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Philadelphia hotels under $500 a night, Nov 22 to 25, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 3 nights, Sunday to Wednesday, 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 30 of the 53 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below was under $500 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.

Rittenhouse Square: our easiest recommendation for a first Philadelphia stay. City Hall and Avenue of the Arts: the most practical base for shows, subway trips and stadium days. Old City and Society Hill: sleep among Philadelphia's history, choosing your evening atmosphere street by street. Market East and Convention Center: choose convenience and market lunches over neighborhood charm.

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Philadelphia hotels under $500 a night, Nov 22 to 25, 2026

Every rate below was under $500 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 $500 a night all in for the dates; check-in 2026-11-22, check-out 2026-11-25, 3 nights, 1 room, 2 adults. Neighborhoods on this page: Rittenhouse Square; City Hall & Avenue of the Arts; Old City & Society Hill; Market East & Convention Center. 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 2026-11-22 to 2026-11-25; 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 (30 of 53 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Rittenhouse Square: Our easiest recommendation for a first Philadelphia stay. Typical $285 a night. Subway: Walk to shops, theaters and City Hall.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Market East & Convention Center: Choose convenience and market lunches over neighborhood charm. Typical $235 a night. Subway: Jefferson Station provides direct Airport Line service from PHL.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay — 4-star, Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham

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

3. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG — 2-star, Holiday Inn Express

4. Sleep Inn Philadelphia Center City — 2-star, Choice Hotels

5. Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown — 4-star, Le Méridien

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

More hotels in the area (47)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Nov 22 to 25, 2026
  1. Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay, Philadelphia Airport
    #1 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay

    4-star · Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham

    $101a night · Nov 22 to 25

    Spacious kitchen suites for longer airport-area stays with a car. You accept uneven cleaning, dated furnishings, smoke smells and neighbor noise.

    $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.

    Nov 22 to 25, two adults: $304 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 15, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District, Old City & Society Hill
    #2 of 6 · Old City & Society Hill

    Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

    3-star · Wyndham

    $115a night · Nov 22 to 25

    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 22 to 25, two adults: $345 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 15, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG, Old City & Society Hill
    #3 of 6 · Old City & Society Hill

    Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG

    2-star · Holiday Inn Express

    $120a night · Nov 22 to 25

    A cheaper waterfront base with included hot breakfast and friendly staff. You accept overnight traffic noise and nearby waterfront construction. 15 minutes' walk to Independence Hall, 15 minutes' walk to Liberty Bell.

    Nov 22 to 25, two adults: $359 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 15, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Sleep Inn Philadelphia Center City, Market East & Convention Center
    #4 of 6 · Market East & Convention Center

    Sleep Inn Philadelphia Center City

    2-star · Choice Hotels

    $124a night · Nov 22 to 25

    The cheapest Chinatown base here, with breakfast, microwaves and refrigerators. You accept worn carpets, variable room condition and inconsistent housekeeping. 15 minutes' walk to Independence Hall, 15 minutes' walk to Liberty Bell.

    Nov 22 to 25, two adults: $371 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 15, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown, City Hall & Avenue of the Arts
    #5 of 6 · City Hall & Avenue of the Arts

    Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

    4-star · Le Méridien

    $129a night · Nov 22 to 25

    Refreshed rooms below most neighborhood rates, convenient for conventions and central sightseeing. You accept some dark rooms, variable noise and inconsistent restaurant service. 15 minutes' walk to Barnes Foundation, 15 minutes' walk to Franklin Institute.

    Nov 22 to 25, two adults: $386 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 15, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

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

    Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

    4-star · DoubleTree by Hilton

    $134a night · Nov 22 to 25

    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 22 to 25, two adults: $403 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 15, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

30 of 53 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 22 to 25

  2. 2. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel · University City · 3-star$248/night less than Booking.com (35%)

    Axel $933 vs $1,429 on Booking.com for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 22 to 25

  3. 3. 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 22 to 25

  4. 4. 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 22 to 25

  5. 5. 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 22 to 25

  6. 6. 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 22 to 25

  7. 7. 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 22 to 25

  8. 8. 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 22 to 25

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

47 more
  1. 1. Penn's View Hotel · Old City · 3-star$139/night less than Expedia (12%)$135Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  2. 2. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$12/night less than Expedia (4%)$138Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  3. 3. Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$46/night less than Expedia (19%)$143Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  4. 4. The Windsor Suites · Logan Square · 4-star$46/night less than Booking.com (19%)$144Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  5. 5. Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$26/night less than Expedia (12%)$145Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  6. 6. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square · Rittenhouse Square · 3-star$14/night less than Expedia (10%)$148Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  7. 7. Best Western Plus Philadelphia Convention Center Hotel · Market East · 2-star$149Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  8. 8. Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown - Center City · City Hall · 3-star$48/night less than Expedia (15%)$151Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  9. 9. Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$17/night less than Expedia (13%)$153Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  10. 10. Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown · Logan Square · 4-star$55/night less than Expedia (24%)$155Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  11. 11. Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center · Market East · 3-star$115/night less than Expedia (39%)$156Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  12. 12. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG · Old City · 4-star$91/night less than Expedia (7%)$160Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  13. 13. Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City · Market East · 3-star$161Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  14. 14. Four Points by Sheraton Philadelphia City Center · Market East · 3-star$163Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  15. 15. Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing · Old City · 4-star$15/night less than Expedia (9%)$173Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  16. 16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Philadelphia - Convention Center, PA · Market East · 3-star$5/night less than Expedia (1%)$177Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  17. 17. Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG · City Hall · 2-star$179Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  18. 18. Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$13/night less than Expedia (5%)$179Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  19. 19. Loews Philadelphia Hotel · Market East · 4-star$64/night less than Expedia (10%)$182Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  20. 20. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$57/night less than Expedia (10%)$186Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  21. 21. Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (11%)$186Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  22. 22. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City · City Hall · 3-star$35/night less than Expedia (17%)$188Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  23. 23. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown · Market East · 4-star$189Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  24. 24. Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City · Market East · 4-star$80/night less than Expedia (5%)$195Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  25. 25. DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City · City Hall · 4-star$195Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  26. 26. Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection · Old City · 2-star$199Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  27. 27. Element Philadelphia Downtown · City Hall · 4-star$199Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  28. 28. Society Hill Hotel at Independence Park · Old City · 2-star$206Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  29. 29. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City · University City · 3-star$31/night less than Expedia (6%)$208Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  30. 30. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel · University City · 4-star$3/night less than Expedia (1%)$209Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  31. 31. The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton · Logan Square · 4-star$9/night less than Expedia (5%)$214Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  32. 32. Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$215Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  33. 33. The Westin Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$217Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  34. 34. The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott · City Hall · 4-star$249Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  35. 35. The Warwick Hotel Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$251Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  36. 36. The Study at University City · University City · 4-star$261Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  37. 37. Morris House Hotel · Old City · 3-star$269Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  38. 38. Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$50/night less than Expedia (25%)$270Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  39. 39. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel · University City · 3-star$248/night less than Booking.com (35%)$272Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  40. 40. The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt · City Hall · 4-star$274Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  41. 41. Philadelphia Airport Marriott · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$286Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  42. 42. Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel · Old City · 4-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$301Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  43. 43. AKA University City · University City · 4-star$214/night less than Expedia (18%)$305Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  44. 44. Fitler Club · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$306Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  45. 45. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$325Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  46. 46. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia · City Hall · 5-star$363Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
  47. 47. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 5-star$66/night less than Expedia (6%)$432Rooms for Nov 22 to 25
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