Title: Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=49071455&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building Apartment with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Reading Terminal Market ## Photo gallery for Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building ![Interior - Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building (Philadelphia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49080000/49071500/49071455/1efda328.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building (Philadelphia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49080000/49071500/49071455/b8887382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Stereo, offices - Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building (Philadelphia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49080000/49071500/49071455/88a3853a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Stereo, offices - Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building (Philadelphia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49080000/49071500/49071455/6771cdd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Stereo, offices - Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building (Philadelphia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49080000/49071500/49071455/3d865b47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Center City, this lofted apartment offers awe-inspiring views of Philly from the cozy breakfast nook. Unwind with a cup of locally-roasted coffee and enjoy the stylish decor. The modern kitchen is equipped with state-of-the-art appliances, quartz countertops, and essentials like salt and pepper. With high-speed WiFi, a Sonos smart speaker for entertainment needs. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building Summary: With the skyline at your fingertips, located in Center City, this lofted apartment features awe inspiring views of Philly from the cozy breakfast nook and features coffee roasted just for you by elixir coffee, our local roasters. Located minutes away from the Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market. Walk to Independence Park, The Constitution Center, Museum of the American Revolution, Art Museum, Rail Park, Barnes Foundation and only steps from City Hall. The Space: SLEEPING - ZzzZ • 1 Bedroom • Sleeps 3 adults comfortably and spaciously. • 1 Queen sized bed 1 Twin sized bed, perfect, cozy, and restful. BATH • Full bathroom with dual flush toilet for water conservation, concrete tiled shower and quartz shelf storage for all personal items. • 3 in 1 shower gel from local soap makers Duross and Langel. Ensuring cruelty free products. • Full vanity with ample space for your personal items, • Hairdryer included EATING • Modern kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, and quartz countertops. Kitchens are fully equipped and include dishware, flatware, glassware, pots, pans, and ovenware. • Equipped with Salt, Pepper, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, essential Spices. • Appliances include 4-top electric stove and oven, microwave, refrigerator with freezer, pour-over coffee carafe, coffee specifically roasted for us by Elixr Coffee Roasters, and variety of teas. • Mixers and bitters a provided for your cocktail needs. • Almond milk and coconut creamer included NOTABLE EXTRAS • Stylish Hand Selected Decor • Hi Speed Wifi • Sonos smart speaker • ERV Fresh Air recirculating system • Secure Luggage Drop • Full Kitchen with all your cooking needs • Clothing Steamer • Large Closet with plenty of hangers • Breathtaking views of the Philadelphia Skyline • Walk to 100's of shops & restaurants • Dozens of museums within walking distance Guest Access: Self Check in with keypad 24/hrs a day with keypad and smart lock. Guests have access to our secure luggage drop area for the morning leading up to their stay and upon check out until midnight The Neighborhood: The apartment is located in the Kestrel Hotel in The Loft District. Its the most centrally located neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. Only steps away from the Philadelphia Convention Center (3-5 minute walk) City Hall and Center City. In the immediate neighborhood our favorite hangouts are, Cafe Lift, Prohibition Taproom, Reading Viaduct/RailPark, Underground Arts, Trestle Inn and Elixir Coffee. Biking in the Loft District is easy, flat and bike lanes are plentiful. South on 13th St. will bring you through the intersection at Sansom St. This intersection boast a collection of some of Philadelphia's most acclaimed restaurants bars. Head westbound on Walnut St. and you'll quickly find yourself among world class shopping and the famed Rittenhouse Square. Chinatown offers a unique collection of the best Chinese and Vietnamese restaurants with an outstanding vibe. Take Vine St. to Logan Circle where you'll see the Art Museum (aka. Rocky Steps) in the distance. Head west on Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the Art Museum where you'll find the Rock Statue. Behind the museum, and snaking along the Schuylkill River is the Schuylkill River Trail. Walk, Run or Cycle for miles and see iconic scenes like boathouse row. Bikes can easily be rented at one of the many Indego bike share stations. Looking for a cultural experience similar to that of Brooklyn, NY? Take the "EL"( aka. the blue line) to Fishtown for a dense collection of events, beer gardens, critically acclaimed restaurants and craft coffeehouses. Every corner of the city offers a unique experience that will satisfy all guests. Getting Around: Walking is the easiest way to get around. Since the neighborhood is centered in the city, everything is accessible via foot, like the Convention Center which is a 3-5 minute walk! The studio is