Guild House Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (245 reviews)
1307 Locust Street , Philadelphia , us

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Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
First aid kit available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Historic design
Excellent location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Safety concerns in the surrounding area

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Guests noted issues with bathroom cleanliness, including hair found in the shower.
Service
9.46
Great communication with staff and helpful concierge, though there were some delays in responses.
Location
10
Overall excellent location with easy access, though some guests felt unsafe due to the surrounding area.
Room Quality
9.45
Beautifully designed rooms with comfortable beds, though a few had concerns about room features.
Amenities
9.48
Good amenities, including convenience of sparkling and still water on tap, but some facilities were lacking.
Value for Money
9.44
Generally felt like a good value for the quality provided, despite a few drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
8.99
No specific mentions, treated as standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.87
The majority of guests enjoyed their stay, with some concerns that impacted individual experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:43

Property Description

Central Location

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Guild House Hotel offers easy access to iconic landmarks such as Liberty Bell and National Liberty Museum. With the city centre just 600 metres away, guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the area.

Comfortable Accommodation

Experience a restful stay in our 4-star guest rooms equipped with modern amenities. From a coffee machine for a morning boost to a flat-screen TV for entertainment, each room is designed for your comfort. The private bathrooms feature complimentary toiletries for a touch of luxury.

Convenient Accessibility

Whether visiting University of Pennsylvania or catching a flight at Philadelphia International Airport, our hotel's proximity to key destinations makes traveling a breeze. Book your stay at Guild House Hotel for a memorable Philadelphia experience.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 245 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 9.46
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.45
Amenities: 9.48
Value for Money: 9.44
Food and Beverage: 8.99
Overall Experience: 9.87
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Sarah • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Wonderful hotel full of history and inspiring stories. There is no physical staffing so it felt a bit impersonal (to us), more like an Airbnb. But a great place.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • couple • us
8
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Karen • extended_group • us
10
We loved the history and location.
Pros:

Location, history & ambience

Cons:

NA

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • solo_traveller • us
7
Good value for a decent place to stay while sightseeing in Philadelphia.
Pros:

It was centrally located, near the theater district, and good restaurants and entertainment.

Cons:

It was quite noisy at times during the night, probably why they provide you with the earplugs on each nightstand. And the room that we had was extremely dark. It could definitely use better lighting and perhaps lighter walls.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Goldsmith • couple • us
10
My stay was excellent
Pros:

The room

Cons:

I like everything

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
Éva • couple • hu
9
különleges és egyedülálló időutazás
Pros:

az egyedileg megtervezett es berendezett helységek.

Cons:

nincs lift, nagy csomagokkal kényelmetlen de a hangulat kárpótol!

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • us
10
We really enjoyed our stay at Guild House. The history associated with it made our stay special.
Pros:

The location was excellent. We could walk to every historic area. Although there wasn’t a physical staff at the hotel, the staff was quick to respond to our text and questions. We had the Wilma room which was on the first floor. There is no elevator, so this was a good choice. There is a dumbwaiter to use if you need to take your bags to the room or storage closet. I definitely recommend staying here if you visit Philadelphia.

Cons:

Not having an elevator was a challenge when we arrived. Once we figured out how to use it, we managed okay

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • us
6
Homeless in parking lot and on corner are a concern.
Pros:

The room was generous in size. Some of the period details were skimped on. The Edith Piaf music blaring in the reception room felt forced and Disney. The ironing board needs to go in the armoire. The room having no window made it a bit scary.

Cons:

We had asked to store our luggage after checkout so we could go to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. We were sent the new code. We took an Uber back to the Guild House and asked the driver to wait while we retrieved our belongings. I waited in the car. The new code op-ed the door but it would not open the luggage closet. My husband had to knock on every door to try to see if anyone had a different code. Finally, he found a cleaner who had a universal code - but of course this took time and stress. The visitor should not have to be the problem solver. If you want contactless “service” you need to proactively anticipate problems before they happen. No one wants to do the customer service themselves. That is part of what the inn keeper does. Someone should have checked in to see if everything went well with our picking up bags rather that assuming that everything is going swimmingly. Bad form.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • extended_group • us
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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CHANTAL • family_with_children • fr
4
Très décevant, pas accueillant et pas propre
Pros:

L'emplacement et le style de la chambre

Cons:

Aucun service
Des contacts uniquement par mail. Pas de ménage de la chambre pendant 3 jours
La chambre est sale avec de la poussière partout sur les meubles et le rebord du lit
Très bruyant
Le lit est trop petit pour 2 personnes

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Rodger • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Alicia • couple • us
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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lutz_Münster • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage, zu Fuß eine Viertelstunde zu allen Sehenswürdigkeiten.
Großes Zimmer, antik eingerichtet, sehr bequeme und große Matratze, Kühlschrank, Wasserkocher, tolle Dusche.

Cons:

Auch wenn das Zimmer ansonsten sehr gut war, fühlte es sich schon etwas komisch an, da das Zimmer gar kein Fenster hatte?!

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Annette • extended_group • us
10
The Guild House is an absolute must stay when visiting Philadelphia.
Pros:

Stunning boutique hotel with beautiful decor and a great history lesson was a plus. Location was perfect for walking to restaurants and sightseeing venues.

Cons:

No elevator so be sure and pack accordingly.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • ca
8
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • gb
10
Special
Pros:

We loved everything about the property - the history, the decor, the linens, the bed, the staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • us
10
Pros:

This is my new favorite hotel in Philly. Ive walked by it and never noticed it on my many stays in Philly. Its small and quiet. Its historic and luxurious. Its in a great location near so many restaurants and bars and theaters.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Onnolee • couple • us
10
Beautiful, well-kept historic building near the heart of Philly in a friendly neighborhood.
Pros:

Really great location, fascinating history and gorgeous architecture all very thoughtfully curated. My first time staying in a gay neighborhood, and my wife and I felt very welcome. Being so central allowed us to walk to all the usual tourist traps, and we were super close to a SEPTA station so when we wanted to go further out it was extremely easy and accessible.

Also unrelated to anything else: the shower was amazing. Some of the best water pressure I've ever felt. If you're iffy about not having a bathtub, I promise the shower more than makes up for it.

Cons:

We barely used the TV but it was rough - we thought we'd at least have access to local OTA channels (we wanted to watch the Phils game haha), but either couldn't find them or they weren't actually available. That's literally all I can think of that's vaguely negative, and it feels like scraping the bottom of the barrel.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • us
10
Historic beauty
Pros:

The room felt like I was staying at a home. The decor was tasteful and historic. I loved all the old books and antiques. The bed was so comfy that I slept like a log. And, the location is in the heart of everything philly. Ive stayed everywhere in Philly from the Ritz to the Sofitel to the Marriott and this place puts them all to shame.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee