Alexander Inn

Hotels
301 South 12th Street , Philadelphia , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Dated room conditions
Inconsistent amenity quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Most reviews highlight the neatness and cleanliness, though some complain about the older condition of some rooms.
Service
8.75
The staff is frequently described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a positive service experience.
Location
8.99
Numerous reviews praise the central and convenient location, making it easy to access attractions.
Room Quality
7.54
Several guests mentioned dated room conditions and issues with amenities, affecting overall room perception.
Amenities
8.07
The hotel offers decent amenities including breakfast and social events, though some found them lacking in quality.
Value for Money
8.53
Most reviews indicate that the hotel provides good value for its location and facilities.
Food and Beverage
7.88
While breakfast and social events are a positive, some reviews mentioned issues with freshness.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall, guests express satisfaction with their stay, enjoying the atmosphere and service despite some cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:12

Property Description

Historic Boutique Bed and Breakfast in the Heart of Philadelphia

Charming Rooms with City Views

Experience the charm of stained glass windows, oak wood mouldings, and marble tile floors at Alexander Inn. Enjoy city views from rooms equipped with private bathrooms and in-room safes. Some rooms even feature bay windows and cozy seating areas.

Convenient Location and Discounted Parking

Located near Pennsylvania Convention Centre and Liberty Bell, Alexander Inn is surrounded by shops and restaurants. While onsite parking isn't available, we offer discounted tickets for nearby parking. Explore Macy's, The Franklin Institute, and more attractions just a short distance away.

Book your stay at Alexander Inn for a memorable Philadelphia experience!

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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.99
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 7.88
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Ravit • solo_traveller • il
9
Overall great place to stay in Philly
Pros:

Great location, nice staff and they have daily wine and snacks which is really nice.

Cons:

No coffee maker or kettle in the room and on two days the water machine was broken (but was fixed afterwards).

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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JORGE • extended_group • es
1
incomoditat
Pros:

la ubicacio

Cons:

l’esmorzar, l’aire condicionat, instalacions en general

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • couple • us
7
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Great location in a central but quite neighborhood.
The let you keep the luggage there after checkout.
The view from high floors is stunning.

Cons:

The structure is old and so are the chambers. The TV was almost unasable, slow-flowing shower water. The breakfast options are quite limited.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The buffets and staff.

Cons:

Hard to view tv in current position.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Agnes • couple • us
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The staff, location, breakfast

Cons:

The AC didnt keep the room as cool as we would have liked

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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O7469CHjoshs • Business
2
Sucks
Pros:

I booked a room through trip advisor and they gave me 1 bed instead of 2 which was paid for. My guest had to sleep on the floor because they were out of rooms.

2026-08-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Theodore • solo_traveller • fr
8
Great !
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Beds are a little small

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
6
6344iivkd8 • Business
6
Decent, but showing its age.
Pros:

Decent place. Does feel somewhat run down and dark. Stay here mainly for a low price safe clean place, not for ambiance.

2026-08-21 • via Tripadvisor
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Doreen • couple • us
7
Overall okay, but I would not stay there again.
Pros:

Breakfast and social hour snacks and wine were great perks. Staff was friendly and helpful. Bed was great. Nice walkable neighborhood.

Cons:

Carpet in the room was very old and did not feel very clean. Shower water pressure was very low. No refrigerator or coffee maker in the room but there was 24 hr hot/cold water and ice available in the first floor.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Davide • couple • it
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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jdpierce53 • NONE • Albany, New York
8
A fine hotel in a great location
Pros:

My wife had stayed here 4 years ago so we knew it was a good, comfortable place to stay in walking distance to about everything. That hasn't changed. It's an old hotel. That may not be to your liking. We're fine with it. The bed was surprisingly comfortable. The AC was quite loud but after some fiddling we managed to turn it's fan down. Everything was clean but a bit tired. The Happy Hour was a nice add. A great chance to mingle with other guests. We'll probably stay there the next time we visit. I'm sure there are nicer hotel rooms in the area but we'll remember sitting outside the Static bar across the street from the Alexander sipping cocktails and watching the street scene way more than the hotel room.

2026-08-19 • via Tripadvisor
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krol0087 • solo_traveller • us
8
Charming old inn with lots of character and nice staff
Pros:

There was something very quaint and cozy about the old-fashioned vibes of this historic inn. It was nothing fancy or pretentious and that's just what made it special. I had a small room and it had everything I needed. I was there during a record heatwave, so the AC wasn't working so well, but otherwise my room was great. The front desk staff people were very kind and helpful with recommendations for my trip. I especially loved the daily wine and snacks - a free happy hour - which is where I made some new friends who were also staying there (it was during America's big 250th birthday so we were all very excited about seeing the history and fun celebrations). There was only one staff member in the restaurant (during breakfast) who was always a bit grumpy and rude, but apart from him, everyone was very nice and I had an amazing experience during my first trip to Philadelphia. I would 100% recommend staying here again.

Cons:

Poor AC but it was during an epic heatwave, so I know the old AC was working as hard as it could.
There was one rude and grumpy staff member who worked in the restaurant at breakfast time. He's not a pleasant person and should probably not work in a position where he interacts with customers. He didn't actually even work hard (he just stood around "waiting" for the guests to finish eating their breakfast but then even hours later it looked like he didn't tidy anything up), and most of all, he was just grumpy and rude acting like somehow the hotel guests were slowing him down with his day.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Antonio Javier • couple • es
7
Buenas ubicación aunque muy antiguo
Pros:

Ubicación excelente, está a un breve paseo a pié de todas las atracciones de Philadelphia. El personal muy amable y atento.

Cons:

El hotel está antiguo. Moqueta en el suelo. Cama de matrimonio pequeña, habitación ruidosa y calurosa , el aire acondicionado funciona regular. La ducha del baño con cortina y es estrecha.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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PranasS1 • Business
8
Alexander Inn in Philly
Pros:

Great location and ambiance. Comfortable room and cozy furniture, warm interior design, friendly service.

2026-08-18 • via Tripadvisor
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Fidel • couple • us
9
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Priscilla • family_with_children • us
9
Will be back for sure. Cute and comfy
Pros:

The breakfast was amazing. Beds were comfy.

Cons:

Parking was in a garage that I was told would be validated by the hotel when we left when in fact it was only $10 off so I was stuck with a $90 garage bill that was not planned for :(

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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fposkarbiewicz • Business • Panama City Beach, Florida
8
Cute Boutique Hotel in Gayborhood
Pros:

Great location and comfy rooms, with kind staff. The breakfast is only continental and there are no fridges in the rooms, but the beds are comfy and the rooms are very clean. There is also a fun little social at night with free wine and snacks.

2026-08-14 • via Tripadvisor
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i2avdbn6iq • NONE
8
Alexander Inn Philadelphia
Pros:

Fun place to stay and very close to all the historical sites. Sov, the receptionist was extremely helpful and kind.

2026-08-11 • via Tripadvisor