MORRIS HOUSE HOTEL, Philadelphia – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Accommodations
The Morris House Hotel offers 17 rooms and suites across three historic buildings. Options include standard rooms with courtyard views, mini suites with separate sitting areas, and large extended suites with kitchenettes. The Wedding Suite features a 590 sq ft layout with a king bed, spiral staircase, full kitchen, Jacuzzi tub, and balcony overlooking the garden. All rooms include flat-screen TVs, Pharmacopia toiletries, and triple-sheeted bedding.
Complimentary Dining Options
A continental breakfast is served daily from 7-10 AM in the library, featuring individually wrapped baked goods, fresh fruit, yogurt, hard-boiled eggs, oatmeal, and cereal. Freshly brewed Philly Fair Trade coffee is available throughout the day. Afternoon refreshments are provided complimentary to guests.
Event Venue & Garden
The property features a 4,800 sq ft courtyard garden available for events, weddings, and private gatherings. The historic Morris House Library serves as an event space for meetings, dinners, and celebrations. The hotel hosts occasional concerts and performances in the garden and library spaces.
Central Historic Location
Located on St James Street in Washington Square West, the hotel is 295 feet from Washington Square Park. It sits within America's most historic square mile, 0.3 miles from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The property is 0.2 miles from Pennsylvania Hospital, 0.4 miles from Jefferson Hospital, and 0.1 miles from Wills Eye Hospital. Reading Terminal Market is 0.7 miles away, and the Pennsylvania Convention Center is 0.8 miles from the hotel.
Guest Services & Amenities
24-hour concierge service assists with local recommendations and arrangements. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi throughout, a guest business workstation with computer and printer, and daily housekeeping. Parking is available across the street at a garage on 8th Street for $42 per 24 hours. The front desk can arrange ironing boards, extra bedding, and other room necessities upon request.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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