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Philadelphia Map: The LathamThe Latham Frommer's Highly Recommended

Address
135 S. 17th St
Location At Walnut Street, West of Broad Street
Transportation SEPTA: Walnut-Locust. Bus: 21, 42, or PHLASH
Phone 877/528-4261, 215/563-7474
Fax 215/568-0110
Web site www.lathamhotel.com
Room Information 139 units
Prices $159 double. Weekend packages available. Up to 2 children stay free in parent's room
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV, Wi-Fi, minibar, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron
Parking Valet parking $20

Frommer's Review

A landmark apartment house from 1915 to 1970, The Latham's charm, congeniality, and attention to small details bring to mind a small, superbly run Swiss hostelry. On weekday mornings, the lobby -- a high-ceilinged salon with terrazzo highlights -- is filled with refreshed executives, though the hotel does no convention business. The reception staff is quick and professional. The guest rooms, redone in Victorian motif, are not huge or lavish but perfectly proportioned and decorated with cheerful striped silk.

Facilities:
Restaurant; lounge; small fitness center; concierge; laundry service; dry cleaning

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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