A PIECE OF PHILADELPHIA HISTORY The Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown hotel opened after a grand $75 million restoration, recapturing the grandeur of its 1926 origins and placing it among the premier hotels in Philadelphia. This 18-story, 498-room Philadelphia hotel, listed on the "National Register of Historic Places", stands as a charming testament to time and now integrates state-of-the-art systems with unique architectural details like coffered plaster, stunning bronze work and striking marble finishes. Catering to both business & leisure travelers, this elegant historic Philadelphia hotel is ideally located in the "Heart of Center City" across from City Hall, 1 block from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and within walking distance of the Financial & Historic Districts, Avenue of the Arts and renowned restaurants & shopping. With over 10,000 sq ft of flexible meeting space in Philadelphia, it is an ideal home for group meetings, special occasions & weddings in downtown Philadelphia PA.