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Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Property class: 2.5

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view.
A modern hotel lobby with a central staircase, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.
A hallway with a checkered floor, a staircase with wooden balusters, and a chandelier.
A historic building with large windows and a classic architectural style, featuring a sign for a restaurant and a barber shop.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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235 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
  • Place, Independence National Historical Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Independence Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Liberty Bell Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, flanked by nightstands with lamps and a digital clock.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Queen sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Queen sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

Room

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a lamp.

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Queen sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Queen sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Philadelphia

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection puts you in the heart of Philadelphia, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Independence Hall and Liberty Bell Center. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include free buffet breakfast, a gym and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Center City hotel include Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse Square.

What's nearby

  • Independence National Historical Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Museum of the American Revolution - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Independence Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Liberty Bell Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Liberty Bell - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • 2nd St. Station - 3 min walk
  • Philadelphia Temple University Station - 6 min drive
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oh Brother Philly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sonny's Famous Steaks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Khyber Pass Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buddakan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Old City Beer Garden - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. A health club, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian Philadelphia hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1856
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection offers 36 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 44-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (USD 28 per night); reservations required
  • Parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Health club

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (81 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1856
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 44-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 34.65
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 28 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 28 per night (499 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 34.65 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

Property Registration Number 215918

Property is also known as

Best Western Independence
Best Western Independence Park
Best Western Independence Park Hotel
Best Western Plus Independence
Best Western Plus Independence Park
Best Western Plus Independence Park Hotel
Best Western Plus Independence Park Hotel Philadelphia
Best Western Plus Independence Park Philadelphia
Independence Park Hotel
Philadelphia Best Western
Best Western Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection?

Yep, Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 28 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection on 23 Nov 2026 start from AU$214, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection is a hit with families.

Does Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection serve breakfast?

Yeah, our visitors highly rate the free buffet brekkie here! Served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection?

No, Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 747 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean and updated rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Old hotel in a great location, staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic hotel just steps from independence hall. Have done a terrific job of keeping the vibe with modern amenities. Excellent price point and will definitely stay here again. And they have an amazing restaurant right next door, Forsythia. Everyone who stays here should eat there!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not ask for better locatiin, comfort and kindness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying at the hotel, and both times were great! The staff was wonderful and the area the hotel is located in, right in the heart of Old City, is just perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff. Quaint. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice, helpful, and very friendly. The hotel was really clean and the beds were very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Charming building, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient to all if the historic sites. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic historical building that was near everything in walking distance. Staff especially helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff! Clean hotel and rooms, breakfast was good! Amazing location minutes/walkable to all historic sites
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a great location, friendly staff, and good location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of the Historic District.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay! The staff was super nice and friendly. The room was clean, modern and updated for a historic building. The atmosphere of the hotel was great in the lobby. Breakfast was very good! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has a great location, a good breakfast and parking near by. You can walk to many places and there are great restaurants near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel located directly across from the Museum of the American revolution and a short walk to the historic square. Easy checking and complementary breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is near the historical places we wanted to see. It is itself a registered national historic place. The staff were friendly and the room was clean. The buffet breakfast was good. It has an assigned free parking. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is the perfect place to stay when visiting historic Philadelphia. It's walking distance from everything! Friendly service and very helpful when roads are closed. We truly enjoyed our stay - thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location, awesome staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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