Alexander Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

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View from property
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Reception
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk chair
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk chair
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk chair
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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12th and Spruce Streets, Philadelphia, PA, 19107

What's nearby

  • Reading Terminal Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rittenhouse Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Liberty Bell Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Pennsylvania - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • 12th-13th & Locust Station - 3 min walk
  • Philadelphia University City Station - 4 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪U Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Knock - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Marilyn's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Voyeur Nightclub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bike Stop - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alexander Inn

Hotel near Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Located close to Academy of Music and Reading Terminal Market, Alexander Inn provides free continental breakfast and a free daily manager's reception. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Coworking spaces, concierge services, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Alexander Inn include perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 40 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 7 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 27 2025 to May 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 40 per day (1312 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
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, and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 921129

Property is also known as

Alexander Inn Philadelphia
Alexander Inn
Alexander Philadelphia
Alexander Hotel Philadelphia
Alexander Inn Hotel
Alexander Inn Philadelphia
Alexander Inn Hotel Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Is Alexander Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Alexander Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Alexander Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Alexander Inn located?

Located in Center City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Academy of Music, and Reading Terminal Market. Rittenhouse Square and Liberty Bell Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). 12th-13th & Locust Station is only a 3-minute walk and Walnut Locust Station is 6 minutes.

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Alexander Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 743 out of 1223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1223 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and homey feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel!! Loved the location Staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

GLYNN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, Elevator, Evening Social with Wine, Awesome Fresh Waffles plus More for Breakfast. Can't wait to stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located right in the middle of the Gayborhood! Their cocktail hour was super cute and the staff were especially friendly! Definitely recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Galyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location, pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great daily free events. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Good location, very basic room, no way to control A/C, basic breakfast with mediocre coffee. Nice front desk person, ok price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Selina who works the registration desk was AMAZING. The cleaning staff Alecia was efficient as well. Great small place to stay, feel safe and be in heart of downtown Philadelphia.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is an old school hotel in center city Philly. Not super modern but clean, convenient - and we liked the free drink tickets for their happy hour!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location. Hotel was old but clean and staff was very polite
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nazanin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was good surrounding was mediocre and very noisy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome, beautiful place , traffic and parking not the best . But the staff made up for the inconvenience of parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alexander Inn is my ride-or-die when I come to Philly. There are good parking options nearby, the rooms are comfortable, and the extra perks as well as the staff are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pearl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and competent staff. Older property with some historic charm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is in such a fun spot and the place itself is very nice snd pretty. Very nice staff and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location and it’s convenient. I believe the breakfast bar should have a little more. To it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fulton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Low key but well run hotel, clean with friendly staff. Will definitely come back when I visit Philly!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A delightful older property with bags of character. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The room was well equipped and comfortable. Happy hour drinks and snacks and a complimentary breakfast made my stay extremely enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
nice and neat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025