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The Inn at Swarthmore

Property class: 4
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Swarthmore hotel

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A large, modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Inn at Swatmore." It features a large, sloped roof and multiple windows, set against a backdrop of a sunset sky.
A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and pendant lighting.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen displaying a sports event.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, and a wooden cabinet.
A restaurant with outdoor seating, a covered patio, and a fireplace.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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10 South Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA, 19081
  • Place, Swarthmore College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spotlight Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Players Club of Swarthmore
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern bathroom with white tiles, a showerhead, a towel rack, and toiletries.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a beige sofa, two green armchairs, a matching ottoman, two side tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with a view of trees.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern bathroom with white tiles, a showerhead, a towel rack, and toiletries.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, and a wooden cabinet.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Standard 1 King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a beige sofa, two green armchairs, a matching ottoman, two side tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with a view of trees.

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Swarthmore

In historical district.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Swarthmore College and 3 miles (5 km) of Delaware County Courthouse. Widener University and Harrah's Casino and Racetrack are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Swarthmore College - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Spotlight Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eugene and Theresa Lang Performing Arts Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Players Club of Swarthmore - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Springfield Mall - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Swarthmore Station - 1 min walk
  • Island Ave & Woodland Ave Stop - 14 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mission BBQ - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Sbarro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Swarthmore

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Swarthmore hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Inn at Swarthmore. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Swarthmore hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Inn at Swarthmore offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Null
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 14.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 smoke detector
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Inn Swarthmore
The Inn at Swarthmore Hotel
The Inn at Swarthmore Swarthmore
The Inn at Swarthmore Hotel Swarthmore

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Inn at Swarthmore to the airport?

The Inn at Swarthmore is 8.8 mi (18-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 The Inn at Swarthmore?

As of Nov 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn at Swarthmore on Dec 1, 2026 start from CA $250, 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 The Inn at Swarthmore have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Inn at Swarthmore.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Inn at Swarthmore, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 3.00 and 14.00 per person. It's available every day from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Inn at Swarthmore?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Harrah's Casino and Racetrack (9-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Inn at Swarthmore?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM.

Is there free parking at The Inn at Swarthmore?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore have a pool?

The Inn at Swarthmore does not have a pool.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Inn at Swarthmore to downtown Swarthmore?

The Inn at Swarthmore is 0.1 mi away from Swarthmore.

The Inn at Swarthmore Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 600 out of 868 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 868 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 868 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 868 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 868 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean, conveniently located, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. The restaurant in the hotel was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, it was easy to communicate with the staff as I had to check in late and the facilities are well maintained. Decent gym and everything was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, restaurant, campus store in the building and on site EV charging. Room was very nice too
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean room, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Ok hotel but expensive for what you get when they have functions. Not worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room | Great Location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall the property was good, other than coffee/tea there is option available as a curtesy or for purchase. being beverages and snacks or you will need to leave the premises if the restaurant isn't open.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient short walk to central campus with modest well maintained rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Yes room was clean, parking great, food amazing, and staff was pushing, especially about check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were just there for 1 night and it was great proximity basically on the campus of Swarthmore which is what we needed. Clean and easy!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property on wonderful campus. Only note for improvement is The Broad Table Tavern does not open for breakfast until 08:00, well after I had to leave each morning for work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice hotel. Clean room and great staff. The Broad Table Tavern was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great comfortable stay at a beautifully run and maintained hotel. Great nights sleep. Bar/restaurant was great. Good bartender, i think her name was Zoey? She made a good martini and she was fast and efficient. The lady at the front desk at checkin was very helpful. Sorry forgot her name. And there is free parking!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel . Pleasant staff. Good food but our room was not cleaned one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a lovely place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the check in was great! The Inn was the perfect place to stay for our visit to the area we will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clean with very comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome and amazing just great nice view scenery room everything was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff were very personable and professional!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine. Nice small town hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Location is fabulous. Easy to walk around the town at any time. Just love the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small beautiful hotel in a great location. Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean. Provided room service everyday as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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