Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Garden
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Charming historical property
Excellent location
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Minor cleanliness issues
Shower could be improved
Noise from streets

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Cleanliness was mentioned with some minor concerns about the shower.
Service
10
The staff was excellent and attentive, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
10
Historic property in a great location, close to various attractions.
Room Quality
8.67
Rooms described as comfortable, but some mention of tired furniture and noise.
Amenities
9.21
Standard amenities, with some positive feedback about breakfast.
Value for Money
9.16
Standard quality for this hotel tier, no specific mentions.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Breakfast was good but could be improved.
Overall Experience
9.95
Overall positive experience with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:35

Property Description

Luxury Boutique Hotel with 18th Century Charm

Uniquely Decorated Rooms: The Morris House Hotel offers charming rooms with views of a private garden or the city, accessible by stairs only. Free WiFi is included for guests' convenience.

Complimentary Dining Experience: Guests can start their day with a delicious continental breakfast and indulge in afternoon tea served with homemade cookies, all included during their stay.

Prime Location: Situated near Philadelphia's main attractions, such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, guests can easily explore the city's iconic landmarks and enjoy nearby restaurants, shops, and theaters.

Book your stay at the Morris House Hotel for a historic and luxurious experience in the heart of Philadelphia.

Important information:

Please note the main entrance is located off St. James Street. Once guests check in they will receive a key to the 8th Street entrance.

Please note, this property does not have an elevator, and rooms are only accessible via stairs.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PHL

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 574 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 9.21
Value for Money: 9.16
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 9.95
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Rita • couple • us
8
The gem of Philadelphia ✨
Pros:

Clean, the friendly staff, great location, quiet, super comfortable mattress. Restaurant was top!!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • us
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Debi • couple • us
8
Pros:

Breakfast was nice.

Cons:

Stairs to bedroom on the top floor was difficult after being in the heat outside.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Maicon • family_with_children • br
10
Vale muito a pena! Retornarei algum dia quando voltar a Philadelphia
Pros:

Praticidade, local histórico, aconchegante e atendimento excelente.

Cons:

O café da manhã poderia trazer mais opções, como pães, por exemplo, omelete e bacon,

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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mark • couple • gb
9
charming hotel , would have liked to have stayed longer.
Pros:

great , old period style property , nice change from corporate type hotels, character and charm.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • us
8
Morris House can do better - especially with the breakfast.
Pros:

Location (steps away from Independence Park) and historic nature of property. Our room was handsome , large and comfortable. We received a warm welcome from Jerry. Staff was helpful and available throughout our stay.

Cons:

Breakfast was a dissapointment. Limited choice and not good quality. Given the price of the room , we expected much better.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Arnaud • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • us
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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scarlettm400 • Couples • Austin, Texas
8
250th Birthday of America
Pros:

The city of love really is true. The Morris hotel was a step back into the revolutionary war days but with a jacuzzi tub in our room. The staff is small but they are welcoming and remember your name. With only 17 suites but they have breakfast, tea time and homemade cookies. Louisiana style courtyard with a restaurant and bar. This location has all of the historic sites steps way. The portions of food at any restaurant or bar is a shareable plate.

2026-06-15 • via Tripadvisor
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • fr
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Great location

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Alexey • family_with_children • ru
9
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Beth • couple • us
9
Wonderful.
Pros:

everything

Cons:

The driveway pickup/dropoff was small and got a bit crowded, but not surprising for such a central location.
Our particular third floor room had a double door (to bath first, then into room) and the inner door did not latch (due to settling of the historic home). If it latched, there would have been better sound-proofing.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • us
8
Clean, historic hotel in a beautiful location.
Pros:

Clean, historic building in a great neighborhood.

Cons:

Room was cramped. Breakfast was SO basic. There was more variety at the Holiday Inn! The front desk staff gave incorrect info about the parking costs.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Bret • couple • us
8
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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David and Mary • family_with_children • us
10
A lovely step back in time.
Pros:

Breakfast was delicious. Loved the period decor.
Nice place for a wedding. Beautiful courtyard.

Cons:

In the carriage house, would have preferred less updating.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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david • couple • us
9
Very quaint historic mansion
Pros:

The water pressure in the shower was great and the water temperature was more than hot. The bed was comfortable the coffee and breakfast were fine, they provided umbrellas for the rain.

Cons:

The water pressure in the bathroom sink was almost non existent. The price was high.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • us
9
Wonderful stay at the Morris House Hotel.
Pros:

In the Historic District of Philadelphia there is no other place my wife and I would stay. This was our second time and won’t be the last. R&R

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Emily • family_with_children • us
9
Had a great stay here overall.
Pros:

breakfast, location, size of room, cookies!

Cons:

pullout bed was just ok. needed a few more hangers

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee