Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Hotels
Element by Westin
8.7 (1324 reviews)
1441 Chestnut Street , Philadelphia , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable stay
Variety in breakfast
Cons:
High parking rates
Cleanliness issues
Outdated appliances
No water bottles provided

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, but overall it was generally acceptable.
Service
9.2
Multiple mentions of friendly and helpful staff indicate high service quality.
Location
9.2
Many reviews highlighted the excellent location near major attractions.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms generally well-received, though some complaints about bed comfort and outdated appliances.
Amenities
8.7
Good amenities overall, although some minor complaints were noted.
Value for Money
7.7
Several mentions of high prices and additional charges impacted perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Breakfast received positive comments with a variety of options, but some room for improvement noted.
Overall Experience
9.2
General sentiment was very positive with enjoyment of stay and willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:27

Property Description

Modern Amenities
Element Philadelphia Downtown offers a range of modern amenities including free bikes, a fitness centre, and free WiFi. Guests can also make use of the shared lounge and on-site restaurant for a convenient stay.

Convenient Location
Situated just 500 meters from the city centre and less than 1 km from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, this 4-star hotel provides easy access to key attractions and business hubs in Philadelphia.

Explore the City
With popular landmarks like Liberty Bell, Mutter Museum, and National Liberty Museum nearby, guests can immerse themselves in the city's rich history and culture. Don't miss the chance to explore Philadelphia while staying at Element Philadelphia Downtown.

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.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • 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 allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 60 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1324 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 7.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 9.2
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Joseph solo_traveller us
9
Enjoyable. Perfect valet parking
Pros:

Very good location. Nice rooms. Staff very helpful. Breakfast was decent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Nancy couple us
9
Pros:

Location nice staff

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
A
Alexander solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Cost of parking

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
D
Daniel couple us
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
M
Marketa couple cz
10
Pros:

Skvela poloha hotelu, byli jsme v patre 28 a meli jsme nadherny výhled. Snidane v poradku, lepší je vyhnout se ranní spicce

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Mckinnie couple us
8
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Jordan family_with_children us
8
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
J
Jenefer couple us
8
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
J
Jiamin couple us
10
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The room was quiet and the furnishings well designed; the bed and pillows (there were 4) exceptionally comfortable.

Cons:

A minor improvement is possible: the toilet could have been higher, that is like my home toilet, ADA-approved 16" high.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
M
Mark couple us
10
I would recommend this hotel.
Pros:

Great location, large clean room, good breakfast

Cons:

Expensive, parking is overpriced given that already spending close to $500 just for room.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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SARAH solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

Stunning view

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Diego extended_group us
8
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
J
Judyk couple us
9
Over all would recommend someone
Pros:

The room was very clean
The breakfast had variety
The property is near other restaurants

Cons:

They do cleaning after every other day

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
M
Michael solo_traveller us
8
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Karola extended_group de
9
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Foy couple us
8
Very good. We'll be back!
Pros:

Friendly staff, good recommendations, spacious room, comfy bed and pillows, nice kitchenette, spacious gym, and liked that breakfast was included.

Cons:

The finishes of the hotel felt a little dated.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
H
Hugo extended_group co
10
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Nick solo_traveller us
7
Simple, reliable, with decent breakfast
Pros:

Good location, easy walk from Suburban station. Decent breakfast. Nice lobby experience (free coffee, water, breakfast in the morning). Front desk staff was very nice.

Cons:

A little dirty, but nothing crazy.

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Danielle solo_traveller us
8
Stay was ok
Pros:

We loved the view!

Cons:

Breakfast was very packed! The set up was comfusing on where to ingress and egress, a sign would of been helpful. Bed pillows were 4 different sizes and uncomfortable.

2026-04-27 via Nuitee