Alexander Inn, Philadelphia, PA - Reviews and Hotel Information

Alexander Inn is popular for a very good reason.

I do not like to spend a lot of money on accommodations when I travel. It is just a place to sleep and shower, then I'm off to see the sites. Because of this, it is very important that I find someplace that has the "Three Cs" and is the least expensive. That can sometimes be difficult in large cities. You either have to stay at a place that is in the middle of nowhere to get a good deal or you have to pay up the nose for convenience. If you do find a good deal downtown, it's probably in a frightening area and isn't very clean.

Alexander Inn is a remarkable deal in the middle of everything and it has the "Three Cs" that I like.

Clean! Although it is an old building, they do a great job of keeping it clean and well-maintained. I felt very comfortable with the level of cleanliness. I never saw the maid but everytime I came back from my days of exploring, my room was as lovely as the first day I arrived.

Cosy! The bed and chair in the room were comfortable and the colours used in the room made it cosy. Many hotels have the nicest decor in the lobby but they scimp on the rooms. Not so at the Alexander. The rooms are painted in colours that you would find in a nice home, rather than your standard-issue white walls found in most affordable hotels. Even the halls have a home-like feel to them!

Classy! The decor is contemporary but is reminiscent of the old luxury liners. From the lobby, to the great room, to the hallways, to the very rooms themselves, there is a classy look and feel to the Alexander without being over-the-top.

The crowning jewel of the Alexander Inn, however, is the staff. They are as helpful and friendly as everyone says.

I highly recommend the Alexander!

The Great Room has an ATM for your convenience, a nice continental breakfast from 7am until 12 noon on Saturday and Sunday, 7am until 10:30am Monday through Friday, and also some fruit to snack on throughout the day and night.

In the basement is a nice gym and two high speed computers. There are also vending machines (which also sells pain reliever!) and a huge rack filled with visitor brochures. It is a very nice finished basement so don't be scared to venture down there.

The only reason why I gave a rating of Very Satisfied, instead of A Great Experience is because of the city noise. It is by no means the fault of the inn but if you are a light sleeper, you may want to ask for their most quiet room. Even so, I enjoyed the Philadelphia skyline view and people-watching from my window.

July 2006 Update: I just came back from my 2nd trip to Philadelphia and I stayed at the Alexander Inn again. I actually ended up in the same room I had last time (#402). Since my previous trip, they replaced the air conditioner with a nicer model, added a collapsible desk (very handy if you brought your notebook computer), and a new electronic safe which is also handy to lock up your notebook while you are out exploring.

Alexander Inn, Philadelphia

Alexander Inn

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