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Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

2.5 star property
Victorian hotel near Pennsylvania Convention Center

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Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)
Lobby
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Queen sofabed)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

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.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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

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

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Work Desk, Mini Fridge, Plush Top Mattress, Walk in Shower, Coffee and Tea Maker

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Queen Sofabed, Street View, Work Desk, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Street View, Work Desk, Mini Fridge, Walk in Shower, Coffee and Tea Maker

  • Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, 50 Inch Hdtv, Microwave and Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 2

Premium 1 Queen Bed And Sofabed Room Mini Fridge Coffee Tea Maker Safe Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Superior Room, Sofabed, Mini Fridge, Work Desk, Coffee and Tea Maker

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Superior Room, Queen Sofabed, Street View, Mini Fridge, Work Desk

  • Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Work Desk, Mini Fridge, Plush Top Mattress, Walk In Shower, Coffee And Tea Maker

  • Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Communication Assistance, Street View, Work Desk, Mini Fridge, Shower Only

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Philadelphia

Center City stay.Your stay at this Center City hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse Square. University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Museum of Art are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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
  • National Constitution Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Oh Brother Philly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buddakan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Khyber Pass Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Campo's Philly Cheesesteaks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sonny's Famous Steaks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Victorian hotel near Pennsylvania Convention Center
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center 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
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1856
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Business center (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
  • Elevator
  • 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 hair dryers.

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; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Health club

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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

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 each 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).

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

How close is Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection to the airport?

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection is 11.4 mi (16-min drive) away from the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection on Apr 5, 2026 start from CA $175, excluding 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.

Does Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection.

Does Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection offer free breakfast?

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rivers Casino (4-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Early check-in costs USD 34.65 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 28 per night.

Does Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection have a pool?

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection does not have a pool.

Does Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection to downtown Philadelphia?

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection is 1.1 mi away from Philadelphia.

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 718 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Easton

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the staff was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jilana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very friendly. The room was a bit small and the light wasn't working in the entry so it was dark. The location was outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this property was amazing! Always willing to help and guide you in the right direction. Our room was perfect and it was always left clean when we returned. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed this hotel during our 2 night stay. Convenient location just a few blocks from Independence Mall. Room was clean. Breakfast was great. Staff was very friendly. It was raining and they let us use their large umbrellas to bring in our luggage. Would stay again if visiting Philly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was pleasant and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. Close to reasonably priced dinning option and historical landmarks.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, really really great location and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suqin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was helpful and friendly. Free cookies and warm cider was a nice touch!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn, Saylorsburg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All was good except the parking they over charged me $50 was supposed to be $28 and never sent or gave me a receipt
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Telelash

The hotel and room were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and cool historical building. In walking distance to list of the tourist spots and near many great small businesses.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Independence Park Hotel was great. The hotel was clean, the room was clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful. I don't have a single criticism and would recommend it to anyone visiting the historic district.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
SO conveniently located, room was clean and staff was helpful and very friendly! Will stay here again when we visit Philly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff is very welcoming and helpful. Room was very well designed and clean. Offerings at breakfast were very good. We had a very restful and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely well maintained and updated historic property in the heart of historic attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025