Lokal Hotel Old City

Hotels
9.5 (115 reviews)
139 North 3rd Street , Philadelphia , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Grocery deliveries
Allergy-free room
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Excellent facilities
Helpful staff
Very comfortable beds
Nice city view
Cons:
Difficult parking
Steep stairs
No elevator
Unfortunate windows did not open
Door code issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.23
A slight smell of moisture was mentioned, indicating some cleanliness concerns.
Service
9.7
Staff were highlighted as responsive and helpful, showing good service quality.
Location
10
Excellent location with easy access to restaurants and historical sites.
Room Quality
9.74
Rooms were described as great, nicely decorated, and comfortable.
Amenities
9.19
Well thought-out amenities were available but noted a stubborn lock system.
Value for Money
9.22
Considered high-end but pricing questioned for a non-concierge service.
Food and Beverage
9.18
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.73
Great overall stay with positive sentiments outweighing negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-28 18:42

Property Description

Unique Boutique Experience

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the comfort of air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and cozy seating areas. Enjoy locally roasted coffee from the in-room coffee machine. Wrap yourself in plush bathrobes and pamper yourself with complimentary toiletries in the private bathroom.

Convenient Services
Stay connected with free WiFi and experience hassle-free check-in and check-out with our self-service options. Explore nearby attractions like the National Liberty Museum and Liberty Bell, all within walking distance. Pennsylvania Convention Center and Barnes Foundation are also just a short distance away.

Experience the charm of Lokal Hotel in Philadelphia - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

Please note, upon booking the property will reach out for additional details. Guests must have their check-in instructions ready prior to arrival.

Please note, there is no on-site reception.

Please note, the rooms are accessible via stairs only. There is no elevator on-site.In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
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.
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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 30 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 115 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.23
Service: 9.7
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.74
Amenities: 9.19
Value for Money: 9.22
Food and Beverage: 9.18
Overall Experience: 9.73
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Matt • solo_traveller • us
10
2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Anya • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

Good location, excellent facilities, helpful staff.

Cons:

Parking was difficult and expensive but that seems to be the case everywhere in Philly.

2025-11-24 • via Nuitee
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Alejandra • family_with_children • mx
10
excellent
Cons:

The stairs. There was no mentioned of the stairs on the description and my mom find them a bit difficult.

2025-11-19 • via Nuitee
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Maria • extended_group • us
9
Loved the stay in a nicely renovated space. Walkable location in old city Philly for restaurants and landmarks.
Pros:

Walkable location to restaurants and landmarks. Nice city view from the Louisa room. Well thought out amenities available to use: robes, coffee/ tea( not the wasteful keurig kind). Washer/ dryer, if staying longer.
Kitchen stocked for cooking/ dining in.

Cons:

Unfortunate windows did not open. At times Stubborn lock system. If you have trouble climbing stairs or have heavy bags
This is not the place for you, steep staircase.

2025-11-10 • via Nuitee
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richard • solo_traveller • us
6
Loved room itself. Didn’t love the access code not working properly.
Pros:

Room was great. Very nicely decorated and very comfortable beds. Huge space.

Cons:

Extremely steep steps, no elevator. No one on site. Door code didn’t work and we got dumped on with rain talking to offsite staff to get in with code to a hard key. Shower set up was ridiculously complicated and took 10 minutes of screwing around just to get desired water temp.

2025-10-23 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • us
8
2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The location was excellent. Very cook vibe. Easy to walk to restaurants, shops, markets and historic sites. The room was very quiet considering me were in the city. I think I heard someone above us once. The guidebook they provided was very helpful. The Lokal staff were very responsive to our questions.

2025-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Jose
10
Pros:

Amazing space! Felt like I was staying in a small studio apartment in a great quiet neighborhood! I am coming back

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Marc • couple • us
8
Great stay overall.
Pros:

Great location, close to the reserved restaurant, many accessible and walkable areas.

