Philadelphia - Society Hill
by ATXtraveler about Sheraton Society Hill
If you are visiting Philadelphia, there are a couple of options on where to stay. We had a conference on the riverfront, which led us to choose the Sheraton Society Hill, because of its proximity. It was a short little walk to restaurants and nightlife, and was on the main trolley paths for the other more exciting locations such as the Liberty Bell and the like.
Overall, the hotel was nice. I thought it was a much older tradtional building, but I learned that it was actually built in the 80's and just designed to look older. The "antique" elevatore made me mad though when I found out that it actually was not slow because it was old, but rather designed that way.
The room was comfortable, mainly because of Sheraton's "Sweet Sleeper" bed, but I would warn you not to get a room on the third floor, because it is located right next to the pool. There seemed to be alot of noise coming from the pool, which was right out my back balcony window.
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Hotel / Lounge for 2 night stay in Center City ??
by Funcouple
We're looking to spend a midweek evening or two in the city and are looking for a clean and comfortable hotel with a cozy and active lounge. We're 35 & 39 and we're not the snooty Ritz Carlton types -- but we do prefer a more mature crowd. We don't get out that often and we're looking to let our hair down for a change!
Any thoughts or ideas? Thanks.
RE: Hotel / Lounge for 2 night stay in Center City ??
by travelmad478
The Society Hill Hotel might do for you. It's a small place in Old City. I don't know what you mean by an "active" lounge but this hotel has a good and cozy one, with live jazz in the evenings. The neighborhood is excellent for sightseeing and going out at night.
RE: Hotel / Lounge for 2 night stay in Center City ??
by ChrisRJ
It's the Sheraton Society Hill. My friend is the meeting planner there and it should meet your needs, plus it's only a block from plenty of restaurants and bars.
RE: RE: Hotel / Lounge for 2 night stay in Center City ??
by Funcouple
"Active" lounge meaning not empty,good mix of people, locals and business travelers, etc. Some dancing is OK but not necessarily desiring a DISCO type place or BEE BOP dance club. Looking for a place to meet and mingle with interesting / fun folks.
RE: RE: Hotel / Lounge for 2 night stay in Center City ??
by ChrisRJ
2nd & Market Street has a lot of lounge type places. It's 3 blocks from the Sheraton Society Hill. Corner of 2nd & Market = Continental (great food and good atmosphere). 2nd in between Market and Chestnut = Cuba Libra, Bleu Martini. Market St, right around 2nd = One 14, Marmont. For later evening (with dance floor) Lounge 125 (2nd between Chestnut and Walnut - next to the parking garage). Other areas of town? Let me know.
RE: RE: Hotel / Lounge for 2 night stay in Center City ??
by Funcouple
ChrisRJ. I sent you an email with questions. Thanks.
