The 10 Best Hotels Near Smith Memorial Arch, Philadelphia from CA $177

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A modern building with a sign reading "The Study" and large windows.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, glass railings, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a seating area, and a library.

1. The Study at University City

University City, 2.9 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Sanya

CA $322

CA $375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern living room with a large mirror, leather sofas, a coffee table with a plant, and a bookshelf filled with books and plants.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'MAJ' sign on the facade, featuring large windows and a brick exterior.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a colorful abstract painting, a brown leather sofa, a white coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

An outdoor seating area with a round metal table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.

2. The Maj Hotel

3 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Anthony

CA $245

CA $283 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lobby with two elevators, a reception desk, and a glass door leading outside.

A modern apartment with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a washing machine, and a closed door.

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

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a vase of orange flowers.

3. 4211 Suites

2.3 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Lawrence

CA $169

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a dining area, a statue, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a granite countertop, a large flat-screen TV, and a decorative fruit and cheese board.

A buffet setup with various food items, a clock, and decorative items on shelves.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

4. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

University City, 2.8 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Hilda

CA $260

CA $303 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor seating area with artificial grass, tables, chairs, and hanging lights against a cityscape backdrop.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a city view through the window.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a city view.

5. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

University City, 2.7 km from Smith Memorial Arch

irene

CA $237

CA $276 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A buffet table with various cheeses, fruits, and vegetables.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a pool ladder, and chairs around the pool.

A hotel entrance with a curved driveway, a sign for Homewood Suites, and flags.

A lobby with a fireplace, yellow chairs, a round table, and a patterned carpet.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-City Avenue

3.1 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Robyn

CA $185

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A seating area with a cityscape mural, a table with a vase of flowers, and colorful rugs.

An indoor courtyard with benches, a planter with flowers, and a glass ceiling.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a colorful blanket, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel lobby with a cityscape view, colorful ceiling tiles, and a reception desk with a vase of flowers.

7. Philly Inn & Suites

3.1 km from Smith Memorial Arch

ashka

CA $145

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A row of Victorian-style townhouses with bay windows, a front porch, and a brick facade.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a brick wall.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a brick wall, a large window, a TV, and a desk.

A staircase with a black railing leading to a door with a wooden frame.

8. Diamond Suites Philadelphia Center

2.1 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Natalia

CA $65

CA $286 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a sliding door, a small bedside table with a plant, and a wall-mounted shelf.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

9. Patio Paradise Central City 2BR Philly

1.7 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Susana

CA $155

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round mirror, a small table with a vase, and a wooden side table.

10. W Oxford St Gem 2b Apartmnt Central City

1.7 km from Smith Memorial Arch

James

CA $155

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of buildings.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a bar, and a large painting on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a round coffee table, and a decorative chandelier.

11. Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

3.1 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Jennifer

CA $183

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Homewood Suites Hilton."

A spacious indoor area with large windows, multiple seating arrangements, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A hotel corridor with glass doors, potted plants, and a reception desk.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

2.5 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Maria

CA $241

CA $281 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a red carpeted floor.

A grand room with a staircase, wooden paneling, a chandelier, and a floral arrangement on a table.

A Victorian-style house with a curved bay window, green columns, and a porch with string lights.

A traditional room with a fireplace, a dining area in the background, and a round table with a lace tablecloth.

13. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

3.4 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Joesph C

CA $338

CA $390 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

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

14. YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

6.5 km from Smith Memorial Arch

David

CA $240

CA $375 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden beams, and tiled floors. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and several bar stools.

A hotel entrance with an archway labeled "Penn's View Inn" and a sign for "Penn's View Restaurant."

A hotel room with two beds, a brick wall, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a large rug.

15. Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

Old City, 6.3 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Joseph

CA $172

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern indoor space with a checkered floor, large windows, and various potted plants.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, a chandelier, and a bookshelf.

A cozy dining area with wooden furniture, a hanging light fixture, and a fireplace.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a door with an exit sign.

16. Hotel Anna & Bel

Fishtown, 6.9 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Jamie Danielle

CA $535

CA $653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A covered patio with tables and chairs, a glass ceiling, and a brick building in the background.

A formal event with white floral centerpieces on tables, arranged in a spacious hall with chairs.

A brick building with a courtyard, surrounded by trees and shrubs.

A dining area with a table set for four, a fireplace, and a framed portrait above the mantel.

17. Morris House Hotel

Washington Square West, 5.6 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Benjamin

CA $306

CA $353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern interior with large windows, a high ceiling, and multiple dining tables with chairs.

A modern reception area with a large illuminated 'PSF' sign, reception desks, and potted plants.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a large window, and a seating area with a round table.

18. Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Midtown Village, 4.9 km from Smith Memorial Arch

George

CA $308

CA $358 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A dining area with a wooden table, a bowl of fruit, and a decorative brass tray.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a yellow armchair. There is a large window with multiple panes, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a vase, and a painting on the wall.

