Summary:
A bright and calming studio with inspiring views of the Philadelphia Skyline. Featuring a cozy queen sized bed, full kitchen, large stylish bathroom, and easy elevator access. Centrally located in Center City's Loft District perfect for tourist and work travelers, minutes away from Reading Terminal Market, Independence National Historic Park, National Constitution Center, Museum of the American Revolution, Art Museum, Rail Park, only steps to Philadelphia Convention Center, and City Hall.
The Space:
We get you started off right with coffee roasted 100 yards away at Elixir Coffee Roasters, or tea for you leaf steepers. The Studio includes everything you need to make the perfect cup or pot.
The space has been tastefully designed, furnished, and stocked with only the highest of quality to meet all your expectations.
The fully stocked kitchen has all your cookware and cooking needs, and Sonos speaker for your favorite tunes while you prepare your favorite meal
Guest Access:
Self Check in with keypad 24/hrs a day with keypad and smart lock.
Guests have access to our secure luggage drop area for the morning leading up to their stay and upon check out until midnight.
The Neighborhood:
The apartment is located in the Kestrel Hotel in Callowhill aka. The Loft District. Its the most centrally located neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. Only steps away from the Philadelphia Convention Center (3-5 minute walk) City Hall and Center City.
In the immediate neighborhood our favorite hangouts are, Cafe Lift, Prohibition Taproom, Reading Viaduct/RailPark, Underground Arts, Trestle Inn and Elixir Coffee.
Biking in the Loft District is easy, flat and bike lanes are plentiful.
South on 13th St. will bring you through the intersection at Sansom St. This intersection boast a collection of some of Philadelphia's most acclaimed restaurants bars. Head westbound on Walnut St. and you'll quickly find yourself among world class shopping and the famed Rittenhouse Square. Chinatown offers a unique collection of the best Chinese and Vietnamese restaurants with an outstanding vibe. Take Vine St. to Logan Circle where you'll see the Art Museum (aka. Rocky Steps) in the distance. Head west on Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the Art Museum where you'll find the Rock Statue. Behind the museum, and snaking along the Schuylkill River is the Schuylkill River Trail. Walk, Run or Cycle for miles and see iconic scenes like boathouse row. Bikes can easily be rented at one of the many Indego bike share stations. Looking for a cultural experience similar to that of Brooklyn, NY? Take the "EL"( aka. the blue line) to Fishtown for a dense collection of events, beer gardens, critically acclaimed restaurants and craft coffeehouses. Every corner of the city offers a unique experience that will satisfy all guests.
Getting Around:
The studio is a 2 minute walk to the Broad Street Subway as well as the Market/Frankford Line. Centrally located so walking can easily get you throughout the city.
Biking in the Loft District is easy, flat and bike lanes are plentiful.
Other Things to Note:
The apartment is part of the Kestrel Hotel. A recently built marvel of eco friendly, energy efficient construction using ICF (insulated concrete form) building systems.
PARKING
• We offer paid private indoor parking at the building. Its booked on a first come/first serve basis.
Public Transportation
• The SEPTA system is Philadelphia’s public transportation system. It reaches throughout the city and is easily accessed on the next block over at Broad St. and Vine St.
Interaction with Guests:
24 hour a day availability for assistance and maintenance.