Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States of America – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 351 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Excellent location, great decor and plenty of parks nearby to walk my service dog. So many attractions were working distance and the staff were great! They helped us find a nearby parking spot for our truck
United States of Americaperfect location across from all the historic attractions we came to see.
United States of AmericaEverything was lovely, the food and drinks at the restaurant, the room service for a delicious breakfast in the morning and the view of the lovely green space from the window. The pool in the basement was a nice treat- the fitness room is open 24 he's but I didn't realize that it was in the basement as well so I did not see it. There was some construction across the street but nothing louder than traditional city noise.
United States of AmericaYou couldn’t ask for a better location to stay while visiting Philly. Right down the street from some of our nations most important monuments (Independence Hall, Liberty Bell) and Philly’s best restaurants and bars. The hotel staff and valet were also incredibly friendly and hard working. The front desk upon arrival and checkout were so sweet and friendly, it seemed like they genuinely loved their jobs. We also travelled with two dogs and they made us feel welcome with our pets.
United States of AmericaLocation, nice room, well appointed, good restaurant, friendly staff
United States of AmericaThe staff were very friendly & available for needs which were very few! Close to pretty much everything in Philly! I was pleased with the location! The rooms are big!
United States of AmericaPerfect location. ALL staff were super friendly ( to Braves fans) during playoffs! Restaurant wait staff top drawer; cooks too. This place places a premium on customer service. Great stay!!
United States of AmericaThe doorman Nick was extraordinarily helpful. He told me about a parking garage only two blocks away that would accommodate my overly tall vehicle, for a 1/4 of the price of the open lot we had been referred to by a neighboring hotel. He escorted my husband upstairs while I went to park and unpacked our things and set up the dog's crate. The dinner and breakfast we ordered were better than expected, with the exception of a very boring Caesar salad that came up without dressing. The room was, well, roomy- and open. The layout was appealing and the view decent. Location was great for us, as we have family living in south Philly and it was a quiet, restful night.
United States of AmericaLocation in Historic area made sight-seeing with children awesome. Booking.com did not send confirmation to the hotel prior to our arrival. Front desk personal helped us contact Booking.com and the issue was resolved
United States of AmericaLocation is super convenient and the staff was very helpful and kind!
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Located in the center of the historical district, one block away from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, this hotel offers an indoor pool and fitness center. All guest rooms include a flat-screen cable TV and an private bathroom with free toiletries. The on-site restaurant, Franklin Social Lounge, is an upmarket French Brasserie that serves breakfast lunch and dinner and features a cafe counter offering quality coffees, fresh juices, buttery pastries and snack delights. Guests can also enjoy Franklin Social American Kitchen & Bar, the on-site spirits and cocktail bar. Overlooking Independence National Historic Park and surrounded by Philadelphia’s Society Hill, the Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel is within walking distance the Benjamin Franklin House. It is also located just 10 minutes away from the Philadelphia International Airport.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 2, 2010Hotel chain/brand: Renaissance Hotels & Resorts , Marriott Hotels & Resorts

See what guests loved the most:
MirjaUnited States of America
“Excellent location, great decor and plenty of parks nearby to walk my service dog. So many attractions were working distance and the staff were great! They helped us find a nearby parking spot for our truck”- Gayle
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“perfect location across from all the historic attractions we came to see.”
LaecatUnited States of America
“Everything was lovely, the food and drinks at the restaurant, the room service for a delicious breakfast in the morning and the view of the lovely green space from the window. The pool in the basement was a nice treat- the fitness room is open 24...”- Liz
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“You couldn’t ask for a better location to stay while visiting Philly. Right down the street from some of our nations most important monuments (Independence Hall, Liberty Bell) and Philly’s best restaurants and bars. The hotel staff and valet were...” - Dunn
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“Location, nice room, well appointed, good restaurant, friendly staff” - Ghost95
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“The staff were very friendly & available for needs which were very few! Close to pretty much everything in Philly! I was pleased with the location! The rooms are big!”
HaroldUnited States of America
“Perfect location. ALL staff were super friendly ( to Braves fans) during playoffs! Restaurant wait staff top drawer; cooks too. This place places a premium on customer service. Great stay!!”- John
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“The doorman Nick was extraordinarily helpful. He told me about a parking garage only two blocks away that would accommodate my overly tall vehicle, for a 1/4 of the price of the open lot we had been referred to by a neighboring hotel. He...”
MichaelUnited States of America
“Location in Historic area made sight-seeing with children awesome. Booking.com did not send confirmation to the hotel prior to our arrival. Front desk personal helped us contact Booking.com and the issue was resolved”
KimberlyUnited States of America
“Location is super convenient and the staff was very helpful and kind!”
- If Parking is really $50 an hour, ill sleep in my car!Hello, No Parking is $50 per evening with unlimited in and out privileges.Answered on 18 December 2020
- Can you please tell me what are the packages that include the Peking. I would love to come for 2 nights in MarchGood day, currently our Visit Philly package offers parking included with the reservation. Thank you for reaching out to us.Answered on 26 February 2021
- Mini fridge?Good day, all of our rooms have a mini fridge.Answered on 11 March 2021
- Is there a deposit or extra fee per day?There is an additional hold of $50 per night for incidentals. When you check out if you have not used any incidentals that money is refunded back to ..Answered on 18 March 2021
- How is the viewOur hotel guest rooms have some fantastic views of historic sites.Answered on 20 March 2020
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- Franklin Social American Kitchen & Bar
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Franklin Social Lounge
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Coffee machine
- Mini golfAdditional charge
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- BowlingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Safe
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Car rental
- Laptop safe
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Fitness
- Fitness center
- Arabic
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Chinese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Fitness center is closed from Fri, Aug 21, 2020 until Mon, Aug 31, 2020
License number: 199884
FAQs about Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
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Check-in at Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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The prices at Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel has 2 restaurants:
- Franklin Social Lounge
- Franklin Social American Kitchen & Bar
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Guests staying at Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- American
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Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel is 0.9 miles from the center of Philadelphia.
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Room options at Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin/Double
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Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Bowling
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Mini golf
- Fitness