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The Gables B&B Philadelphia

4.0 star property

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Balcony
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

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4520 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19143
  • Place, Clarence Clark park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Pennsylvania
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Drexel University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Hall Bath, shared)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Hall Bath, shared)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Hall Bath, shared)

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Hall Bath, shared)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath, adjacent (not ensuite))

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath, adjacent (not ensuite))

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Philadelphia

Located in Philadelphia (University City), The Gables B&B Philadelphia is within a 15-minute walk of University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and University of Pennsylvania. .This bed & breakfast is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Drexel University.
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What's nearby

  • Clarence Clark park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of the Sciences in Philadelphia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Pennsylvania - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Drexel University - 7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Franklin Field - 8 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Chester Ave & 46th St Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Philadelphia 49th Street Station - 6 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hue Boba Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vietnam Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Loco Pez - West Philly - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Asad’s Hot Chicken - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Gables B&B Philadelphia

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

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 in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival 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

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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

Gables Bed & Breakfast

Gables Bed & Breakfast Philadelphia

Gables Philadelphia

Gables B&B Philadelphia

The Gables B&B Philadelphia Philadelphia

The Gables B&B Philadelphia Bed & breakfast

The Gables B&B Philadelphia Bed & breakfast Philadelphia

The Gables B&B Philadelphia Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 419 out of 467 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 467 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 467 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 467 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 467 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was very clean & bed was extremely comfortable. Cesar & Jeannette were great hosts and accommodating. Communication was very good and all our questions about Philly were answered via texts or in-person chatting. Hope to return for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Chatham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host Jeanette was lovely, attentive but never intrusive. Breakfasts were delicious and nicely presented at the 12 seat table — every day we had a different entree and a good selection of fruit plus homemade sweet bread! The room was great. The bed was very comfy. had an en suite bathroom, which was important to me. The house itself is amazing! Lots of beautifully furnished rooms downstairs that guests are allowed to use and even a little pantry with bottles of water and a keurig coffeemaker with a selection of coffees available 24/7. Maybe one of the nicest things was on site parking, although there seemed to be on street parking as well. I’d love to come back in the Summer and sit on the wraparound porch with my coffee.
The wraparound porch
The men’s parlor
The reception hall
The ‘garden’ room
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cailyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really loved the historical feeling of this beautiful property, and even though I was staying for work, it was a great place to spend a few evenings! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Smadar, Cupertino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cesar took care of us amazingly!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was an amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Precheck contact concerning any special needs or concerns was reassuring. The rooms were spacious, clean, comfortable. Enjoyed having a fire in the dinning room. Jeanette was exceptional!!! Only suggestion: ice availability.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean, comfortable and roomy. I was very happy. The staff was friendly and eager to please. The wi-fi left a little to be desired though. There were a few delays in accessing it and then service was sometimes slow, but it was really all I needed. Parking: There are a few spots on the property which was a plus (and a deciding factor) when I booked the room. There is also on street parking in the area, but I didn't really have to use it for my stay. Breakfast was fresh and tasty. We had fruit and pumpkin bread with OJ, coffee and tea. And then another plate appeared with a variety of foods. It was great way to start my day's adventures. The guests were pretty friendly as well, so a little morning conversation was really nice. One caveat: I took that particular room for the fireplace, and as the day's weather was changeable, I tried to put it on my first night, but couldn't get it to light. I asked the next morning why, and I was advised the gas was turned off due to the recently warm days. The gas was turned on and I was able to enjoy the fireplace the next night. So, if you want use of the fireplace, I'd just ask as soon as you check in. I highly recommend this spot and would return again in a heartbeat. It was exactly what I was looking for and had a wonderful 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Victorian home is a feast for the eyes. The environment is peaceful, and the bed was very comfortable with the smoothest of sheets. We will return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jekwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Antique mood, clean room, nice air conditioning and beautiful hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area leading to the property left us a little uncomfortable, but as we’ve gotten near the property, the neighborhood was quiet and well kept. The staff was very friendly and accommodating and the morning complementary breakfast extremely tasty.. The property itself is very cool due to all the antiques to go with the Victorian home..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property and rooms are so comfortable and nostalgic allowing for inspiration and relaxation. The locations is perfect as everything is a short drive to get to. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful house

Beautiful, historic mansion full of interesting details and artifacts, like stepping into the XIX century. Genial hostess. Excellent full breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience, awesome breakfast. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The Inn is in need of some cosmetic repair and has a musty smell
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great B&B

Great stay. Owners were super friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was amazing. Hosts offered to make French toast for my nephew after he finished his meal. I joined in on that and it was amazing. On trolley line. Stop is basically in front of B&B. Quiet neighborhood. Definitely stay there next time in Philly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and the host were very responsive and even gave us many options on what to do in the area. It’s 10/10 the city is 14 mins away by taking the trolley, there’s many parks near by. Check in was at 1 pm and our host texted us and let us check in early we dropped off our bags parked our car on the property and got our adventure started.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Laguna Hills

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cesar and Lynette are great hosts and cooks - they are so kind, attentive, and gracious. The Gables AirBnB is so cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kara Lopez

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating staff. Adorable b and b
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hosts were amazing, place was comfortable. Great for a couples stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Owner made everything very easy. Beautiful historic property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic settings mixing beautiful surrounding and comfort, hosts are very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025