Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia — a design-forward boutique near Rittenhouse Square
If you want a design-forward boutique in the upscale district without a 5-star price tag, the Kimpton Palomar near Rittenhouse Square is the answer. The free nightly wine hour is a favourite touch.
The hotel is a few blocks from Rittenhouse Square in the heart of Center City, an easy walk to the neighbourhood's restaurants, cafes and shopping, near the Walnut-Locust station on the Broad St line. This location puts you in the most upscale district in town at an accessible boutique price.
"Back at the hotel in the evening, free wine hour in the stylish lobby before heading out to dinner around Rittenhouse."
Rooms are modern boutique style with the colour and personality typical of Kimpton, a good size by city standards. What guests praise is the comfortable beds and a room feel that is more stylish than the usual chain, ideal for those who like design but do not want to pay luxury rates.
The Kimpton signature is the free nightly wine hour in the lobby, with a relaxed atmosphere. Staff are friendly and helpful, and the hotel is pet-friendly. There is an on-site restaurant and gym, suiting couples and solo travellers who want a good vibe.
On value, rates start around 215 dollars a night, which is excellent for a boutique in the Rittenhouse area. You get design, location and good service for clearly less than a full luxury hotel, which is why it is so popular.
One thing to know: this is a city-block hotel with no standout view or resort-level facilities. If you expect a big pool or city views from the room, this is not it, but if location and design at a fair price are the priority, it is a great fit.
Bottom line: the Kimpton Palomar sells design, a Rittenhouse location and free wine hour at an accessible price. If you want the upscale district without 5-star rates, it is the best value-for-joy pick in the list.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ Rittenhouse location at a boutique price
- ✓ Free nightly wine hour
- ✓ Stylish room design
- ✓ Friendly, pet-friendly service
- ! No standout room views
- ! No large pool
- ✓ Walk to Rittenhouse dining
- ✓ Great value for a boutique
- ✓ Comfortable beds, clean rooms
- ✓ Helpful staff
- ! Some rooms run small
- ! Pricey parking
- 💡If you want city views from the room — this is a city-block hotel · Fix → see Four Seasons or The Logan for views
- 💡If you want a pool — there is no large pool · Fix → see a hotel with a rooftop pool in the list
- 💡If you are driving — parking is pricey · Fix → use the Broad St Line at nearby Walnut-Locust
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