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Our top choices for The Franklin Institute hotels

A building with large windows, a stone facade, and a black awning.

1. YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)
2.0 star property
2.9 km from The Franklin Institute
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
"It was our first time staying here! We loved it! Felt like more of a home than a hotel and we had a ton of space in our room! Microwave with mini fridge is amazing so we could enjoy meals we had more than once! Loved the location and we had a wonderful time! Staff was quick at responding when we had questions! Thank you!"
United States
Emily Alaine
The price is HK$942
HK$1,632 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)
A modern lounge with a glass infinity pool, large windows, and a city view.

2. 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, (321 reviews)
"Best hotel to stay in Philadelphia."
United States
sebastian
The price is HK$8,631
HK$10,044 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
A spacious indoor area with a large window, a ceiling fan, and various seating arrangements including a sofa and chairs.

3. ROOST East Market

ROOST East Market
4.0 star property
Midtown Village, 1.4 km from The Franklin Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (740 reviews)
"Nice room, great staff."
United States
Johnathan
The price is HK$1,405
HK$1,622 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
ROOST East Market
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4. ROOST Midtown

ROOST Midtown
4.0 star property
Center City West, 1.1 km from The Franklin Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (430 reviews)
"Great stay! Great location and great staff! Definitely recommend!"
United States
Andrew
The price is HK$1,397
HK$1,613 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
ROOST Midtown
A hotel and salon with a dark facade, large windows, and a bench outside.

5. 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, (155 reviews)
"Very nice stay in Old City. The stairs are intense, especially with luggage. Nice layout with 2 beds."
United States
Rich
The price is HK$2,447
HK$2,826 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Lokal Hotel - Old City
A building with a large sign reading "READING TERMINAL MARKET".

6. Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia
3.0 star property
Old City, 2.8 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,425 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel throughout and the staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful...."
United States
Gregory
The price is HK$760
HK$884 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia
A dining area with a wooden table, a bowl of fruit, and a decorative brass tray.

7. Guild House Hotel

Guild House Hotel
3.0 star property
Midtown Village, 1.4 km from The Franklin Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (199 reviews)
"The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Philadelphia, just a short walk from the SEPTA subway system and. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and clean. The historic flavor of the building gives it a unique charm. Great value for the price. There is no front desk staff, but they do communicate via email/text daily to make sure you have what you need. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
George
The price is HK$2,092
HK$2,417 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Guild House Hotel
A courtyard with brick flooring, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

8. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay as usual!"
United States
Courtney
The price is HK$1,405
HK$1,623 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Morris House Hotel
A modern building with a sign reading "The Study" and large windows.

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was amazing and the attached restaurant was yummy!"
United States
Naika
The price is HK$1,640
HK$1,908 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The Study at University City
A row of red-brick townhouses with a sign for 'La Réserve Bed & Breakfast' and a blue patterned outdoor seating area.

10. La Reserve on Pine

La Reserve on Pine
3.5 star property
Rittenhouse Square, 1.3 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (599 reviews)
"Beautiful Inn and room."
United States
Nancy
The price is HK$795
HK$918 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Reserve on Pine
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a bench, and a view into another room.

11. The Maj Hotel

The Maj Hotel
3.0 star property
0.7 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (543 reviews)
"Just an overall great place to stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is HK$1,114
HK$1,287 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Maj 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.

12. Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
4.0 star property
Midtown Village, 1.3 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,070 reviews)
"Perfect hotel in a prime location! I will stay here again"
United States
Lauren
The price is HK$1,405
HK$1,634 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, a small table, two chairs, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

13. Kestrel Hotel

Kestrel Hotel
3.5 star property
1.2 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (158 reviews)
"Easy access, easy parking areas nearby, good downtown location"
United States
Jacob
The price is HK$805
HK$1,646 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Kestrel Hotel
A modern Hyatt Centric hotel with a glass facade, located in an urban setting with surrounding buildings.

14. Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia

Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia
4.0 star property
Rittenhouse Square, 1.1 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,801 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Tyran
The price is HK$1,350
HK$1,571 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia
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15. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

The Rittenhouse Philadelphia
5.0 star property
Rittenhouse Square, 0.9 km from The Franklin Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay. The service was top-notch, and the staff was very attentive and made us feel incredibly welcome. We also loved the hotel bar it was a great spot with excellent drinks. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish, and we will absolutely be back."
United States
Camilo
The price is HK$3,170
HK$4,009 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Rittenhouse Philadelphia
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view.

16. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful staff, good hot breakfast."
United States
Julianne
The price is HK$1,029
HK$1,226 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
A modern office space with a desk, chair, and potted plants.

17. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
University City, 2 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Cruz
The price is HK$1,345
HK$1,565 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
A Holiday Inn Express with a prominent sign, located on a city street with buildings and parked cars.

18. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Midtown Village, 1.3 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,226 reviews)
"Comfortable beds, clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff. Parking was easy and less expensive than other options nearby."
United States
Kathy
The price is HK$1,059
HK$1,233 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG
A laundry room with two stacked washing machines, a shower area, and a hallway leading to a dining area with a plant.

19. One Sky Loft

One Sky Loft
2.0 star property
Market East, 2 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"Excellent choice! The apartment was in perfect condition, impeccably clean, and very cozy. The host was always attentive throughout our stay, friendly, and happy to answer any questions we had. The check-in instructions were very clear and easy to follow, and the location was excellent. We had a wonderful experience and would 100% recommend this place!"
Mexico
Erika
The price is HK$866
HK$1,717 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
One Sky Loft
A modern building with the sign "element by Westin".

20. Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
4.0 star property
Center City West, 1 km from The Franklin Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,710 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Fabian
The price is HK$1,130
HK$1,315 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
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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Compare popular hotels close to The Franklin Institute

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A building with large windows, a stone facade, and a black awning.
YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
78 reviews
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A modern lounge with a glass infinity pool, large windows, and a city view.
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
321 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with a large window, a ceiling fan, and various seating arrangements including a sofa and chairs.
ROOST East Market
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
740 reviews
View
A person on a bicycle in front of a building with a large arched entrance and ornate metalwork.
ROOST Midtown
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
430 reviews
View
A hotel and salon with a dark facade, large windows, and a bench outside.
Lokal Hotel - Old City
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
155 reviews
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Top The Franklin Institute Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent
"Very acomidating"
darryl 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

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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 595 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, The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options close by include Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square and The Windsor Suites.
How many hotels will I find near The Franklin Institute?
Expedia has 595 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?
Academy of Natural Sciences, 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 Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre, Academy of Music and Miller Theater 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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