Located in Philadelphia (University City), The Gables B&B Philadelphia is within a 5-minute walk of University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and within a 5-minute drive of University of Pennsylvania. .This bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Drexel University.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Drexel University - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Rittenhouse Square - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Philadelphia Museum of Art - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Chester Ave & 46th St Tram Stop - 1 min walk
Philadelphia 49th Street Station - 6 min walk
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Knockbox Cafe - 6 min walk
Alif Brew & Mini Mart - 4 min walk
Pho Cafe Saigon - 8 min walk
Little Delicious - 10 min walk
Green Line Cafe - 5 min walk
About this property
The Gables B&B Philadelphia
Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a 24-hour business center
The Gables B&B Philadelphia offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. This Philadelphia bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards, housekeeping is provided daily, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) can be requested.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this Victorian bed & breakfast include concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Gables B&B Philadelphia. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 9:30 AM.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Library
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
24-hour business centre
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Champagne service
More
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Property Registration Number 215272
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
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The Gables B&B Philadelphia Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Extremely friendly and communicative owner. The house is charming and breakfast was delicious. Conveniently located across the street from a trolly stop and has off street parking.
Lee
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
10 Dec 2024
I travel a lot and The Gables have THE BEST hot showers!!!!
The B&B itself is a large and unique Victorian that has been beautifully restored, furnished and maintained. The proprietors are exceptionally hospitable and helpful and we had a wonderful time staying with them. Our room -- The Victorian -- was great with its canopied bed and separate sitting room. The breakfasts were enormous and delicious and the location was perfect for us. We would love to go back again.
Fabulous property with authentic Victorian decor and furnishings. Comfortable, quiet and the breakfasts are generous and delicious! There were some minor repairs needed but that’s normal for older properties. The hosts are what made my stay special. They treat customers with dignity and are very accommodating. Looking forward to my next stay.
Excellent stay and will be my hotel of choice when I come to Philly. Amazing service; they did my laundry which I needed after two weeks abroad for work. Breakfast was delicious. Rooms are very comfortable and homey. Neighborhood is safe and walkable. So much more enjoyable than a corporate hotel and at a competitive cost. Give something different a try!
Brendan
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melinda
Travelled with partner
10 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very welcoming and property was well located.
This place is so lovely. The gorgeous Victorian is meticulously cared for. The hosts are supremely kind and generous, and the breakfast was delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, the bed was very comfortable and made sleep effortless. Would definitely stay here again!
Always our favorite place to stay when in Philly. The hosts are always so kind and do their best to make it feel like home. The rooms are always clean and the entire home is well curated. We recommend to anyone looking for somewhere to stay in the area.
Lovely grand old house. Location was great. We overestimated our travel time and arrived 4 hrs. early. We were able to store our luggage in our room and walk to a park for a popup market. Beautifully decorated. Nice breakfast at a large group table. Staff was very friendly and helpful Enjoyed our stay and would go back. When we went it was on the market . It, like any grand old home. needed some maintenance but it didn't affect our stay.
Annette, my hostess, was warmth and courtesy itself. She went out of her way to help and i greatly appreciated her friendliness.
I had a heater in my room, which solved the problem of a sudden downturn in the weather.
The shower in my room was hard to operate.
But such a charming, period place. I'd recommend it strongly
This amazing historic house had lovely period decor at every turn. The hosts were accommodating, and the breakfasts were filling, varying each of the four mornings we were there to keep things interesting.
One thing I especially appreciated was how the family kept the grounds up. Some places let their outdoor furniture get dusty, but not The Gables--you could go out and have your pick of seating areas on the porch or in the lawn, in top shape receive you.
This is my second time staying at the Gables. This beautiful historic mansion is so well preserved and maintained. Every room is uniquely decorated. Breakfast is deliciously served with bread, fruit, toasts, and eggs… as well as juice and coffee. I enjoyed meeting other travelers and shared our travel stories over breakfast.
The team running this B&B is extraordinary. Cesar, Annette, and Jeanette are so kind and attentive. I will definitely come back to this place again.
Also, the location is so close to UPenn and Drexel University, and not very far from downtown. On site parking without extra fee is a big plus for me.
Thao
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
4/10 Poor
Michael
Business traveller
20 Sept 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
not for a businees trip
I should start with i travel 3 weeks a month for business and mostly stay at hotels. Do not recall why I actually booked this B&B, but would not recommend this one.
The people and communication were great, but the property is just old.