a 2 minute walk to the Broad Street Subway as well as the Market/Frankford Line, so accessing public transportation (aka. SEPTA) is effortless. Biking in the Loft District is easy, flat and bike lanes are plentiful, rent a bike from the Indego bike share kiosk located at 13th and Callowhill St. approximately 1/2 a block away from the building. Other Things to Note: The apartment is part of the Kestrel Hotel. A recently built marvel of eco friendly, energy efficient construction using ICF (insulated concrete form) building systems. PARKING • We offer paid private indoor parking at the building. Its booked on a first come/first serve basis. Public Transportation The SEPTA system is Philadelphia’s public transportation system. It reaches throughout the city and is easily accessed on the next block over at Broad St. and Vine St. Interaction with Guests: You have 24/7 access to assistance. You will have contact details for not only your host, but the co-host as well. For after hours emergencies, you'll be given contact details for reaching our assistance team. All of the information needed for a seamless check-in, finding your apartment, getting around the city, recommendations for restaurants and nightlife, museums and events, as well as information about essentials like, gas stations, grocery stores, pharmacies and hospitals. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Stereo ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station - Unit size: 500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49080000/49071500/49071435/72d4689c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Billy Penn Studio Kestrel Building Center City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly CA $121 CA $278 total includes taxes & fees Feb 1 - Feb 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=49071435&PinnedHotelID=49071435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91930000/91922200/91922119/w518h683x248y0-8502db43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 3BD 2BA Jacuzzi near Convention Center Center City - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=91922119&PinnedHotelID=91922119&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49080000/49071500/49071494/7685c76b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Reading Viaduct Loft, Kestrel Building Center City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly CA $125 CA $284 total includes taxes & fees Feb 1 - Feb 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=49071494&PinnedHotelID=49071494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Stereo, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49080000/49071500/49071490/808d2d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hive Room in the Kestrel building. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 932581 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Center City 2 Story Loft 2 Blocks to Convention Center Broad st Center City 2 story Loft 2 blocks to Convention Center Broad st. 5de1352e7e1dc5002167b7a5 ## About the area Center City, a neighborhood in Philadelphia, is home to this apartment. Rittenhouse Square and Marketplace at Garden State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Adventure Aquarium and The Franklin Institute. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Citizens Bank Park or Lincoln Financial Field. [Visit our Philadelphia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Philadelphia.dx178297) [View more Apartments in Philadelphia](https://www.expedia.ca/Philadelphia-Apartments.d178297-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.95855%2C-75.15939&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PcZxYCQLmitS75XCYo_KwtTf5Yo=) Philadelphia, PA ### What's nearby - ![Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502278/0e6bf7fb-afe9-40c2-896b-7c5aa671957a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pennsylvania Convention Center 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![Reading Terminal Market featuring interior views, signage and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502301/7d42fea3-b474-4847-9db3-8bbc21c96495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Reading Terminal Market 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![City Hall featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502275/7ce66f81-ee83-4b03-991c-429577418ff4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) City Hall 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - ![Benjamin Franklin Parkway featuring heritage architecture, a fountain and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153833320/0864c637-ddd7-41d4-8934-ff16d2a2a4b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Benjamin Franklin Parkway 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - ![Spring in rittenhouse square in philadelphia pennsylvania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507234/5b82b32b-27ab-4934-b17e-26fec97a5dc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rittenhouse Square 17 min walk \- 1.5 km ### Getting around - Philadelphia Temple University Station 4 min drive - Race Vine Station 4 min walk - Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Fat Moon Restaurant & Bar 6 min walk - A La Mousse 7 min walk - Nom Wah Philadelphia 4 min walk - Elixr Coffee Roasters 2 min walk - Pho 20 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building? ### What time is check-in at Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building? ### What time is check-out at Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building? ### Where is Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn C. May 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Dawn C. 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