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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 wooden furniture, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a red carpet.

1. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

2.1 km from The Palestra

Joesph C

AED 882

AED 1,018 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

A high-rise restaurant with panoramic city views, modern furnishings, and elegant lighting.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Center City West, 1.5 km from The Palestra

sebastian

AED 4,408

AED 5,129 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A hallway with a chandelier, arched windows, and a fireplace.

3. The DWIGHT D Hotel

Rittenhouse Square, 1.8 km from The Palestra

Johanna

AED 1,561

AED 1,803 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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

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

4. La Reserve on Pine

Rittenhouse Square, 1.5 km from The Palestra

David

AED 383

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, four wooden bar stools, and pendant lighting.

5. ROOST East Market

Midtown Village, 2.5 km from The Palestra

Patricia

AED 771

AED 891 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A person on a bicycle in front of a building with a large arched entrance and ornate metalwork.

A rooftop terrace with wooden tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a laptop.

A spacious living area with a modern sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a large mirror.

A modern room with a dark blue armchair, a floor lamp, and a window with a view of buildings and a planter with plants.

6. ROOST Midtown

Center City West, 2 km from The Palestra

Andrew

AED 793

AED 916 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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.

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

7. The Study at University City

University City, 0.4 km from The Palestra

Patricia

AED 887

AED 1,032 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 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.

8. Morris House Hotel

Washington Square West, 3 km from The Palestra

Benjamin

AED 632

AED 729 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, a small table, two chairs, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

9. Kestrel Hotel

2.6 km from The Palestra

Nadine

AED 377

AED 770 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

10. The Maj Hotel

1.8 km from The Palestra

Anthony

AED 632

AED 730 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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.

11. Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Midtown Village, 2.4 km from The Palestra

Robert

AED 804

AED 936 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A long indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, lounge chairs, and a modern interior design.

12. Fitler Club

Center City West, 0.9 km from The Palestra

Scott

AED 766

AED 885 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A dark-themed library with a fireplace, bookshelves, and leather chairs.

13. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

Rittenhouse Square, 1.3 km from The Palestra

Fred A

AED 1,729

AED 2,162 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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

14. Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Center City West, 2 km from The Palestra

Diana

AED 621

AED 722 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

15. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

University City, 0.7 km from The Palestra

Hilda

AED 678

AED 789 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A modern coffee shop with seating, a coffee station, and a kitchen area.

16. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

Midtown Village, 2.2 km from The Palestra

Deborah

AED 496

AED 577 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with a fire feature, and a view of the sunset.

A modern indoor swimming pool with large windows, lounge chairs, and a poolside area.

A modern conference room with a long table set for a meeting, large windows offering a city view, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A modern lobby with a curved reception desk, a sectional sofa, and a minimalist decor style.

17. AKA University City

University City, 0.4 km from The Palestra

Emily

AED 813

AED 1,053 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

18. Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia

Rittenhouse Square, 1.7 km from The Palestra

brian

AED 761

AED 886 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large wooden bookshelf.

19. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Center City West, 1.6 km from The Palestra

Michael

AED 625

AED 847 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious rooftop dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and string lights.

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a small table, a sofa, a suitcase, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern lounge area with a curved orange sofa, wooden tables, and a circular light fixture.

20. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Center City West, 1.4 km from The Palestra

LaTasha

AED 368

AED 429 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to The Palestra

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Gables B&B Philadelphia	9.8 Exceptional 489 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center	9.8 Exceptional 318 reviews	View
The DWIGHT D Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 400 reviews	View
La Reserve on Pine	9.4 Exceptional 576 reviews	View
ROOST East Market	9.6 Exceptional 726 reviews	View

Top The Palestra Hotel Reviews

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was attentive, the room was spotless and quiet and the restaurant/bar wonderful."

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the location of this hotel, the speed of the elevators, and the fantastic size of the room. It had everything we needed and we will definitely stay here again."

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Palestra?

The Palestra is located in Philadelphia. This welcoming area is known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 203 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to The Palestra?

Adjacent to The Palestra, The Study at University City is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. Other good choices close by include Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square and Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square.

How many hotels should I expect to find near The Palestra?

Expedia has 203 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Palestra.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near The Palestra.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Palestra?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near The Palestra, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near The Palestra?

Penn Museum, The Mütter Museum, and The Franklin Institute feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Franklin Field, Rocky Steps, and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre, Academy of Music, and Miller Theater.

How can I get to The Palestra?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around The Palestra is simple. You can access metro transit at Penn Medicine Station, 33rd St Station, and 37th St Station. If you'd like to explore more of the area, jump aboard a train from Philadelphia University City Station, 30th St Station, or Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station).

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Our top choices for The Palestra hotels

1. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

2. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

3. The DWIGHT D Hotel

4. La Reserve on Pine

5. ROOST East Market

6. ROOST Midtown

7. The Study at University City

8. Morris House Hotel

9. Kestrel Hotel

10. The Maj Hotel

11. Loews Philadelphia Hotel

12. Fitler Club

13. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

14. Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

15. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

16. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

17. AKA University City

18. Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia

19. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

20. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

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Top The Palestra Hotel Reviews

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Other attractions near The Palestra

Penn Museum

Franklin Field

Penn Tennis Center

University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

World Cafe Live - Philadelphia

The Lounge at World Cafe Live

The Music Hall at World Cafe Live

Arthur Ross Gallery

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