The 10 Best Hotels Near The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia from CA $168

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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 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.

A modern kitchen with a wooden table and black chairs, a blue door, and a small plant on the shelf.

1. YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

2.9 km from The Franklin Institute

David

CA $213

CA $345 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear view of a tall tower in the background.

A formal dining area with tables set for six, large windows with a cityscape view, and white floral arrangements on either side.

A rooftop lounge with modern furniture, large potted plants, and a cityscape view.

A person lying on a bed in a hotel room with a large window offering a city view.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Center City West, 0.6 km from The Franklin Institute

sebastian

CA $1,564

CA $1,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a patterned rug.

A brick building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and string lights.

A narrow street with a row of buildings, each with a small front garden and a black metal railing.

A courtyard with a brick building, a wooden fence, and a bench.

3. The DWIGHT D Hotel

Rittenhouse Square, 1.2 km from The Franklin Institute

Johanna

CA $640

CA $739 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A view of a bridge and a river with buildings in the background.

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

4. Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

Old City, 2.8 km from The Franklin Institute

Brittany

CA $145

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A spacious indoor area with a large window, a ceiling fan, and various seating arrangements including a sofa and chairs.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern lobby with a seating area, large windows, a brick wall, and a green wall.

A rooftop swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a historic building with arched windows and a brick facade.

5. ROOST East Market

Midtown Village, 1.4 km from The Franklin Institute

Ellen

CA $280

CA $324 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A room with a blue upholstered sofa, a wooden chair, a small table with a teapot and cups, and a bookshelf with decorative items.

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.

6. Guild House Hotel

Midtown Village, 1.4 km from The Franklin Institute

Mollie

CA $326

CA $377 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

A brick building with a black double door, two white columns, and an American flag.

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.

7. Morris House Hotel

Washington Square West, 2 km from The Franklin Institute

rob

CA $267

CA $308 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

8. Lokal Hotel - Old City

Old City, 2.5 km from The Franklin Institute

Summer

CA $493

CA $569 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

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

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

9. The Study at University City

University City, 1.5 km from The Franklin Institute

Noela

CA $317

CA $369 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view.

A modern hotel lobby with a central staircase, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A historic building with large windows and a classic architectural style, featuring a sign for a restaurant and a barber shop.

10. Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Old City, 2.6 km from The Franklin Institute

Eileen

CA $210

CA $249 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a wall-mounted dumbbell rack.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view through a glass door.

11. The Maj Hotel

0.7 km from The Franklin Institute

Anthony

CA $219

CA $253 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa set, a round table, and a large window.

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 dining area with a long table set for six, flanked by wine coolers.

12. Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Midtown Village, 1.3 km from The Franklin Institute

Ryan

CA $311

CA $362 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A balcony with wicker chairs and a small round table, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

A gym with exercise equipment, a seated man wiping sweat, and a woman lying on an exercise ball.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of city buildings through the window.

A couple dining at a restaurant with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, coffee, and orange juice.

13. Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia

Rittenhouse Square, 1.1 km from The Franklin Institute

Xaviera Yolanda

CA $290

CA $338 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A cityscape through a window with a plant in the foreground.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round table with two chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A building with a sign reading "Kestrel" and a fire hydrant labeled "FDC" on the sidewalk.

A compact kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window providing natural light.

14. Kestrel Hotel

1.2 km from The Franklin Institute

Jacob

CA $146

CA $298 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'La Réserve Bed & Breakfast' and a flower box with red and white flowers.

A hallway with a red carpet, a wooden bench, a vase of flowers, and a mirror on the wall.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a sofa and a table.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a fireplace, and a view of the outside.

15. La Reserve on Pine

Rittenhouse Square, 1.3 km from The Franklin Institute

Nancy

CA $178

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a bartender, and several bar stools.

A café with a wooden counter, a chalkboard menu, and a variety of food items.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern building with the sign "element by Westin".

16. Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Center City West, 1 km from The Franklin Institute

masayuki

CA $240

CA $280 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings and a person sitting by a window.

A table set for a tea service with a tiered tray, teapot, cups, saucers, and a vase with flowers.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a blue floor, surrounded by seating areas and potted plants.

A modern spa and club interior with a reception desk, shelves of products, and a wooden floor.

17. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

Rittenhouse Square, 0.9 km from The Franklin Institute

Kin Kwan

CA $660

CA $826 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hallway with a bench, framed artwork, and a view into another room.

A hotel lobby with green upholstered chairs, a round table, a colorful geometric artwork, a flat-screen TV, and an elevator.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, ceiling lights, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two green armchairs, a patterned rug, and a wall-mounted TV.

18. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

Midtown Village, 1.3 km from The Franklin Institute

Deborah

CA $205

CA $238 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of city buildings.

