Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG

4.5 star property
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A hotel entrance with a large sign reading "HOTEL PALOMAR".
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather armchairs, a bookshelf, and a patterned rug.
A hallway with a patterned floor, two red sofas, and a chandelier.
A modern lounge area with a curved sofa, blue armchairs, and a fireplace.
A conference room with a long wooden table, six chairs, and a modern chandelier.

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
VIP Access
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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 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

2 Queen

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen City View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG

A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. A manager's reception is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, WiFi in public areas, and valet parking.
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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Rittenhouse Square. Features include a free manager's reception, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Rittenhouse Square and 12 minutes by foot from Pennsylvania Convention Center
  • Pets welcome for free
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Event space at this hotel measures 6000 square feet (557 square meters) and includes conference space. The luxury Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Square 1682 - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
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 coffee shop/cafe
  • 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
  • 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
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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 are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 702891
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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. 843 out of 1215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1215 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable hotel in an excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed staying at this hotel as it was close to nice restaurants and the shopping area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute ideal location, and quaint hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

EMIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice property, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mirjam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Audley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay and found the staff to be attentive. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location. A very pleasant experience - near many great restaurants and shopping. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Fabulous decor. The staff and service are outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best nights sleep in a long time. Very comfortable bed, great restaurant, super helpful staff, and loved the overall atmosphere and feel of this lovely hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Marios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great breakfast
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good food!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful! Breakfast was delicious! Did not need parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lucca at the bar is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn't eat breakfast, room was amazing, paying excellent, staff wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we drove up everyone and everything was excellent. Our room was very clean and quiet. The bed was so comfortable. I want to purchase their pillows. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Algernae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly, room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

R Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always stay at the Kimpton when I’m in Philly and it never disappoints.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All aspects were delightful. Good rate, great location, excellent room and facilities. Every single staff person was friendly, helpful, efficient and precise.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and staff were all super friendly and helpful! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

JASON

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at Kimpton before and booked here from past good experiences with Kimpton.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Pierina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room and clean and the amenities were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service clean 5 star hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026