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Philadelphia hotels under $200 a night, Thanksgiving weekend, Nov 27 to 29, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 2 nights, Friday to Sunday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 20 of the 25 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below was under $200 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Philadelphia Airport: a flight-night solution, not a Philadelphia city break. City Hall and Avenue of the Arts: the most practical base for shows, subway trips and stadium days. Rittenhouse Square: our easiest recommendation for a first Philadelphia stay. Old City and Society Hill: sleep among Philadelphia's history, choosing your evening atmosphere street by street.

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Philadelphia hotels under $200 a night, Thanksgiving weekend, Nov 27 to 29, 2026

Every rate below was under $200 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Compound search: hotels in Philadelphia under $200 a night all in for the dates; check-in 2026-11-27, check-out 2026-11-29, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults. Neighborhoods on this page: Philadelphia Airport; City Hall & Avenue of the Arts; Rittenhouse Square; Old City & Society Hill. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-11-27 to 2026-11-29; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (20 of 25 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Philadelphia Airport: A flight-night solution, not a Philadelphia city break. Typical $168 a night. Subway: Airport Line trains stop at Eastwick and the terminals.
  • City Hall & Avenue of the Arts: The most practical base for shows, subway trips and stadium days. Typical $274 a night. Subway: L, B and T meet at 15th St/City Hall.
  • Rittenhouse Square: Our easiest recommendation for a first Philadelphia stay. Typical $285 a night. Subway: Walk to shops, theaters and City Hall.
  • Old City & Society Hill: Sleep among Philadelphia's history, choosing your evening atmosphere street by street. Typical $243 a night. Subway: Walk the historic sights.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District — 3-star, Wyndham

2. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square — 3-star, Hilton Hotels & Resorts

3. Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport — 4-star, DoubleTree by Hilton

4. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Airport — 3-star, Fairfield Inn by Marriott

5. Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport — 3-star, Four Points by Sheraton

6. Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport — 4-star, Embassy Suites

More hotels in the area (19)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Thanksgiving weekend, Nov 27 to 29, 2026
  1. Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District, Old City & Society Hill
    #1 of 6 · Old City & Society Hill

    Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

    3-star · Wyndham

    $111a night · Nov 27 to 29

    One of Old City’s cheapest sightseeing bases, with helpful staff and a summer rooftop pool. You accept dated furnishings, nighttime sirens and air-conditioning noise. Six minutes' walk to Liberty Bell, seven minutes' walk to Independence Hall.

    $42/night less than Expedia (23%)

    Axel $286 vs $371 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $222 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, Rittenhouse Square
    #2 of 6 · Rittenhouse Square

    Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

    3-star · Hilton Hotels & Resorts

    $126a night · Nov 27 to 29

    A cheaper modern base for short, light-packing city breaks. You accept tiny standard rooms, little storage and variable sound insulation. Ten minutes' walk to Franklin Institute, 15 minutes' walk to Barnes Foundation.

    $14/night less than Expedia (10%)

    Axel $252 vs $280 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 5 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $252 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #3 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

    4-star · DoubleTree by Hilton

    $130a night · Nov 27 to 29

    A free 24-hour airport shuttle and improving renovated rooms below most neighborhood rates. You accept uneven room condition and reported reservation or check-in problems.

    $11/night less than Expedia (3%)

    Axel $756 vs $777 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $260 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #4 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Fairfield Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Airport

    3-star · Fairfield Inn by Marriott

    $134a night · Nov 27 to 29

    Included overnight parking and breakfast for drivers making a short airport stop. You accept no airport shuttle; breakfast may miss early departures.

    $12/night less than Expedia (4%)

    Axel $626 vs $649 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 22, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 5 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $268 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #5 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport

    3-star · Four Points by Sheraton

    $135a night · Nov 27 to 29

    A cheaper airport overnight with comfortable beds and a free terminal shuttle. You accept worn bathrooms, maintenance faults and reported shuttle waits.

    $26/night less than Expedia (12%)

    Axel $386 vs $438 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $270 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #6 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

    4-star · Embassy Suites

    $140a night · Nov 27 to 29

    Spacious two-room airport suites with included breakfast and an evening reception. You accept dated finishes, plumbing complaints and a reported pool repair closure.

    $17/night less than Expedia (11%)

    Axel $281 vs $314 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $281 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

20 of 25 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center · Market East · 3-star$115/night less than Expedia (39%)

    Axel $366 vs $595 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  2. 2. Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay · Philadelphia Airport · 4-star$56/night less than Expedia (27%)

    Axel $296 vs $407 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  3. 3. Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$50/night less than Expedia (25%)

    Axel $293 vs $393 on Expedia for Jan 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  4. 4. Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown · Logan Square · 4-star$55/night less than Expedia (24%)

    Axel $346 vs $457 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  5. 5. Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District · Old City · 3-star$42/night less than Expedia (23%)

    Axel $286 vs $371 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  6. 6. The Windsor Suites · Logan Square · 4-star$46/night less than Booking.com (19%)

    Axel $400 vs $492 on Booking.com for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  7. 7. Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$46/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $389 vs $481 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  8. 8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City · City Hall · 3-star$35/night less than Expedia (17%)

    Axel $347 vs $417 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

19 more
  1. 1. Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$46/night less than Expedia (19%)$143Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  2. 2. Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay · Philadelphia Airport · 4-star$56/night less than Expedia (27%)$148Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  3. 3. Four Points by Sheraton Philadelphia City Center · Market East · 3-star$153Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  4. 4. Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing · Old City · 4-star$15/night less than Expedia (9%)$156Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  5. 5. Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$13/night less than Expedia (5%)$157Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  6. 6. Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center · Market East · 3-star$115/night less than Expedia (39%)$159Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  7. 7. Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown · Logan Square · 4-star$55/night less than Expedia (24%)$162Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  8. 8. Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City · Market East · 3-star$163Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  9. 9. Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown - Center City · City Hall · 3-star$48/night less than Expedia (15%)$171Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  10. 10. Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$50/night less than Expedia (25%)$173Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  11. 11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City · City Hall · 3-star$35/night less than Expedia (17%)$174Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  12. 12. Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$17/night less than Expedia (13%)$174Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  13. 13. The Windsor Suites · Logan Square · 4-star$46/night less than Booking.com (19%)$176Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  14. 14. Penn's View Hotel · Old City · 3-star$139/night less than Expedia (12%)$177Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  15. 15. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG · City Hall · 2-star$181Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  16. 16. Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$184Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  17. 17. Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown · City Hall · 4-star$185Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  18. 18. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City · University City · 3-star$31/night less than Expedia (6%)$188Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  19. 19. The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton · Logan Square · 4-star$9/night less than Expedia (5%)$190Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
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