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Morris House Hotel

Stay at Morris House Hotel in Philadelphia, featuring elegant rooms, free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and kitchens in some rooms. Close to Liberty Bell & Independence Hall.

225 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States View on map
9.4/10
Exceptional Based on 421 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Parking Air-conditioned Business center
What recent guests emphasize

Comfort, History, and Convenient Location

Recent guests highlight the hotel’s historic charm combined with modern comforts, attentive and friendly staff, and a prime spot perfect for exploring Philadelphia’s historic sites and trendy nearby neighborhoods.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff who enhance the guest experience.
  • Clean, spacious, and nicely furnished rooms with comfortable beds and well-equipped bathrooms.
  • Complimentary continental breakfast and afternoon tea served in an inviting setting.
  • Quiet atmosphere despite the central location in a bustling historic district.
  • Convenient parking options with discounted rates through the hotel.

Worth knowing

  • No elevator access to upper floors, which may be challenging for guests with mobility issues.
  • Some rooms include kitchenettes; however, there is no on-site restaurant or fitness center.
  • The property is smoke-free and does not allow pets.
  • Located in a historic building dating back to 1787, blending period character with modern amenities.
  • Although centrally located, there is no airport shuttle service available.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a quiet, boutique-style hotel with historic charm in Philadelphia’s Old City.
  • Visitors interested in walking to key landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.
  • Guests who appreciate personalized service and a cozy atmosphere over large-scale hotel amenities.
  • Those looking for a spot near trendy dining, shops, and LGBT-friendly nightlife.
  • Business travelers needing free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned comfort in a central location.
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About this property

Welcome to Morris House Hotel

Located at 225 S 8th St in Philadelphia’s historic district, Morris House Hotel occupies a landmark property dating back to 1787. The hotel blends period charm with modern comforts such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and thoughtfully appointed rooms, some of which include kitchens. Guests appreciate the elegant yet understated atmosphere, complemented by complimentary breakfast and afternoon tea served in a quiet, well-furnished setting.

The property operates as more than just a hotel, also functioning as an event and wedding venue as well as offering extended stay options. While the hotel lacks on-site restaurant and fitness facilities, conveniences like a business center and validated parking are available, enhancing practicality for both leisure and business travelers. The building is smoke-free and does not accommodate pets.

Many visitors highlight the hotel’s ideal location, walking distance from notable landmarks such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The surrounding area is trendy and inclusive, with nearby dining, LGBT-friendly bars, and quaint shops adding to the appeal. Guests find it particularly suited for those wanting to explore historic Philadelphia on foot while returning to a calm and uniquely atmospheric retreat.

Reviews commonly mention the friendly and accommodating staff, who often help enhance the stay with helpful local tips and thoughtful gestures. Some guests note the absence of an elevator as a consideration due to stairs accessing upper rooms. Overall, the high rating and consistent positive feedback underscore a well-regarded property suited to visitors seeking a quiet, comfortable, and historically rich base in the city.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Parking
Air-conditioned
Business center
Kitchens in some rooms
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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shirlgirl16 Apr 17, 2026
10

This boutique hotel was a wonderful experience. The staff are friendly and helpful. Our room had a spacious bathroom but we most enjoyed the continental breakfast and afternoon tea available in their library. The location made exploring the historic parts of Philadelphia very easy. Highly recommend if you want to have a quiet and unique experience.

SD
Stacey D Mar 18, 2026
10

Never had been to Philly and wanted to be able to walk to things to see from our hotel. Upon arrival, the staff was very friendly and shared the history of the hotel with us. Our room was on the third floor (no elevator), was very clean and very quiet. We parked across the street in the convenient parking ramp. The hotel does give you a discount for the ramp, which was an added bonus. The breakfast provided was adequate for our needs in a very quiet, clean and friendly dining room. The concierge recommended Talula's Garden for dinner, which was around the corner, and he graciously called to get us in. We had a great meal! There was a lot within walking distance to this hotel to see and will stay here again if ever in Philly. Thanks for a memorable stay, Morris House Hotel!

HN
Hala Nicolas Feb 23, 2026
10

My husband and I had a wonderful experience staying here. I also had lost a bracelet and the kind staff were able to locate it and mail it to me. I hope to be back here in the future!

RS
Renee Saraiva Feb 09, 2026
10

Just stayed here this weekend. Staff VERY accommodating, super friendly and pleasant! Location was great as we were there to see a show at walnut street theater. Unfortunately didn’t get to see as much around town this weekend as it was brutally cold and extremely windy. Can’t wait to book a stay this summer!!! See you then.

DS
Dawn Sullivan Jan 16, 2026
10

We stayed only one night after a show at Walt Street Theater but thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to return. This was our first visit and after booking, I realized I preferred another room. Claudia, the concierge was very helpful and responded quickly to arrange it. We loved room 301, it was a beautiful room, very comfortable bed, and nicely furnished with a lovely bathroom. The lobby and breakfast room are very nicely appointed and breakfast was lovely with something for everyone. I was in the mood for hot chocolate which I did not expect but it was available along with a variety of coffee, tea and cookies in the afternoon when we arrived. Also, they validate parking which gave a discount on the rate. Overall a wonderful stay and we will most definitely be back. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

C
Curly Jan 03, 2026
10

Outstanding in every way! Stayed at Morris when my husband had surgery at Pennsylvania Hospital. They went out of their way to accommodate me, however they were able! Room was beautiful & very clean. 2 bottles of water left daily. Continental breakfast was terrific! Only change I would’ve made was to be in main building. I have bad knees & had to walk 2 flights of stairs. Didn’t realize when making rez. When leaving, they helped me bring luggage down to main bldg. & they stored for the day. Amazing staff! Amazing hotel! THANK YOU STAFF AT THE MORRIS! Will be back for sure ( hopefully on vacation nxt time) ‼

KR
Karina Raimont Dec 31, 2025
10

The Morris House Hotel is a gem in Philadelphia. It's rich with history, and you will feel like you stepped into the late 1700s when you are here, but with the amenities of the 21st century. Jerry and Alejandro made us feel at home. Their continental breakfast is sufficient to fuel for the day, complete with coffee, tea, milk, juice, yogurt, muffins, oatmeal, and boiled eggs. Perhaps one of the greatest benefits is that it's walking distance from the Independence Historic Park area, which was the main reason for our visit to Philly. The rooms are large with ample space. I called ahead to request a welcome gift for my husband for his birthday, and Jerry exceeded my expectations with a beautiful cheese tray. We are very happy and hope to return soon.

SRS
STEVEN RYAN SCHERFEL Dec 26, 2025
10

Although a quick trip really loved this historic hotel right in the heart of the historic area of Philadelphia. We could walk to everything we wanted to see from Independence Hall to Betsy Ross house and everything in between. We found it to be nice and quiet also even though in downtown. Would definitely recommend.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Morris House Hotel

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Trendy area with LGBT-friendly bars & hip dining, plus quaint shops on Antique and Jeweler's Rows.

  • Jefferson 15 min Walk
  • Suburban 26 min Walk
  • William H. Gray III 30th Street 46 min Walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport 19 min Car · 42 min Transit
  • Lehigh Valley International Airport 1 hr 14 Car · 2 hr 25 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Pennsylvania. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Philadelphia Museum of Art 23,055 reviews

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4.8 · Art Museum
Liberty Bell 1 reviews

Liberty Bell

526 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States

4.6 · Historical Landmark
Independence Hall 7,788 reviews

Independence Hall

520 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States

4.7 · Historical Landmark
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