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Where to stay with kids in Philly

Posted on 07/29/2009 2:11:39 PM PDT by getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

Flying into Philly with kids. In need of hotel recs.


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KEYWORDS: airport; hotel; philadelphia; philly
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I need to find a hotel that is safe, clean, accessible from the PHL airport via hotel shuttle where the kids and I can kill time until dh joins us the next day. We only need it one night.

We aren't able to sightsee this trip, so we only need a restaurant and something interesting to keep the kids entertained. If you can recommend any place, I'd be most appreciative.

Thanks in advance :)

1 posted on 07/29/2009 2:11:39 PM PDT by getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

Are you bringing your pit bulls with you?


2 posted on 07/29/2009 2:13:51 PM PDT by Radl (sai)
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL
Your best best is to stay in the Old City. Safe, well patrolled, and filled with 90% of what you are interested in seeing. I've usually day tripped to Philly, or stayed with relatives in West Chester. Nevertheless, I seem to remember friends staying at a Sheraton in the area that was decent.

Outside of Old City, you and your family may enjoy the museums, particularly the Franklin Institute. These are an easy cab ride away.

3 posted on 07/29/2009 2:14:43 PM PDT by Clemenza (Remember our Korean War Veterans)
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

Delaware...
:-)


4 posted on 07/29/2009 2:15:33 PM PDT by BlueNgold (... Feed the tree!)
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

Look for one that has armed guards.


5 posted on 07/29/2009 2:17:48 PM PDT by smokingfrog (No man's life, liberty or property is safe while the legislature is in session. I AM JIM THOMPSON)
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL
No trip to Philly is complete without the trip to The Philly Museum of Art.

Its been awhile but the last time I went there I was walking through one of the galleries when I heard the most distinctive laugh and recognized it from the movies.

I continued down the gallery and who did I come across but Vincent Price.

He was a very unassuming fellow and we chatted for several minutes before going on our seperate ways.

6 posted on 07/29/2009 2:20:44 PM PDT by mware (F-R-E-E, that spells free. Free Republic.com baby.)
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

how much you looking to spend? the crown plaza at 18th and market is nice, downtown and in a safe area. tons of restaurants nearby and a vibrant nightlife.


7 posted on 07/29/2009 2:21:31 PM PDT by philsfan24
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

Where to stay with kids in Philly? Virginia


8 posted on 07/29/2009 2:23:57 PM PDT by bmwcyle (Obama is an illegal alien)
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

also has a pool on the roof and i believe an airport shuttle service.


9 posted on 07/29/2009 2:24:22 PM PDT by philsfan24
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To: bmwcyle

Cross the Bridge and stay in Joisey!


10 posted on 07/29/2009 2:28:37 PM PDT by Young Werther (Julius Caesar (Quae Cum Ita Sunt. Since these things are so.))
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

Stay at the airport so you can leave KILLADELPHIA in a hurry if you have to .


11 posted on 07/29/2009 2:34:56 PM PDT by Renegade (You go tell my buddies)
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

Depending on your situation, you may want to look into the Windsor Suites. It’s not luxury, so it saves some money while at the same time having apartment like layout with kitchen. Stayed there with my son several times. Close to Ben Franklin Center and Museum. I mention it here because it is one of the lesser known hotels in the city, but delivers the best value IMHO.

By the airport, hotels are very expensive for what you get. I am a frequent overnight guest in Philadelphia and when I’m not staying in South Philly with friends, always hit the Windsor.

www.windsorhotel.com


12 posted on 07/29/2009 2:38:31 PM PDT by stevestras
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

I’d check out tripadvisor.com and use the airport shuttle into the city.


13 posted on 07/29/2009 2:38:33 PM PDT by takbodan (.)
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To: Young Werther

“Cross the Bridge and stay in Joisey!”

Indeed, Camden is a lovely place to be shot at.


14 posted on 07/29/2009 2:40:20 PM PDT by takbodan (.)
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To: BlueNgold

Delaware...
:-)

LMAO...I thought the same thing!


15 posted on 07/29/2009 2:41:17 PM PDT by antivenom (Uhbama sides with Gates: Due to Color, not the facts, nothing more racist than that!)
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Ok. Funny, funny. Between the stress of politics, a sick cat and one child who hates to travel, I’m not seeing fun in my near future.

But how far of a drive is it to any of these places? And is it safe to take a cab? That always scares me. Plus, I’d rather an airport shuttle.


16 posted on 07/29/2009 2:56:10 PM PDT by getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL (****************************Stop Continental Drift**)
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To: takbodan

Once dh flies in, we’re going into joisey. Grew up there, and dad has rented a beach house.


17 posted on 07/29/2009 2:57:57 PM PDT by getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL (****************************Stop Continental Drift**)
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To: getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL

Camden, New Jersey is gorgeous this time of year...


18 posted on 07/29/2009 2:58:06 PM PDT by ERJCaptain
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I’m sure it is, but I have no transportation until dh arrives.


19 posted on 07/29/2009 2:59:33 PM PDT by getmeouttaPalmBeachCounty_FL (****************************Stop Continental Drift**)
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To: Young Werther

What the hell go all the way and stay in Camden, it will give the kids something to do while you take care of business.


20 posted on 07/29/2009 3:07:52 PM PDT by Recon Dad ( MARSOC DAD)
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