Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaCenter City West
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
Whimsical Art Deco tower
Center City West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Renovated
2019
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Heritage SocialOutside the door
The house
IHGWhimsical Art Deco tower
The former architects' headquarters balances sharp 1920s geometry with playful local art and an open, convivial living room.
“Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, and Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia are Silver and Gold LEED certified by the U.S. Green Building Council.”
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in AFAR.
No surprise — the 1929 Art Deco building is a beauty, and the hotel does well to make art and architecture its theme.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Rittenhouse Square is one block south, filled with shaded benches and ringed by lively sidewalk cafes.
The rooms
Rooms get plenty of natural light through tall windows, and bathrooms have marble vanities with recycled glass tile.
Bar
Square 1682
Red leather stools line the long counter at this two-story restaurant, which serves craft cocktails and modern American plates.
At the table
Private dining tables sit beneath domed chandeliers. A curved bar serves drinks beside pop art portraits on the 24th floor.
How it began
Architect Paul Philippe Cret designed the 1929 tower, which housed the city's American Institute of Architects chapter for four decades.
Philadelphia
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.