Trolley Stop Motel Philadelphia Media

Hotels
7.1 (482 reviews)
427 E state st , Media , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Affordable / good value
Friendly, helpful staff
Convenient, safe location
Clean reports from some guests
Mini fridge and microwave in rooms
Free internet / Wi‑Fi (though signal varied)
Cons:
Persistent cigarette smoke odor in some rooms
Rooms are very small
Noise issues (thin walls, exterior noise, loud fans)
Cleanliness problems reported (dust, sticky surfaces, ceiling issues)
Bathroom issues (poor water pressure, occasional no hot water, urine smell)
Air conditioner reliability problems

Categories

Cleanliness
5
Mixed feedback: several guests praised cleanliness, but multiple reports of pervasive cigarette smoke, sticky surfaces, dust, and ceiling/damage indicate notable cleanliness problems.
Service
8
Generally positive: staff repeatedly described as friendly, kind, and helpful across many reviews.
Location
9
Consistently praised for being safe, convenient, and close to campus/essentials — a clear strength.
Room Quality
4.6
Below average: rooms are described as very small, noisy (thin walls, exterior noise, loud fans), with issues like unstable AC, no hot water, and occasional odors.
Amenities
7
Basic amenities present and useful (mini fridge, microwave, free internet) though some guests reported poor Wi‑Fi signal and noisy bathroom ventilation.
Value for Money
9
Frequently noted as affordable and budget-friendly; guests felt it was good value for short or emergency stays.
Food and Beverage
7.1
Not mentioned in reviews; assigned the target overall rating.
Overall Experience
7.1
A mixed but generally acceptable budget experience: friendly staff and strong location/value balanced against cleanliness and room comfort issues for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 21:45

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a short distance from Philadelphia International Airport, Trolley Stop Motel in Media offers easy access to popular attractions like the University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Zoo.

Comfortable Accommodation
Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay in well-equipped rooms featuring air conditioning and flat-screen TVs. The 3-star hotel also provides free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk for ultimate convenience.

Nearby Attractions
Explore nearby landmarks such as Mutter Museum and Philadelphia Museum of Art, all within a reasonable distance from the non-smoking property. Book your stay at Trolley Stop Motel for a memorable experience near PHL Airport.

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 482 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 8
Location: 9
Room Quality: 4.6
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 7.1
Overall Experience: 7.1
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Adam • couple • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Gabriel • solo_traveller • us
7
Great for the price!
Pros:

Location was great. Front desk was super cool and nice. AC was strong and awesome.

Cons:

Floor smelled quite strange and had residue on it even after it had apparently been cleaned. Was in a non-smoking room but it had definitely been smoked in.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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kim • couple • us
7
Pros:

Room was clean . Bed comfortable

Cons:

Small shower and overall bathroom area, better soap products
More towels

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

We stayed one night. It was quiet, bed was comfortable, room was clean, shower had good pressure. The location is convenient to lots of people we know in Delaware County. You can't beat the price! Rooms are small but why do you need a large room to sleep. 😴 Try it. You'll go back. Oh, WaWa right across the street.

Cons:

We locked ourselves out of the room but staff was helpful.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Slawomir • couple • pl
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Shanique • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable 😎

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Cannon-Phillips • couple • us
10
Pros:

Neat and clean

Cons:

We enjoyed our stays 💝

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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cheryl • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Clean roo and staff are excellent. Very quiet and relaxing place.

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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shannon • couple • us
8
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Jealene • couple • us
2
The only good thing about this place was price & location.
Pros:

The price, it was cheap enough. And the location is safe.

Cons:

It was disgusting, the room smelled like nothing but pure cigarette smoke to the point that my sinuses were irritated, and I couldn’t breathe without the windows being opened. I did not feel safe sitting or touching anything so I went out got a bunch of cleaning products/ Clorox and cleaned the room myself. The ceiling was falling apart there was dust caked onto the window curtains, the remote was sticky, the walls were sticky, there were stains all over the walls. The only good thing about the motel was location and price. If I wasn’t in a desperate situation, I would’ve demanded my money back and left. Do not stay here unless you have No other options.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Anissa • couple • us
6
Okay for the price
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Noisy

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Hadj Bakir • couple • ca
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Sayra • couple • us
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Agustín • couple • ar
5
Ok
Pros:

El personal súper amable, estaba todo limpio y tiene una muy buena ubicación en media. La habitación es pequeña, está ok para pasar una o dos noches. Tiene mini heladera y microondas. Permiten recibir paquetes sin costo y eso es muy cómodo.

Cons:

La cama es de resortes comunes por lo que cuando se mueve uno se mueve el otro. El aire hacía bastante ruido. La señal del wifi era pobre aunque funcionó. Comparado con otros hoteles que estuvimos la habitación era muy pequeña para un costo igual o mayor.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Dimaio • solo_traveller • us
4
Cons:

Air conditioner kept shutting on and off urine smell in the bathroom

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Cannon-Phillips • couple • us
10
Pros:

The location and the customer service

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Chad • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

This was a great experience and a great price ! The staff was kind and helpful !

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • couple • ie
7
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • extended_group • us
7
An affordable stay near campus
Pros:

Affordable for a 1 night stay for college graduation

Cons:

I can still smell cigarettes smoke in the room even though I asked for a nonsmoking room. I sprayed febreeze and knocked out since we’re so tired already.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee