Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG

Property class: 4.5

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Lobby
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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117 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
  • Place, Rittenhouse Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Terminal Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room (Essential)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, City View (Communications)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Presidential Suite

  • 109 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, City View (Accessible Tub)

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Single)

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Philadelphia

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG is centrally located in Philadelphia, a 3-minute walk from Rittenhouse Square and 12 minutes by foot from Pennsylvania Convention Center. .This luxury hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Liberty Bell Center and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Reading Terminal Market.

What's nearby

  • Walnut Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rittenhouse Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Reading Terminal Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Pennsylvania - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • 15th-16th & Locust Station - 5 min walk
  • 30th St Station - 19 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Capital One Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gran Caffe L'Aquila - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Konditori - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kura Revolving Sushi Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cava - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG offers 230 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Philadelphia hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.
Make yourself at home in one of the 230 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. 37-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including wireless internet access (surcharge) and concierge services. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a ballroom.
Grab a bite to eat at Square 1682, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Local cuisine breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 1 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Philadelphia? This hotel has 6000 square feet (557 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Square 1682 - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 12.99 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 12.99 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 71.05 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1 PM on weekends; USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Square 1682

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6,000 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Lift (102 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 25 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per day
  • Resort fee: USD 32.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • Lending library access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 12.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 12.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 71.05 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 702891

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Philadelphia
Palomar Philadelphia
Philadelphia Palomar

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 749 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1120 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room & Staff were dynamite, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rebecca, jermyn

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Matthew, jermyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desk staff was lovely, room nice and everyone enjoys a free wine hour.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff, comfortable bed, nice amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with partner
Not very clean…
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean modern hotel in the heart of the Philadelphia central district. Plenty of shops and restaurants in the area. The staff are friendly, helpful and professional. The hotel has a large bar/restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Olawunmi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Margarita, Cherry Hill

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Price was much higher then expected upon check in. Room had a nice view of center city. Bathroom layout was awkward and I could not reach the hair dryer above the sink. Lights flickered, outlets were in the worse places in terms of hair appliances, sheets were discolored and rings from drinks seems to be on every surface. Other then that seemed very clean just damaged from past messes. Room did not come with robes and slippers. Staff was super kind but be aware cleaning comes very early. Heard from fellow guests the restaurant was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Lovely hotel. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic the room was nice clean and well organized. I was unable to get to the restaurant in the hotel but it looked nice. The staff was so nice and I felt very welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carol L.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff very friendly and helpful a the location was perfect for wandering around Philly. Highly recommend given price point
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cheukwang

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent menu in dining room and attentive staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendi

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Cerise

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed in this hotel for an interview in Philadelphia. At 0130 the night before my interview, I awoke to a high pitched, shrill, constant noise. This noise persisted for about 20-30 minutes. I called the front desk and they sent someone up to evaluate, by which point the noise had stopped. They suggested it was due to "electrical wiring" and did not have a solution for this overnight. My only options were to move room or to hope it didn't come back. I opted for the latter, but the noise came back around 0200 and wouldn't stop. Ultimately I had to completely move room at about 0230 the night before an interview, and no one even offered to help me carry my belongings through the hallway at nearly 3am. I got about 2 hours of sleep before my interview. The compensation I was offered was to waive the "amenity fee" (which is a scam to begin with) but I accepted. On checkout, they still tried to charge me the amenity fee, saying that because I had "used the benefits" by going to the restaurant, I should essentially still have to pay, though ultimately I was able to get them to comp the amenity fee. Overall, I understand some things are beyond hotels' control but the customer service was completely devoid of any regard for what I had to deal with, and I felt nickeled-and-dimed by what claims to be a 4 star hotel. Disappointing and would recommend to stay elsewhere
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Andres

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
No kids friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025