TGI Fridays serves lunch, dinner, and hancd-crafted cocktails and is open daily from 11am to midnight. The Philly cheesesteak burger is a local "speciality."

Drinking

TGI Fridays is attached to the hotel and offers a variety of beers, wines, and signature handcrafted drinks and a rooftop bar!

Tip $5 long island iced teas on the patio during happy hour.

What's Nearby

Getting Around

SEPTA and Regional Rail train stations are within 3 blocks of the hotel to get to Penn's Landing to West Philly. In addition, the hotel features a nice old-fashioned cab stand located directly outside of the hotel, with Uber and Lyft options.

Restaurants

Urban Farmer (2-minute walk) is located inside the Logan Hotel is a scratch kitchen known for its steak varieties, and amazing cocktails. It is located across the street from the Embassy Suites and offers a variety of upscale twists on farm to table faves. City Tap House Logan (1-minute walk) is also located across the street from the hotel and offers a wide variety of craft beers, sandwiches, and entrees.

Bars

Con Murphy’s Irish Pub, with authentic beers, sophisticated cocktails and Irish fare is located in Windsor Suites one block from the hotel and is an easy 5-minute walk. McGillan’s is one of the 10 oldest bars in America and is a 10-minute walk located in close proximity to City Hall. It is a bit divey but worth a visit, known for great beer choices, a solid bar menu, and live entertainment on the weekend.

Quick Facts

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 215-561–1776;800-362–2779