A hallway with a patterned rug, a wooden bench, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

19. Guild House Hotel

Midtown Village, 5 km from Smith Memorial Arch

Kara

CA $288

CA $333 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel and salon with a dark facade, large windows, and a bench outside.

A spacious living room with large windows, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a wooden accent wall.

A modern kitchen with a blue accent wall, a white countertop, and three black bar stools.

20. Lokal Hotel - Old City

Old City, 5.9 km from Smith Memorial Arch

melissa

CA $359

CA $414 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Compare popular hotels close to Smith Memorial Arch

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Study at University City	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Maj Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 527 reviews	View
4211 Suites	9.0 Wonderful 911 reviews	View
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View

Top Smith Memorial Arch Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was nice, clean and staff was friendly. Great location in Center City."

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean, convenient and comfortable."

The Windsor Suites

10/10 Excellent

"loved it!! best sleep I’ve had in a while ! :)"

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This was possibly the most comforable bed and pillows I've ever slept on. The hotel was quiet despite being in center city and having a small kitchen was a nice bonus (even though I didn't use it). If I need to stay over in Philly again, I will definitely come here."

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent

"Easy, clean, friendly, and a coffee shop on site"

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience, go Sheraton!"

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

10/10 Excellent

"Staff are very kind caring thoughtful"

Storehouse Lofts

10/10 Excellent

"Super convenient area with a aldis walking distance . Free on site parking was awesome for this city . Parking garage is open to the public and very dark so that was a little sketchy . But the room was awesome"

Patio Paradise Central City 2BR Philly

8/10 Good

"This property is very convenient to concerts at TD at the Mann center. The space was comfortable, and quiet, but it would be a plus if coffee was available for the morning . If you are going to visit the zoo or concert venue, I highly recommend the close proximity. 4 stars ⭐️"

Other attractions near Smith Memorial Arch

A large building with arched windows and a green dome, labeled as Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park.

Please Touch Museum

9.0/10 (156 reviews)

A hands-on museum is where children can play, learn and make noise as much as they want.

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A historic waterfront with classical architecture, including a neoclassical building and a bridge.

Fairmount Park

8.4/10 (9 reviews)

Escape the city in Philly’s “backyard,” while you enjoy family activities and tours involving art, wildlife and historical sights.

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A historic building with green and red brickwork, arched windows, and a sign reading "Welcome to America's First Zoo."

Philadelphia Zoo

8.4/10 (974 reviews)

The oldest zoo in the country is an American favorite because of its breeding program for rare species, outstanding permanent habitats and eco-friendly approach.

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A large building with a metal roof, a lion statue, and a fence with white tents in front.

Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts, a theater with a story to tell in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Memorial Hall

You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Memorial Hall. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Sweetbriar

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Sweetbriar. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Strawberry Green Driving Range

You can take time to visit Strawberry Green Driving Range during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the area's art scene or attend a sporting event.

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The Mann

You can get tickets for a performance at The Mann during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the area's art scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smith Memorial Arch?

Smith Memorial Arch is located in a vibrant area of Philadelphia known for its popular art scene and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 27 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Smith Memorial Arch?

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a fitness center and free WiFi. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Smith Memorial Arch. Other good choices within 5 miles include Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square and The Windsor Suites.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Smith Memorial Arch?

Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Smith Memorial Arch.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smith Memorial Arch, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Smith Memorial Arch.

What can I see and do near Smith Memorial Arch?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rodin Museum, or Barnes Foundation. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Strawberry Mansion, Rocky Steps, and Eastern State Penitentiary. You can catch a show at Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre, and The Met Philadelphia.

How can I get to Smith Memorial Arch?

With so many transportation options, seeing the area around Smith Memorial Arch is simple. Take advantage of metro transit at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop, 49th & Girard Ave Stop, and Lancaster Ave & Girard Ave Stop. If you're hopping a train into town, Philadelphia Wynnefield Avenue Station, Philadelphia Overbrook Station, and Philadelphia 49th Street Station are the stations closest to West Philadelphia.

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Our top choices for Smith Memorial Arch hotels

1. The Study at University City

2. The Maj Hotel

3. 4211 Suites

4. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

5. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-City Avenue

7. Philly Inn & Suites

8. Diamond Suites Philadelphia Center

9. Patio Paradise Central City 2BR Philly

10. W Oxford St Gem 2b Apartmnt Central City

11. Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

13. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

14. YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

15. Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

16. Hotel Anna & Bel

17. Morris House Hotel

18. Loews Philadelphia Hotel

19. Guild House Hotel

20. Lokal Hotel - Old City

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Top Smith Memorial Arch Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

The Windsor Suites

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

Storehouse Lofts

Patio Paradise Central City 2BR Philly

Other attractions near Smith Memorial Arch

Please Touch Museum

Fairmount Park

Philadelphia Zoo

Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts

Memorial Hall

Sweetbriar

Strawberry Green Driving Range

The Mann

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