Located in the Midtown Village area of downtown Philadelphia, this boutique hotel is one block from the performing arts district Avenue of the Arts. The rooms at The Arco are furnished with natural wood flooring, a coffee maker, and a private bathroom. They are equipped with a flat-screen TV with Chromecast and free Wi-Fi. Independence Hall is only a 15-minute walk away from Sonder l The Arco. The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts is just a block from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Philadelphia, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.4
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.9
Low score for Philadelphia
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • William
    Brazil Brazil
    Great place with very easy check in and check out process, everything is dealt with the app. The room is modern, clean, and the beds and sheets are very comfortable. A microwave, many ammenities and some other utilites is at disposal in the common...
  • Aikaterini
    Greece Greece
    The location was perfect near the old city and many cafe/restaurants and shops. The room was spacious and clean. The locker service is very helpful, because we left our luggages before the checkin and after the checkouts and we didn't have to drag...
  • Bradley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. Really easy to check in. Free lockers for luggage. Large room. Clean and comfortable.
  • Manuel
    Ireland Ireland
    Great central location in Philly Center City. About a 10 minute walk to City Hall and walking distance to South Street, Love Park, Reading Terminal Market and lots of bars and restaurants close by. It is located in an LGBT area of Philly and there...
  • Iolo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious, comfortable, clean room with good sized bathroom. 10-15 minute walk to City Hall, 20-25 minute walk to Liberty Bell etc (but we jumped on the bus), and about 10 minute walk to Reading Market, which was a great spot for food (there were...
  • Lisa
    Australia Australia
    Good location. Spacious room. Instructions on how to access the room were clear.
  • Dulce
    Portugal Portugal
    The bed and the proximity to the subway, I do not recommend a long stay
  • Guido
    Germany Germany
    Excellent large rooms, coffee making facilities. Very central location, good restaurants and bars in the neighbourhood. Baggage storage facilities. Easy to check in.
  • Eduardo
    Brazil Brazil
    We love everything in our days in The Arco. We had a freedom of an Airbnb with the luxury of a upscale hotel, with the right size, in a historic building, with a short number of rooms. Certainly, we will stay in another location next travel.
  • Amer
    Lebanon Lebanon
    Location is excellent. Property concierge is quick to show up in case of any issues.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Arco powered by Sonder
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
The Arco powered by Sonder takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$400 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about £314. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

After confirmation, Sonder will reach out to guests through a secure link to gather some information regarding their stay. Sonder may require the guest to provide a photo of their government-issued photo ID. Guests will receive check-in details from property management three days prior to arrival. Please note: the layout, furniture, and decor of your space may vary from these photos. There is no room service, daily cleanings, or laundry facilities. There is no cable. This is a central location and is prone to city noise.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Arco powered by Sonder in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of US$400 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 854026

FAQs about The Arco powered by Sonder

  • The Arco powered by Sonder is 600 yards from the centre of Philadelphia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Arco powered by Sonder include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Quadruple

  • The Arco powered by Sonder offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at The Arco powered by Sonder may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at The Arco powered by Sonder is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.