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A river with a stone embankment and trees, a stone building with windows and a chimney, and a bridge in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, and a desk with a computer and lamp.

A garden with tall blue flowers, red foliage, and a glass structure in the background.

A brick building with a red door, a wreath, and a small tree in front.

1. Private Suite w/sitting room in the heart of Brandywine Valley

Wilmington

Cloudi

CA $205

CA $306 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and plants.

A dining table with a vase of purple flowers, checkered placemats, and chairs.

A bedroom with a stone fireplace, a bed with white bedding, a red patterned rug, and exposed wooden beams.

A wooden deck leading to a house surrounded by dense trees.

2. Cozy Spring House in Gorgeous Chadds Ford!

Chadds Ford

ken s.

CA $283

CA $498 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A room with a yellow table, two wooden chairs, a green hanging lamp, and a view of trees through a window.

A bedroom with a bed, a wall mural, a hanging light, a small orange storage unit, and a potted plant.

A room with a round glass table, two black chairs, a wooden bench, a green rug with circular cutouts, and a hanging pendant light.

A room with a large window, a round table, two chairs, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

3. YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

South Philadelphia

David

CA $241

CA $377 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, large arched windows, and a classic wooden reception desk.

A bar area with a marble countertop, multiple shelves of liquor bottles, and two chandeliers.

A spacious dining area with ornate chandeliers, wooden paneling, and large windows providing natural light.

A grand, marble staircase with ornate iron railings and a central handrail, leading to a door with a chandelier above.

4. Hotel Du Pont

Downtown Wilmington

alison

CA $617

CA $678 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel entrance with a wooden door, a stone facade, and a water feature.

A restaurant with wooden floors, red upholstered booths, and tables set with white tablecloths.

A street with a row of red flowers, a stone building with a sign, and outdoor seating.

5. Chestnut Hill Hotel

Northwest Philadelphia

JAMES

CA $347

CA $401 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious living area with a kitchen, bar stools, a sofa, and a television.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a small island with stools.

A lobby with a reception desk, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a seating area.

6. Sosuite | 1BR Apt w W/D, Gym, On-Site Restaurant

North Philadelphia

Nancy C.

CA $146

CA $269 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A single bed with a white mattress and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a door in a room with wooden flooring and a gray wall.

7. Sosuite | 1BR Apt w W/D, Gym, On-Site Restaurant

North Philadelphia

Christine H.

CA $146

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern interior with a kitchen, dining area, staircase, and living room.

A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a large window.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with bar stools.

A bedroom with a curved ceiling, a bed, a large stained glass window, and a modern chandelier.

8. The Deacon - A Place to Gather

South Philadelphia

Jeff S.

CA $2,486

CA $4,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Top Chester Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and staff was very helpful"

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great location near attractions and subway line!"

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

8/10 Good

"Everyone was very friendly especially the person who checked us in. I liked being offered cookies when we checked in, but wish they had been nut free. Everything was very clean and well taken care of."

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

8/10 Good

"Staff was aloof and non helpful. Room was passable but the ac smelled like mold. The only redeemable item was its great location. A decent hotel gone to seed!"

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent

"I loved everything about it except the temperature of the lobby/bar. We were so cold eating lunch that we almost didn't enjoy the food. I don't know why hotels waste electricity putting their guests in a meat freezer."

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! We stayed in one of the towers. Our room was clean and spacious and bedding was very comfortable! I would stay again."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Suites are large and confortable esoecialky handicap rooms"

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

8/10 Good

"Room service should not be delivered in to go containers and paper cups with plastic utensils at a hotel of this level."

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Chester?

A visit to the historical sites in Chester is probably first on your sightseeing itinerary. Why not absorb the local color with a visit to the restaurants?

How many historical hotels are there in Chester?

In Chester, you'll find 10 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

What are the must-see historical places and other sights to visit in Chester?

Chester is notable for landmarks like Chester City Hall. The university setting is a highlight and Widener University is worth a campus tour. In the area, you'll also find Xfinity Mobile Arena and Lincoln Financial Field.

What is a historic hotel like in Chester?

When you book a historic hotel, you'll enjoy a vacation someplace that has an officially recognized historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Chester, bringing the history to life.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels are generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Do historic hotels in Chester have modern facilities?

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Chester, you won't be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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