Cons:

The walk up situation - it isn’t prominently advertised. Would be more honest to say how many floors/stairs are in the walk up when the room is assigned. Unusual to have people sign a contract to approve their stay. Would consider making some lights adjustable/dimming-capable. Pretty high cost for a non-concierge hotel, even by Philadelphia standards. Would rate it as a high-end Airbnb rather than a hotel.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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ARNAUD • solo_traveller • be
9
Pros:

Charming place, nice design, super nice neighbourhood

Cons:

A slight smell of moisture

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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jennifer • family
8
Pros:


Hotel is quiet and homey feeling
It is well stocked in kitchen with high end appliances.

The entertainment system is good though we didn't not use as much.

There is no elevator so travel light as you will have to carry your luggage.

Location is great!
For running, close to front street/water front with a Cool breeze
Plenty of options with restaurants especially coffee and cafes with local vibes
Neighborhood more local than though close enough to tourist spots

Receptive hotel owner with Easy communication. Personally contacted me when there was an issue and willingness to resolve the issue immediately

Overall great stay! If issue resolved, we would stay again

2025-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Joost • family_with_children • nl
10
Leuke uitvalsbasis ik Philly. Leuke buurt en heerlijk plekje
Pros:

Leuk appartement louisa! Echt heel leuk verblijf

Cons:

Niets

2025-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • partner
10
Pros:

We booked this spot last-minute during an unexpected overnight layover in Philly and were so glad we did. The location in Old City was perfect—super walkable and felt very safe, even walking to grab a late-night Philly cheesesteak after 11pm on a Saturday. It was a little chilly, but still such a fun way to experience the neighborhood.

The property itself was beautiful—exactly as pictured, but honestly even better in person. It was spotless, stylish, and incredibly comfortable. We saved it to stay again if we’re ever back in the area!

The only small downside was the stairs—being on the top floor meant a bit of a climb, especially with luggage, but the space, view, and location made it totally worth it.

2025-06-22 • via Nuitee
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India
10
Pros:

Excellent stay. The location was perfect for a quick weekend getaway with my husband. The room we stayed in was just perfect. Self check in was seamless and easy. I was grateful to Lokal for allowing us an early check in due to my having a migraine when I arrived. I felt very accommodated and will absolutely be back. The room is an entire vibe. I can’t wait to come back!

2025-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Jewel • young couple • us
8
Wonderful.
Pros:

The pictures do not do this property justice. It’s beautiful. Very clean. Stocked with every thing one would need including: washer and dryer, mini fridge, dishes, and all of the essentials. Any concerns were taken care of immediately.

Cons:

Its location is old city so the parking is atrocious.

2025-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Josephine
10
Wonderful Stay
Pros:

Location was great. Street Parking and a garage was nearby. Had an issue, but property resolved the issue promptly. Great customer service.

2025-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Amit
6
Pros:

Short trip to Philly. Room and layout was fine with nice view. Overall, comfortable but, bathrooms were not very clean. The floors were dirty and need to be properly cleaned. The grout in many place was BLACK with mold. Faint smell as if an exterminator had been there. Also, the coffee mugs could use replacing, there was a lot of old coffee residue.

2025-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Lanre • young couple • us
9
Superb
Pros:

Overall, the space is excellent and clean. I would definitely stay here for a longer time if I needed to. As with everything, there are downsides. As many have noted, there is no elevator, so if you are elderly and have trouble with stairs, this is not the place for you. Also if you were to come here, you would need to think of it as a glorified AirBnB and not really a hotel since hotel staff really doesn't exist. Neither of those things bothered me or my wife, but keep in mind when you are booking.

2025-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
One Night at Lokal
Pros:

Was only here a night but will be back! TV casting is my preferred method so I love that it came with that. iPad for controls & everything you need info on. Bathroom is beautiful! Bar cart could use a couple more options but 10/10. Be mindful that this is stairs only & The Ben is on the 4th floor!

2025-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Dina • group • us
8
Very good
Pros:

Location was excellent. Breakfast was not provided.

2025-02-24 • via Nuitee