A modern restaurant with a mix of booth and table seating, a bar area, and a view of the cityscape.

A spacious reading area with leather seating, tables, and bookshelves, featuring large windows and a view of city buildings.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

19. Fitler Club

Center City West, 0.7 km from The Franklin Institute

Brian

CA $356

CA $411 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, wooden arches, and a modern chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and a bar area.

A bar setting with a person holding a drink, a lamp, and a bar counter.

A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with a bottle of champagne, and a view of the cityscape.

20. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Center City West, 0.9 km from The Franklin Institute

Michael

CA $256

CA $344 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to The Franklin Institute

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)	9.8 Exceptional 77 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center	9.8 Exceptional 319 reviews	View
The DWIGHT D Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 402 reviews	View
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia	9.4 Exceptional 1,381 reviews	View
ROOST East Market	9.6 Exceptional 731 reviews	View

Top The Franklin Institute Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great breakfast. Helpful Staff. Walkable location to Historic Areas."

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

10/10 Excellent

"Clean great location staff helpful parking across the street worked well"

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff"

The Windsor Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was absolutely amazing. I have to thank Holland for getting us checked in quickly, and helping throughout our stay She was a rockstar. The gym is up-to-date and very clean. The pool is absolutely beautiful up on the rooftop with an infinity pool, but make sure you use it in the morning not the afternoon because the taller buildings block out the sun in the afternoon. The pool is heated and can be used year-round. The restaurants attached to the hotel were great and so was the location. I would say the only thing I did not like about the hotel was the carpet in the rooms definitely outdated and dirty. I will definitely stay here again. Next time I’m in town for business."

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location and a staff that was dedicated to making sure all my questions were answered. They had a very nice breakfast buffet and even a happy hour some afternoons. I would definitely stay there again and recommend it."

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean. Staff was polite and helpful."

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent

"Very impressed by this hotel and wish I had been able to stay longer. The room was clean and tidy - very efficiently laid out. I had a good city view, comfy bed, large tv, and mini fridge. Parking situation isn’t great - they sent me two messages telling me they had a discounted rate at the garage across the street. One said it was $50 and the other said it was $55. There was no discount - the garage attendant specifically said there was no discount. And it was $55. Please don’t lie to your guests. Just say parking is across the street."

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

8/10 Good

"Room was small but efficient"

DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel."

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A wooden staircase with a metal railing and a circular window at the bottom.

Ben Franklin National Memorial

9.0/10 (495 reviews)

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A display of various preserved animal specimens and shells in glass jars.

Academy of Natural Sciences

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Dig up dinosaur bones, admire gemstones, discover botany and see butterflies at the oldest natural sciences museum in the Western Hemisphere.

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A courtyard with trees, a garden, and a library with bookshelves.

Barnes Foundation

You can browse the exhibits at Barnes Foundation, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Julian Abele Marker

You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Julian Abele Marker. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

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Goldie Paley Gallery at Moore College

You can browse the exhibits at Goldie Paley Gallery at Moore College, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Swann Memorial Fountain

After visiting Swann Memorial Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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Calder Gardens

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Calder Gardens during your trip to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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Benjamin Franklin's Grave

Step back in time and learn more about local history with a stop at Benjamin Franklin's Grave in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Franklin Institute?

The Franklin Institute is located in a vibrant area of Philadelphia known for its popular art scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 595 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to The Franklin Institute?

Adjacent to The Franklin Institute, The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options close by include Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square and The Windsor Suites.

How many hotels should I expect to find near The Franklin Institute?

Expedia has 595 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Franklin Institute.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Franklin Institute, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near The Franklin Institute.

What can I see and do near The Franklin Institute?

Academy of Natural Sciences, Barnes Foundation, and Rodin Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Rocky Steps, and City Hall are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around The Franklin Institute. You can watch performances at Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre, Academy of Music, and Miller Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to The Franklin Institute?

You can take advantage of metro transit at 11th St Station, 8th St Station, and 13th St. Station. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for The Franklin Institute hotels

1. YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

2. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

3. The DWIGHT D Hotel

4. Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

5. ROOST East Market

6. Guild House Hotel

7. Morris House Hotel

8. Lokal Hotel - Old City

9. The Study at University City

10. Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

11. The Maj Hotel

12. Loews Philadelphia Hotel

13. Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia

14. Kestrel Hotel

15. La Reserve on Pine

16. Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

17. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

18. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

19. Fitler Club

20. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

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Top The Franklin Institute Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

The Windsor Suites

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

Other attractions near The Franklin Institute

Ben Franklin National Memorial

Academy of Natural Sciences

Barnes Foundation

Julian Abele Marker

Goldie Paley Gallery at Moore College

Swann Memorial Fountain

Calder Gardens

Benjamin Franklin's Grave

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