Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
Pennsylvania · United States
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Character and identity
Set inside the 1907 Lafayette Building on Washington Square West, the Kimpton Monaco trades on the contrast between its sober Greek Revival shell and an interior that goes hard on colour and pattern: coffered ceilings and 18th-century wainscoting pushed up against boldly painted walls, Federal-nouveau furniture, and a wall of antique calligraphy pens behind reception. The 268 rooms run from Parkview and Deluxe through King Spa categories with vintage soaking tubs. Downstairs, Red Owl Tavern handles all-day dining with local sourcing; upstairs, Stratus Rooftop Lounge brings a 30-foot fireplace, DJ booth, and indoor/outdoor seating behind steel garage doors.
Who's it for
Best for:
History-minded travellers who want to walk to the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Museum of the American Revolution, and Penn's Landing without a cab in sight. Couples drawn to maximalist design, wellness perks (loaner bikes, in-room yoga mats, in-room massages), and rooftop cocktails will get the most out of it.
Should look elsewhere:
Design minimalists may find the printed wallpaper, patterned drapes, glossy red dressers, and mirrored tables a lot to absorb at once; the layering can read as disjointed. Travellers wanting a quiet, residential neighbourhood or destination fine dining should consider a different address.
Bottom line
Location is the headline here: nothing else in Philadelphia puts you this close to the colonial sites with this much personality attached. The cooking at Red Owl is competent rather than a reason to book. Splurge on a King Spa room for the soaking tub and add the $40 Soak Session; book directly to access wellness extras and rooftop access on warmer-weather weekends.
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What this place offers
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Table service
- Room service
- Breakfast
- Smoke-free property
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- Debit cards
