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Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
5.0 star property
Center City West, 0.6 km from The Franklin Institute
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (277)
"Perfect stay, gorgeous views, beautiful room & excellent staff"
United States
Joan
The price is HK$7,392
HK$8,602 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
Lobby
Guild House Hotel

Guild House Hotel

Guild House Hotel
3.0 star property
Midtown Village, 1.4 km from The Franklin Institute
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"Clean room, quiet hotel guests, and accessible to many restaurants. Would definitely stay again. "
United States
P
The price is HK$1,831
HK$2,115 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Guild House Hotel
Living area
YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)
2.0 star property
2.9 km from The Franklin Institute
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"Lovely space to stay!"
United States
Olivia
YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)
Exterior
ROOST Midtown

ROOST Midtown

ROOST Midtown
4.0 star property
Center City West, 1.1 km from The Franklin Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (383)
"Honestly 5/5 experience and room. Very welcome front desk staff and the rooms were fantastic. Downtown Philly is awful for getting affordable parking, but at least they have a deal with a parking garage 4 blocks downs to get half off parking. "
United States
Matthew
The price is HK$1,183
HK$1,367 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
ROOST Midtown
Exterior detail
The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

The Rittenhouse Philadelphia
5.0 star property
Rittenhouse Square, 0.9 km from The Franklin Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (935)
"Nice room and staffs are helpful."
Canada
Kin Kwan
The price is HK$3,069
HK$3,888 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The Rittenhouse Philadelphia
BBQ/picnic Area
ROOST East Market

ROOST East Market

ROOST East Market
4.0 star property
Midtown Village, 1.3 km from The Franklin Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (627)
"Spotless room, great amenities, wonderful stay."
United States
michelle
The price is HK$1,394
HK$1,610 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
ROOST East Market
Terrace/patio
Morris House Hotel

Morris House Hotel

Morris House Hotel
3.0 star property
Washington Square West, 2 km from The Franklin Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (957)
"Tyle atmosphere place to stay while you are in Philadelphia, such historical place and staff is more than courteous."
United States
Thomas
Morris House Hotel
Front of property
Lokal Hotel - Old City

Lokal Hotel - Old City

Lokal Hotel - Old City
3.5 star property
Old City, 2.5 km from The Franklin Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (127)
"The room was huge and spotless."
United States
Nazahat
The price is HK$1,774
HK$2,049 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Lokal Hotel - Old City
Restaurant
The Maj Hotel

The Maj Hotel

The Maj Hotel
3.0 star property
0.7 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (417)
"Very clean rooms and attentive staff. The location , close to Barnes foundation and the Art Museum was very important for me."
United States
Eugeni
The Maj Hotel
Exterior
La Reserve Bed & Breakfast

La Reserve Bed & Breakfast

La Reserve Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
Rittenhouse Square, 1.3 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (442)
"Great stay!"
United States
Colton
La Reserve Bed & Breakfast
Full breakfast for a fee on weekdays
Fitler Club

Fitler Club

Fitler Club
4.0 star property
Center City West, 0.7 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (275)
"Fun hotel in excellent location "
United States
Diane
Fitler Club
Property entrance
The Study at University City

The Study at University City

The Study at University City
4.0 star property
University City, 1.5 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Friendly staff, clean and stylish hotel"
United States
Sara
The price is HK$1,548
HK$1,802 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
The Study at University City
City view
Kestrel Hotel

Kestrel Hotel

Kestrel Hotel
3.5 star property
1.2 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (113)
"Easy to all tourist areas"
United States
Steven
The price is HK$1,343
HK$1,552 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Kestrel Hotel
Lobby
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
2.5 star property
Old City, 2.6 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"It was clean, really really great location and nice staff "
United States
Amanda
The price is HK$1,021
HK$1,216 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Bar (on property)
Element Philadelphia Downtown

Element Philadelphia Downtown

Element Philadelphia Downtown
4.0 star property
Center City West, 1 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1333)
"Great breakfast, extremely good price, perfect location - close to subway, right at city center, close to terminal market"
United States
Minh Tri
The price is HK$1,050
HK$1,222 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Element Philadelphia Downtown
Exterior
Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia

Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia

Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia
4.0 star property
Rittenhouse Square, 1.1 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1539)
"We had a great stay! Staff was friendly andvery helpful."
United States
Anna L
The price is HK$1,237
HK$1,440 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia
View from property
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott

The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott

The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott
4.0 star property
Center City West, 1.1 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Excellent Retro-Styled Hotel "
United States
Michael
The price is HK$1,316
HK$1,803 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Bar (on property)
AKA Rittenhouse Square

AKA Rittenhouse Square

AKA Rittenhouse Square
4.0 star property
Center City West, 0.9 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (503)
"Staff, amenities, room was beautiful!"
United States
Maria
AKA Rittenhouse Square
Exterior
AKA University City

AKA University City

AKA University City
4.0 star property
University City, 1.1 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (710)
"great views of Philly!"
United States
Sara
The price is HK$1,979
HK$2,530 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
AKA University City
Exterior
Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
4.0 star property
Midtown Village, 1.4 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1898)
"Room was great and staff exceptional "
United States
Roel
The price is HK$1,436
HK$1,671 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top The Franklin Institute Hotel Reviews

The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were wonderful, the room was very nice, everything was perfect"
Dana 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Windsor Suites

Hotels near other The Franklin Institute attractions

Franklin Institute in Philadelphia is one of America’s most popular science museums. It’s perfect for younger kids, and families as well. Throughout the year they have various exhibitions ranging from vintage video games to technology and design. Bonus: there’s also an IMAX theatre inside 😄 #Culture #Philadelphia #Museum
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Ben Franklin National Memorial

You can browse the exhibits at Ben Franklin National Memorial, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Philadelphias Franklin Institute, Pennsylvania USA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Franklin Institute Science Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Franklin Institute Science Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Franklin Institute?
The Franklin Institute is located in a vibrant area of Philadelphia known for its popular art scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 624 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to The Franklin Institute?
Adjacent to The Franklin Institute, Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options close by include Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia and The Windsor Suites.
How many hotels will I find near The Franklin Institute?
Expedia has 624 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Franklin Institute.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Franklin Institute, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near The Franklin Institute.
What can I see and do near The Franklin Institute?
Franklin Institute Science Museum, Barnes Foundation and Rodin Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Rocky Steps and City Hall are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around The Franklin Institute. You can watch performances at Academy of Music, Miller Theater and Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to The Franklin Institute?
You can access metro transport at 11th St Station, 8th St Station and 13th St. Station. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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