The Morris House Hotel | Historic Philadelphia Boutique Hotel
Location + Contact

Address:  225 South 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania  |  Tel:  215-922-2446 |  Email:  info@MorrisHouseHotel.com

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PHILADELPHIA

Explore the city’s rich history by wandering along cobblestone streets and the famous Elfreth’s Alley, which dates back to the early 1700's.  Stroll through our lovely city parks and visit famous historical sites, such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.   Philadelphia or The 'City of Brotherly Love' offers history, beautiful hidden places and a large selection of intimate restaurants and bars.

Closest  Hotel to Pennsylvania Hospital, Jefferson and Wills Eye Hospital

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The Morris House is the closest hotel to all 3 major hospitals in the area; Pennsylvania, Jefferson, and Wills Eye Hospital. Whether you are recovering from a procedure or visiting a loved one, a relaxing escape at the Morris House Hotel with our caring staff will offer the respite you need during these challenging times.

Explore our Historic Downtown Location

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In the hub of the city’s attractions for business and leisure, the Morris House Hotel serves as the perfect starting point for your experience of Philadelphia. The Pennsylvania Convention Center, one of the nation’s premiere business destinations, is a ten minute walk from our hotel. The Center also features Reading Terminal Market, an over 100 year old visual, artistic and culinary attraction. South Street, one of the East Coast’s major entertainment and nightlife locations, and Philadelphia’s famed Avenue of the Arts are less than ten minutes away. In the city of food, fine dining is always close at hand.

Steps Away from History + Culture

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Located in America’s most historic square mile just steps from Washington Square Park, the Morris House Hotel is an escape to privacy from the exciting city streets. Step off our historic property into the nation’s oldest diamond district, two blocks from the Walnut Street Theater, the first theater in the United States. Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell—two of the most treasured testaments to America’s freedom—are only two blocks away.

Philadelphia Tourist Attractions |  Philadelphia Museums | Philadelphia Historical Sites | Theaters in Philadelphia | Other Things to Do & See

Nearby Attractions
(with Distance from Morris House Hotel):

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  • Independence Hall | 0.3 Miles

  • National Constitution Center | 0.6 miles

  • Liberty Bell | 0.3 miles

  • Betsy Ross House | 0.8 miles

  • Christ Church & Ben Franklin Grave | 0.6 miles

  • Elfreth’s Alley | 1 mile

  • Masonic Temple of Philadelphia | 0.9 miles

  • Historical Society of Philadelphia | 0.5 miles

  • Philadelphia Federal Mint | 0.7 miles

  • National Liberty Museum | 0.5 miles

  • African-American Museum | 0.5 miles

  • National Museum of Jewish History | 0.5 miles

  • University of the Arts | 0.6 miles

  • Barnes Foundation | 1.5 miles

  • Penn Museum | 2.2 miles

  • Boathouse Row | 2.7 miles

  • Philadelphia Zoo | 3.5 miles

  • Thomas Jefferson University | 0.4 miles

  • Delancey Street | 0.5 miles

  • Society Hill | 0.6 miles

  • Free Library of Philadelphia – Independence Branch | 0.3 miles

  • Pine Street | 0.5 miles

  • Logan Square | 1.3 miles

  • Love Park | 1.2 miles

  • Dilworth Park | 0.8 miles

  • Washington Square Park | 295 ft

  • Franklin Square | 0.6 miles

  • Spruce Street Harbor Park | 0.8 miles

  • Museum of the American Revolution | 0.5 miles

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  • Pennsylvania Convention Center | 0.8 miles

  • Reading Terminal Market | 0.7 miles

  • South Street | 0.8 miles

  • Philadelphia Museum of Art | 2.3 miles

  • Fashion District Philadelphia | 0.4 miles

  • Walnut Street Theater | 0.1 miles

  • Forrest Theater | 0.3 miles

  • Wilma Theater | 0.7 miles

  • Pennsylvania Hospital | 0.2 miles

  • The Franklin Institute | 1.5 miles

  • Kimmel Center | 0.7 miles

  • Academy of Music | 0.6 miles

  • Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens | 0.6 miles

  • The Mütter Museum at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia | 1.5 miles

  • National Liberty Museum | 0.5 miles

  • Benjamin Franklin Museum | 0.5 miles

  •  Independence Seaport Museum | 0.8 miles

  • National Museum of American Jewish History | 0.5 miles

  • Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | 1.0 miles

  • Rodin Museum | 1.8 miles

  • Jefferson Hospital | 0.4 miles

  • Wills Eye Hospital | 0.1 miles

  • The Fabric Workshop and Museum | 0.8 miles

  • Fireman’s Hall Museum | 1.0 miles

  • Jefferson Station | 0.6 miles

  • The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University | 1.4 miles

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