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    Morris House Hotel

    597 reviews
    #9 of 89 Hotels in Philadelphia
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    225 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3519
    (215) 922-2446
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    4.5
    597 reviews
    • Excellent65%
    • Very good28%
    • Average4%
    • Poor2%
    • Terrible1%
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    Free Wifi
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    225 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3519 See on map
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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    All reviewswashington squarethe main housecontinental breakfastno elevatorsitting roomcomplimentary glass of winepublic roomspennsylvania hospitalhistoric charmfreshly baked cookiesindependence hallthird floorcharming hotelacross the streetmodern conveniencesliberty bellsmall hotel
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    History in a Hotel

    We chose this hotel because of its historical value, as it's well over 230 yrs old. We knew going in that there would be some modern conveniences missing, but that was OK. The hotel made up for it in charm, where it lacked in elevators...More

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    Hotel's Favourite
    Reviewed 7 December 2017
    Historic and outstanding place to stay

    This is a very well-appointed B&B type hotel, just a few blocks from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. It was built in 1787, the year the Constitutional Convention was meeting nearby. Utterly comfortable, and a pleasure to stay here. The M Restaurant, adjoining, gives...More

    1  Thank Mary P
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Location, location, location

    Stayed at this lovely hotel while my husband was a patient at Pennsylvania Hospital. The staff was generously accommodating given the many unknowns of a hospital stay. It was rejuvenating to come back and sit beside a warm fire and awake to an elegant breakfast...More

    Thank Suzanne B
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Historic Inn Could Benefit From Upgrade on Breakfast

    The Morris House Hotel may be running slightly on auto pilot. Rooms are as expected in a historic inn, some slight inconveniences like old shower heads and small bathrooms but the beds are comfortable and with the added sitting room, there is more than enough...More

    Thank san679
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Historically elegant and perfectly located

    We were in town to visit all the national park sites associated with the birth of our nation and wanted a small hotel within walking distance of all the sites. Wow did we score!! Morris House is a recently renovated large residence that was built...More

    Thank Jim S
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    22 July 2016|
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    Response from eamcgovern | Reviewed this property |
    I understand room 101 is, but call ahead.
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    22 May 2016|
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    Response from Ross F | Reviewed this property |
    Probably a 10–15 minute walk to Elfreth Ally. Not far but not very close.
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    22 May 2016|
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    Response from Nathan D | Reviewed this property |
    The hotel is about 20mins walking distance according to Google maps.
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    "If you have mobility issues, there are some rooms at the ground level. Otherwise, it's steep stairs..."
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    "First floor of carriage house is handicap accessible"
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    "I stayed in Room 201 which is just above the banquet room (and the Weds and Friday jazz), but the sound was..."
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    "There's no elevator, so consider that if you're choosing between the 2d and 3d floors."
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