Waterfront Inn PHL Airport

2.5 star property
Motel near Harrah's Casino and Racetrack in Essington

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Property grounds
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View
Courtyard view
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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103 Taylor Avenue, Essington, PA, 19029
  • Place, John Heinz Refuge Trails Trailhead
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Xfinity Mobile Arena
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Lincoln Financial Field
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

  • 42 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View

  • 30 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View (Wheelchair Accessible)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room with River View

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Queen Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Essington

Near the airport.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Essington motel, you'll find Harrah's Casino and Racetrack and Subaru Park. Xfinity Mobile Arena is within 9 miles (15 km) and Lincoln Financial Field is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • John Heinz Refuge Trails Trailhead - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Xfinity Mobile Arena - 10 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Lincoln Financial Field - 11 min drive - 16.9 km
  • University of Pennsylvania - 16 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 20 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Prospect Park - Moore Station - 4 min drive
  • PHL Airport Terminals E & F Station - 8 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Stinger's Waterfront - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Phò Philly - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Inn PHL Airport

Motel near Harrah's Casino and Racetrack in Essington
As a guest of Waterfront Inn PHL Airport, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). The business-friendly Waterfront Inn PHL Airport also features a garden and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Essington motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Waterfront Inn PHL Airport offers 40 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 20-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include hydromassage showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

This Essington motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 30.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Extended parking fee: USD 10 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Airport Waterfront
Airport Waterfront Essington
Airport Waterfront Inn
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Waterfront Airport
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Waterfront Phl Essington
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Waterfront Inn PHL Airport Essington
Waterfront Inn PHL Airport Motel Essington

Waterfront Inn PHL Airport Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 337 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 122 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 200 out of 1003 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The shuttle and driver were good. The issues started at the hotel. There was an odor of burned marijuana near the office, which does not inspire confidence. The room were supposed to be non smoking, but there was a strong odor of cigarette smoke in the room. The ceiling paint was peeling in large spots. The cleaning showed a lack of attention to detail with dirt on the baseboards and in corners, and there was a large stain on the couch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and a great price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sherman

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely amazing

Hotel hospitality was excellent Mr. Prince,was polite and friendly. Prince will go the extra mile and make you feel valued. He showed genuine care and patience. Always listen to our concerns. Hotel overall is great we love and will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rooms Nicely Renovated

I stayed here last year and was pleasantly surprised to find the rooms renovated, with very good quality work and fixtures. Road access is excellent and great location along the river and next to a park. I'll definitely be staying here on my next visit to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, Great service hospitality was amazing absolutely the best!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Pablo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This property is good for overnight stay close to the airport and it also provides ride from and to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

taraya

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eboni

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable atmosphere

The only reason why it wasn't a 5- star review was due to 3 things: 1) no shuttle after midnight from the he airport (you find it later mentioned at the end of the reservation; 2) nobody to greet you after 11:00 p.m. (you need to go to the lobby of a nearby hotel to get your key, but it was a flawless transaction) and; 3) there wasn't any real breakfast to speak of. I have been in cheaper hotels that offered a breakfast. There was only a coffee option in the room/front office.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property has been updated inside. The outside doesn't look as fancy as the inside. Parking is easy, and oversize is avaliable. Rooms were clean, and the bathrooms were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value and comfort.

We stayed there due to being about 10 miles from Citizens bank park 1x and 2x due to the “park, sleep, and fly” aspect to fly out of PHL. The beds are comfy and rooms are nicer as they have been recently renovated. There was some visible dust on the top of baseboards and also no elevators to navigate the 3 floors. It’s our go-to when staying in that area. Also some GREAT food near by, less than 1 mile, Pho Philly and America’s pie for pizza.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

francis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at the Waterfront Inn. Our room was clean and spacious with a river view. Room had everything we needed for a pleasant stay. The front desk person was friendly and had us checked in quickly. We especially enjoyed sitting on the waterfront patio and watching the boats cruising by and airplanes flying overhead. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
For the most part it was okay. It was in a nice area and you could go out and see the water and ships. The rooms are very small though and the beds were awful uncomfortable. You could feel the metal bedframe. Our showerhead wasnt fully connected to the wall and we had issues with the water preassure. The staff was nice though. If I only needed to stay a day it is good but I would not stay any extended time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donalyn Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room for the price, very clean, hot shower, convenient distance from airport WITH a free shuttle. Can't beat it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tammi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property outside needs a TLC, the rooms are newly remodeled, looked amazing. They did a great job. The deck out by the river was nice to sit and relax on. They were working when we entered the front office and we had a bad feeling but once we saw the rooms, no problem, rooms were great, have to see..I will stay again. Also great to park and fly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice comfy stay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025