Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, it is worth booking if you want a central, walkable base in Philadelphia at a mid-range price, with a pool and a gym on the facilities list. Skip it if breakfast matters a lot to you or if you want a polished, high-end stay.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
This is a practical choice for city-break travellers who plan to see the historic sights on foot. Guests give it 8.5 out of 10 across 1,599 reviews, and the location score is higher still at 9.3. It is a 3-star hotel, so expect a functional stay rather than extras.
Couples and solo travellers on a sightseeing trip will get the most from it.
Skip it if a good breakfast is a big part of your trip. That is the one area guests criticise. If you want more space, service and finish, the Luxury pick in the city is in a different league, at a very different price.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits at 1305 Walnut Street, in the Market East area. Guests describe the spot as central and walkable to historic sites, restaurants and public transport.
Here are the straight-line walking estimates to three nearby sights. The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul is about 1 km away, roughly 13 minutes. Independence National Historical Park is about 1.3 km, around 16 minutes. The Barnes Foundation is about 1.5 km, around 19 minutes.
All three are within a 20-minute walk, which is the main reason this hotel works. You should not need a car for a typical sightseeing stay, though parking is not listed in our data, so check that if you are driving.
What guests say
Two themes come up again and again in the positive feedback. The first is location: guests value being able to walk to historic sites, restaurants and transport. The second is the staff, described as friendly, helpful and professional.
The main complaint is breakfast. The buffet has a varied hot and cold selection, but it is served on disposable tableware and guests say healthy options are limited. The property lists breakfast as continental and buffet. Whether it is included in your rate is not confirmed, so check the rate details.
Price and how it compares with our other two picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 Nov, 2 adults, one room) was €170.22 per night, about €340 for the two nights. That is around 7% below the median of €182.11 per night across the hotels we sampled. These are reference prices, not live quotes, so check today's price for your dates.
Our Budget pick, Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia, came in at €130.66 per night with a guest score of 8.6. It is cheaper and scores slightly higher, so it is worth a look if price is your first filter. Our Luxury pick, Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center, scored 9.7 but cost €1,078.12 per night.
For the money, you get a central 3-star hotel with a pool, a gym, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning on its facilities list.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 14 eligible properties in Philadelphia. This one held a joint 5th place on guest score, with a large review base of 1,599 reviews, and its reference price sat below the median.
Our Best Value category balances score, review volume and price. It is not necessarily the cheapest option. This hotel earned the slot because the numbers line up: strong reviews, a very good location score and a mid-range price.
Before you book
Room size, noise levels, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Read the room description and the rate conditions before you pay.
Check the pool and gym opening times and any fees for your dates. If you are arriving by car, confirm whether parking is available and what it costs, since that is not in our data.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown close to Independence Hall?
Independence National Historical Park is about 1.3 km away, roughly a 16-minute walk on a straight-line estimate. Actual walking routes can be a bit longer.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, the property lists a swimming pool and a fitness center. Check opening times and any fees for your dates before you travel.
Is breakfast included?
The property lists a continental and buffet breakfast, but inclusion in your rate is not confirmed. Check the rate details when you book. Guests mention disposable tableware and few healthy options.
How much does it cost per night?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €170.22 per night. Prices change, so check today's price for your dates.