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Meetings, Conventions & Trade Shows

Hotel Near the Pennsylvania Convention Center

Attending a conference, trade show or event in Philadelphia? The Alexander Inn is a historic boutique hotel in Center City about 0.8 miles (roughly an 18-minute walk) from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Skip the oversized convention hotels and come back each evening to a quiet, character-filled retreat with complimentary breakfast, a complimentary evening social, free high-speed Wi-Fi, business amenities and a 24-hour front desk.

Alexander Inn

Key Amenities & Services

  • Prime Center City Location
    Walk to Philadelphia's top restaurants, shopping, theaters, nightlife, and historic attractions.

  • Complimentary Continental Breakfast
    Start each morning with a complimentary breakfast.

  • Free High-Speed Wi-Fi
    Stay connected throughout the hotel and guest rooms.

  • Pet-Friendly Accommodations
    Bring your four-legged companion along for your Philadelphia getaway.

  • Complimentary Evening Social
    Unwind with complimentary refreshments during the hotel's welcoming social reception.

  • 24-Hour Front Desk
    Enjoy friendly, attentive guest services around the clock.

  • Fitness Center
    Maintain your workout routine with access to fitness facilities.

  • Business Amenities
    Convenient business services and workspace options for corporate travelers.

  • Historic Boutique Atmosphere
    Experience distinctive architectural details, curated artwork, and charming interiors.

  • Comfortable Guest Rooms
    Enjoy individually styled accommodations with private bathrooms, air conditioning, televisions, and in-room safes.

  • Convenient Nearby Parking
    Discounted off-site parking options are available.

  • Luggage Storage
    Explore Philadelphia with ease before check-in or after check-out.

Getting to the Convention Center

From 12th and Spruce, head north on 12th Street through Midtown Village toward Arch Street. The convention center spans several blocks between Arch and Race Streets, with Reading Terminal Market right next door for a quick lunch between sessions. If you're carrying displays or materials, a taxi or rideshare is a short ride.

Built for Business Travelers

  • Complimentary continental breakfast before your first session
  • Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and guest rooms
  • Business services and workspace options
  • A 24-hour front desk for early departures and late arrivals
  • Complimentary wine and snacks in the lobby each evening

After the Show Floor

When the day's meetings wrap up, you're steps from the restaurants and cocktail lounges of Midtown Village and the Gayborhood, performances along the Avenue of the Arts, and landmarks like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.

Why Guests Choose the Alexander Inn

Housed in a meticulously restored century-old, seven-story building at 12th and Spruce Streets, our 48 non-smoking guest rooms offer an intimate, character-filled alternative to large downtown hotels. For group or event bookings, call the hotel at 215.923.3535. Explore our rooms or browse more things to do nearby.

Convention Center Hotel FAQs

Travel dates
Tue, 03 Nov - Wed, 04 Nov
Guests
2 Adults