Waterfront Inn PHL Airport

Hotels
7.3 (715 reviews)
103 Taylor Avenue , Essington , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Coffee Shop on site
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and updated rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Convenient location near airport
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Limited food options
Service wait times

Categories

Cleanliness
6.63
Multiple reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, but issues with hair and stains detracted.
Service
8.1
The staff were described as nice and helpful, but some service-related frustrations with check-in were noted.
Location
8.64
Convenient location near the airport and good views were highlighted.
Room Quality
7.09
Rooms are updated, but some issues with stains and missing items noted.
Amenities
6.12
Lack of food and beverage options on-site; some amenities were noted as lacking.
Value for Money
8.08
Good economic value mentioned, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
6.13
Reviews indicated limited food options available on-site, impacting the overall perception.
Overall Experience
7.6
Mixed feelings but generally positive with many stating it was suitable for a quick stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 10:37

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just 3 miles from Philadelphia International Airport, the Waterfront Inn Essington offers free airport shuttle services for a hassle-free travel experience.

Comfortable Accommodations
Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen cable TV, microwave, refrigerator, and a spacious work desk, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Marina and Nearby Attractions
Guests can enjoy the hotel's marina and have easy access to laundry facilities. Additionally, popular attractions like Harrah's Casino, Widener University, Philadelphia Zoo, and Independence Hall are just a short drive away.

Book your stay at the Waterfront Inn Essington for a convenient and comfortable experience.

Important information:

Please note that the airport shuttle is operated by Holiday Inn Express. The shuttle operates from 05:00 am to 11:00 pm. Pick-up from the airport is upon request, and guests can contact the hotel after collecting their luggage.

Parking is complimentary for the duration of your reservation. After that, the charge is USD 5 per day.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 715 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.63
Service: 8.1
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.09
Amenities: 6.12
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 6.13
Overall Experience: 7.6
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Norman • couple • us
10
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • us
1
I didn’t stay. Found another hotel
Pros:

It sits off the river

Cons:

The outside needs major work. The parking lot is a short walk from the hotel. The room appeared clean at first glance but after pulling the sheets back they were stained. The pillow had dried blood on it. If linen is stained just toss it. The shower stall was dirty. Outside of the view? I wouldn’t recommend it. Waited almost 30 minutes for someone to come to the front desk to even check me in. I did not stay. I ended up paying a little more for a better hotel but much more comfortable and clean. It has potential but it definitely needs a facelift and a cleaning staff.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Elizah • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

Comfortable bedding

Cons:

Lack of customer service

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Debra • solo_traveller • us
9
Would definitely sta again!
Pros:

Great location and value

Cons:

Sounded like 5000 birds outside my window in the morning… LOL

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Williams • family_with_children • us
8
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Sabrina • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

I love the view and the room is always clean.

Cons:

I really didn't like the bed, it wasn't as comfortable as the last time I stayed.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Dyjuan • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything but the cold weather 😂

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Maryke • solo_traveller • kr
1
No sleep.
Pros:

Airport transfer at 3am.

Cons:

It was horrible!! So bad. Waste of money. The ratings were good so I booked it and I just spent the whole 3 hours I had there thinking how horrible it is. The check in was unfriendly perhaps because it was midnight. My bed was soft with hard parts (springs?) don't know. Was too tired to care. The heater A/C came on loud on my right side and then the fridge would come on super loud on my left. The fire alarm went off twice. It was the shortest most horrible stay. With no rest.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Williams • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Shyheem • couple • us
10
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Darrell • family_with_children • us
9
Cons:

No view of the water in the room, just hotel windows from the hotel next to it...

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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heather • solo_traveller • us
7
Good enough for the night!
Pros:

The room was small but nice. The bed was cozy and the room was comfortable.

Cons:

The bathroom floor had a lot of other people’s hair all over it.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Talia • couple • us
1
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Luis • solo_traveller • us
3
Smelly room. Dirty shower. Friendly staff.
Pros:

I liked the location of the building by the docks and the guests being able to see the water. Also the staff were friendly.

Cons:

The air in the room was thick with cigarette smell, this was the worst part, especially for a non smoker. There were hairs in the shower, it's clear there's no effort to clean it. When I checked in, there is a door next to the clerk, I could see the containers with dirty linens, you probably don't want the guests to see that.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • us
1
DO NOT STAY HERE IF YOU WANT COMFORT OR CONVENIENCE
Cons:

Terrible. I booked this hotel for convenience to the airport. I called the front desk and they confirmed transport was coming, we waited an hour at the airport and they never arrived so we paid for a taxi. Worst stay ever. Dirty gross hotel, terrible service.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family_with_children • us
5
Convenient to airport, but wished we had stayed at the Holiday Inn next door.
Pros:

The room was clean and the staff was nice.

Cons:

The outside was badly rundown and there wasn't an elevator. We had to literally drag our big/heavy suitcases up a flight of cement stairs and the view over the rail looked like something from a ghost town. Very disappointed... never stayed at a place like it before and I'm 58.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Josh • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • us
10
Lovely View Great Room
Pros:

We loved the waterfront view with the picture windows, and they got us a room by our brother. Great to have coffee in the office too!

Cons:

The area was a little rough when we were leaving and had to wait in the car to guard the luggage when we left the third floor rooms.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Olimpia • couple • us
6
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee