THE INN AT SWARTHMORE, Swarthmore – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
The Inn at Swarthmore offers 40 guestrooms and suites with white oak accents harvested from the site. Rooms include ergonomic workspaces, mini refrigerators, and artwork from Swarthmore College students and alumni. The one-bedroom king suite overlooks the college campus with a full-size sofa bed and 50-inch flat-screen TV. The double queen accessible suite on the second floor features seating for 8, a 50-inch TV, and a wheelchair-accessible bathroom with walk-in shower.
Dining at Broad Table
Broad Table Tavern serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner using ingredients from The Common Market and local farms. Chef Neal Drinkwine prepares buttermilk pancakes, eggs benedict, and low country grits for breakfast. The restaurant hosts Chef's Table dinners featuring five-course menus with locally-made beer pairings. Saturday and Sunday brunch includes pork roll Benedict, bourbon-infused French toast, and Philly cheesesteak hash.
Campus Proximity & Activities
Located on Swarthmore College's 425-acre campus, the inn is an 8-minute walk from the Admissions Office. Guests can explore the Scott Arboretum, attend performances at Lang Performing Arts Center, or visit the weekly farmer's market at Borough Hall. The property displays artwork curated by the List Gallery from college alumni and students throughout public spaces and guest rooms.
Transportation & Nearby Attractions
The inn is 15 km from Philadelphia International Airport. The SEPTA Media/Elwyn Line from 30th Street Station reaches Swarthmore Station in 28 minutes. Nearby attractions include Ridley Creek State Park (16 miles away with 13 miles of hiking trails), Philadelphia Zoo (42-acre Victorian garden), Philadelphia Museum of Art (third-largest art museum in the country), and Harrah's Philadelphia Casino & Racetrack (100,000 square-feet of gaming).
Services & Amenities
The inn provides 24-hour front desk, complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and a fitness center. Meeting spaces accommodate 2 to 150 guests across 3,500 square feet, including The Gathering Room and Sycamore Room. Pet-friendly rooms allow up to two dogs under 50lbs each for an additional fee. The property offers wedding packages for up to 120 guests with five-hour open bar service and on-site event coordination.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Electric vehicle charging station
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Shops/Commercial services
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the positive side, the rooms offered a beautiful view, but the mattress was firmer than I would have liked, and the toilet had a leak that wasted water. The service was good overall, with convenient amenities such as dry cleaning and housekeeping, but I wished there were more shops and commercial services available on-site. The location was excellent, right in the heart of Swarthmore, close to nature at the college and next to the train station. The dining experience was average, with homemade sausages being a highlight. The facilities were generally satisfactory, but improvements could enhance the guests' experience.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The leaky toilet wasting water was bothersome, but the beautiful view somewhat made up for it. The bed could have been firmer, though.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms offered a firm mattress and a beautiful view, but unfortunately, the leaky toilet was a significant issue that wasted gallons of water constantly. The service was decent, with dry cleaning and housekeeping available, but lacked a bit of warmth. The location was superb, being very close to the train station for an easy 30-minute ride into Philly, yet the price seemed a bit high for what was offered. The dining experience was satisfactory, with the freshest fish available. Overall, a stay with some highs and lows.
The hotel had a fantastic location next to the train station in the heart of town, making it convenient for exploring. The rooms were comfortable with a beautiful view, but the constant leak from the toilet was a major drawback. The service was impeccable, offering dry cleaning and housekeeping. The dining experience with smoked meat was delightful, but the facilities lacked a bit in maintenance.
The hotel has a beautiful view from the rooms, but the leaky toilet was a letdown. The mattress could have been firmer. The service offers dry cleaning and housekeeping but lacks a happy hour. The location is very close to the train station, making it convenient, but being on a college campus was unexpected. The dining experience includes grilled fish. Overall, a comfortable stay with minor inconveniences.
I couldn't get enough of the stunning view from my room, but dealing with a leaky toilet was a real damper. The mattress could have been firmer, although the room was nice overall.
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