Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.3 (2390 reviews)
1305 Walnut Street , Philadelphia , US
+1 215-735-9300

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location
Friendly, helpful staff
Clean, spacious rooms (many mentions)
Good breakfast (for many guests)
Convenient for attractions and transit
Cons:
Expensive/limited parking
Inconsistent breakfast quality
Some rooms dated or need maintenance (carpet, shower curtains, noisy AC)
Area safety concerns at night / homeless presence

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Multiple reviewers mention 'clean rooms' and tidy common areas, though a few note worn furnishings and requests for better lighting/ventilation in some bathrooms.
Service
9.2
Staff repeatedly praised as helpful, friendly and professional (several 'phenomenal' / 'AMAZING staff' mentions), with only occasional comments about a less-friendly check-in interaction.
Location
9.4
Very strong sentiment: many reviews emphasize central/ideal location for downtown, attractions and transit ('Lage', 'LA UBICACION', 'centrale', walkable to Independence Hall).
Room Quality
7.7
Rooms described as large and comfortable by many, but there are recurring notes about dated elements (carpet, plastic shower curtains), noisy AC and some maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.5
Breakfast service and on-site facilities receive mixed remarks (some excellent, some 'flojo'); parking and laundry processes were called out as problem areas.
Value for Money
7.9
Several guests call it 'great value' or 'tremendous value', but extra costs (expensive parking) and a few room shortcomings temper the perceived value.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Breakfast receives both high praise (called 'excellent' by some) and criticism ('desayuno flojo'), so overall sentiment is slightly above average but mixed.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall positive stay driven by location and staff; common negatives are parking costs, occasional area safety concerns at night, and some dated/maintenance issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:10

Property Description

Modern Amenities and Spacious Guestrooms
Located in the heart of Philadelphia city centre, the Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown offers modern amenities and spacious guestrooms with free wireless internet.

Convenient Location
Situated just minutes away from top attractions like Wells Fargo Center, the Liberty Bell, and Independence Hall, guests can easily explore the city's iconic landmarks.

Complimentary Breakfast and Outdoor Pool
Start your day with a delicious hot breakfast buffet at the hotel or enjoy the convenience of in-room coffeemakers. Unwind by taking a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool.

Experience comfort and convenience at Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown – book your stay now!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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
Airport code: PHL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 2390 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 7.9
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Tori • couple • us
10
We were in the city for an Eagles game, and booked a last-minute day at the Holiday Inn. Everything was great zero compl
Pros:

Large clean rooms, had all the amenities!

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Beat • couple • ch
7
Pros:

Lage, Lage, Lage

Cons:

Etwas verlebt…

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Kamil • family_with_children • de
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Espofl • family_with_children • us
10
Excellent
Pros:

Location was convenient to downtown

Cons:

A little pricey but that's all hotel no days

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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horacio • couple • ar
8
Pros:

La ubicscion y el horario amplio para el desayuno.

Cons:

El desayuno flojo, falta luz en la habitación y algo más cómodo para sentarse. El trato en el check in no fue muy amable. El metodo de las lavadoras puede mejorar.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Calli • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Jefferson • extended_group • br
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Roy • couple • us
3
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Jose Antonio • family_with_children • es
8
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Shane • couple • us
7
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Parking was crazy but staff was helpful

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Ori • family_with_children • il
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Gay bars

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Matthias • family_with_children • de
9
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Weusi • couple • us
8
Great value and wonderful customer service
Pros:

Great location, AMAZING staff, clean, not far from the light rail or stadium, lots of food places nearby and good breakfast

Cons:

A few things could’ve been updated but overall a good hotel and I’d definitely stay here again

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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JINGLAN • extended_group • cn
10
excellent
Pros:

breakfast、employee

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Markus • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Livewire8790 • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • family_with_children • gb
7
Great for a short stay! Staff extremely helpful
Pros:

Location was central to everything

Cons:

Area although one of the nicer areas still wasn’t the safest at night with a lot of homeless people outside the building.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Grace • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee