Palomar Philadelphia - A Kimpton Hotel

Philadelphia, USA

City View King Room
Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, East Coast
Queen Queen Deluxe Room
City View Queen Room
Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, East Coast
City View King Room
Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, East Coast
Queen Queen Deluxe Room
City View Queen Room
Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, East Coast

The hotel

If you're hoping to rediscover the elegance and character of America then look no further than the Palomar Philadelphia - A Kimpton Hotel which is all about the blend of old and new with stunning Art Deco designs to make you go all wobbly at the knees. As most of the gorgeously decorated guest rooms feature quality city views you'll find plenty of time to soak up the authentic ambience of the old school neighbourhood with numerous designer comforts and in-room spa programmes to help you keep up with the VIP in Philly vibe. From round the clock fitness facilities and in-room services to the awesome menu at Square 1682 restaurant, this is your chance to savour the city sights in your own time and with 24 hour valet parking and on-site garage you're always guaranteed a genuine east coast welcome.

Amenities

  • Room Service
  • Valet parking
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

In the heart of central Philadelphia within the trendy Rittenhouse Square neighbourhood. Transfer time from Philadelphia International Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

230 rooms and suites all with air-conditioning, 27" LCD HDTV, WiFi access*, safe, mini-bar, telephone, iron and ironing board, hairdryer and bathrobes. Queen Deluxe Rooms are 260 sq ft and have 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

King Deluxe Rooms are 300 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Queen Queen Deluxe Rooms are 330 sq ft and have 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

City View Queen Rooms offer spectacular city skyline views and have 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

City View King Rooms offer spectacular city skyline views and have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

City View Queen Queen Rooms offer spectacular city skyline views have 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Square 1682 (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Complimentary evening hosted wine hour. Complimentary morning tea and coffee. 24-hour fitness centre. In-room spa and wellness programme*. 24-hour room service*. Concierge. Laundry/dry-cleaning facilities*. Valet parking $50 plus tax, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

*Denotes local charge.

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Jul 14, 2020 eatcheapwithmei New York City, New York

For my first time staying at a Kimpton hotel, I was underwhelmed. I attribute it to the hype and brand of elevation that I had in my mind prior to arriving. I think due to COVID, the pricing structure of this hotel was reduced. One night stay was $171 (before taxes) or 27,500 points. I used my points. We confirmed at check-in about the… Read more
For my first time staying at a Kimpton hotel, I was underwhelmed. I attribute it to the hype and brand of elevation that I had in my mind prior to arriving. I think due to COVID, the pricing structure of this hotel was reduced. One night stay was $171 (before taxes) or 27,500 points. I used my points. We confirmed at check-in about the cleanliness of the room. As a precaution, we also wiped down all the surfaces and sprayed disinfectant. During our own cleaning session, we were happy to see that we were not picking up any residual dirt. I stayed for one night. The beds were comfortable. I really liked the dimmer switch in the bathroom. Specific room item amenities include iron, ironing board, umbrella, hair blow-dryer, and yoga mat. As a point of reference, my usual stays with the IHG hotels are with the Holiday Inn Express. Noticeable things missing from the room were the microwave, refrigerator, and alas, the coffee maker! I was there for only one night, but I brought my own cooler (a cheap light Styrofoam one from 7-Eleven) and an electric kettle to make instant coffee in the morning. I believe you can ask for coffee, because they offered it to me downstairs when I was checking out. However, person-to-person interaction first thing in the morning isn't my favorite thing to do. I was happier to stay in my room with the instant coffee. Don't forget the mug (or travel tumbler), creamer, sugar, stirrer! What's really convenient is that there is a Rite Aid just "down the street"! Our room was on the 8th floor, the only ice machine is located on the 4th floor. We went to Rite Aid, got a bag of ice, along with water and other things we may need. One nuisance, not just this hotel, but many hotels, limit your access to their TVs. My room had a Samsung TV, with an HDMI port available, however, the remote provided does not allow you to change the source/input. Be aware that some hotel amenities weren't available due to COVID - gym, food & drink. Oh well, but understandable. I was happy that I was able to have a place to rest my head for a night. Oh and, terrible water pressure for the shower. To generalize the stay, I would say adequate. It helps to be prepared knowing what you're getting and not getting. For example, no fridge, means leftover food could pose a problem. No coffeemaker, so what to do first in the morning if you're a coffee drinker? Read less
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Apr 21, 2020 miamartin8 Newton, Massachusetts

We really enjoyed our stay at the Kimpton for my brother's wedding. The hotel is beautiful, in a great location, and the staff is friendly and accommodating. We will definitely stay again next time we are in Philly!
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Mar 9, 2020 jaimemurrayjones Naperville, Illinois

First let me say that I love Kimptons and am usually very happy. I will also say that the front desk person when I checked in was fantastic and accommodated my request to be moved to another room when I first arrived and was given a room in which I could practically touch all four walls from the bed. You could not move between the bed and… Read more
First let me say that I love Kimptons and am usually very happy. I will also say that the front desk person when I checked in was fantastic and accommodated my request to be moved to another room when I first arrived and was given a room in which I could practically touch all four walls from the bed. You could not move between the bed and dresser without turning sideways. The second room is slightly larger but no better. What I love about kimptons is the character, upscale finishes and comfortable beds. This property has none of those. The pillows are so lumpy I can’t even use them - I don’t even want to think about how old they are. The carpet is covered in lint. The furniture looks like it came from a holiday inn express and is scratched. The bathroom is extremely dated. I wish I had selected the other Kimpton in town or a different property. Won’t be back. Read less
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Mar 9, 2020 bermanf

Danielle at the front desk was very accommodating. She made us feel like stars. We ( My wife and 3 year old son) were only staying for a night and although travelling with a toddler can be tough the staff made it as smooth as possible.
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Mar 8, 2020 TravelingLadies2020

I had the pleasure of staying at the Kimpton Palomar in Philly for two nights with family and friends. The hotel itself is beautifully appointed with a cosy fireplace in the lobby area to gather as a meeting place. Happy hour with wine was a treat, along with the popcorn. There was also coffee available in the morning, or you could ask for a… Read more
I had the pleasure of staying at the Kimpton Palomar in Philly for two nights with family and friends. The hotel itself is beautifully appointed with a cosy fireplace in the lobby area to gather as a meeting place. Happy hour with wine was a treat, along with the popcorn. There was also coffee available in the morning, or you could ask for a personal sized Keurig for your room. Special shoutout to Rian, who greeted us with a welcoming smile upon checking in. She answered all of our questions patiently and kindly. Kiki at the front desk was also very helpful. Both of them left us treats in our rooms, from spiced nuts, macaroons, to some bottles of Pellegrino, along with personal notes. What a nice gesture. The beds were comfortable and the pillows, plentiful. If you forget to bring your toiletries, all it took was a quick phone call and they’d deliver it. The gym was well lit and ventilated, and had a nice bowl of fruits. The Palomar is also in a terrific location. We were able to walk to our many destinations quite easily, the Philadelphia Art Museum, The Flower Show at the Convention Center, Chinatown, and the Rocky Statue. Everyone we encountered during our stay was professional, courteous, and welcoming. Reuvon, Waddyyan, Ashley, Rian, and Kiki are all to be commended for the top notch service they provided. We would not hesitate to return. Betty Read less