In the heart of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Hotel Bella Vista is within a 5-minute drive of Pennsylvania Convention Center and Independence Hall. .This boutique hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Liberty Bell Center.
What's nearby
Independence Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Pennsylvania Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Reading Terminal Market - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Liberty Bell Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Rittenhouse Square - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Philadelphia University City Station - 4 min drive
9th-10th & Locust St Station - 10 min walk
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Italian Market - 4 min walk
Angelo’s Pizzeria - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 5 min walk
Gleaner's Cafe - 4 min walk
Hawthornes - 3 min walk
About this property
Philadelphia Hotel Bella Vista
Victorian hotel in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Hotel Bella Vista offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Philadelphia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Satellite television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Off-site parking within 801 ft (USD 25.00 per day)
Street parking available
Food and drink
Room service available
Family friendly
Microwave
Fridge
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
This property does not have any lifts
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Egyptian cotton sheets
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Towels
Entertainment
Satellite channels
TV
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Microwave
Paper towels
Fridge
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Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-friendly workspace
Mobile key entry
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 35.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Nearby parking fee: USD 25.00 per day (801 ft away)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 218702
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
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Philadelphia Hotel Bella Vista Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Very clean room, comfortable bed, ac/heat, tv, mini refrigerator, and microwave; great for a "historical escape", antique lovers, or a romantic getaway; it is walk-up stairs only, we were on second floor; this is a town house, not a traditional hotel, with no elevators, front desk, room service, and low chance of extending stay for an extra night, due to small number of rooms.
Loved the look of the room. Great location we were able to walk around. Really the 1 and only thing i disliked was seeing a covkroach. I understand that sometimes this happenes in the city but i dont have to like it.
We chose to stay at Philadelphia Hotel Bella Vista for our anniversary because we wanted to get a feel for Philly without feeling “touristy.” We were within walking distance of our favorite Italian restaurant (Ralph’s) and bakery (Isgro’s). We stayed in the Tip Top suite. It was spacious and roomy with a big kitchen and very comfortable bed. I was concerned that the city noise would be a burden at night, but it was quiet. Street parking can be hard to come by, but we lucked out and found a spot right out front of the hotel. We just had to move it twice during the day to avoid a ticket (no tickets after 6:30pm in some spots). Overall, we enjoyed our stay and recommend this to any travelers wanting to have a more authentic Philly experience when visiting the city.
We stayed in the Tip Top suite and we loved it. Tons of room and lots of quirky decorations. The area is great and very walkable. Wish we could have stayed longer!
The hotel is eclectic. It is self serve in that you have codes to your room. I had no contact with any staff. The location was why I picked the hotel as well as the price. It worked for me, but may not work for people who expect the usual amenities of a full blown hotel like a Hampton or Hilton. The manager was very patient when I had issues with my credit card ( I hadn't told Visa I was traveling).
The check in was delayed. The roof wallpaper was falling apart. No food/drinking water. No services to contact them for issues. Over priced
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
7 Nov 2019
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I booked a room at Bella Vista because all the hotels were booked. It’s in a great location, a nice walk to different parts of the city. I stayed in the Oasis Room, and though it was clean, the facility hadn’t been kept up well. The wallpaper trim was peeling off to revels what looked like a damp wall (and maybe mold, though maybe it was just the glue), and the shower didn’t really drain. Those things were pretty gross to me. It might have just been the room I stayed in
This is one of the best places I have ever stayed in.
It is located in a very cool area of Philly, with a ton of restaurants.
I would definitely stay here again and again.
Thanks Barbara!!! I had a great time in your place.
Stairs were miserable - steep and narrow - with luggage, and our room was on the third floor. The Owner contrives things to she does not have to be there to greet you, so we never met or even spoke except for her call to make certain I would not disturb her when we arrived. I asked two questions by email and she told me to look it up in a book provided in the room, when I got there. The information in the book was not helpful. There were pumps attached to the wall for shampoo, conditioner and bath gel. The bath gel reservoir was empty and there was a half-used block of Irish Spring in the shower soap dish. Very appealing... There was also a bottle of bath gel under the bathroom sink. The place is located in a somewhat run-down area of South Philadelphia. Not a slum, but between the location and the service, we probably paid about twice what this place was worth.
If you are visiting Philadelphia to take in the history and culture, Bella Vista is wonderful choice. It’s also very affordable, and frankly nicer than other 3 star hotels. We stayed in the LaGrande room and thought it was just lovely. Spacious, quirky, romantic, and just a fun space. The hotel itself is located in the South Philly/Little Italy neighborhood, and very walkable. All the major sites are within a 2 mile walking radius. There are not a lot of amenities in the hotel itself, so if you are looking for room service, and other things onsite this probably wouldn’t be the place for you. If you like traveling and living like a local, however, Bella Vista is a great choice. We’ll be back, for sure!
Old home with some charm divided into "hotel" rooms. One bathroom on our floor for everyone with no towels in the bathroom. Obviously, a bit awkward for most people. Neighborhood was interesting, with a great Italian section nearby, including legendary cheesesteak hot spots Geno's and Pat's. Close to downtown, close to pro sports sites. Price makes "sacrifices" worth it for many.