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A large, modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Inn at Swatmore." It features a large, sloped roof and multiple windows, set against a backdrop of a sunset sky.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen displaying a sports event.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, and a wooden cabinet.

A restaurant with outdoor seating, a covered patio, and a fireplace.

1. The Inn at Swarthmore

0.4 km from Swarthmore College

Frank

RM795

RM883 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central island with seating, and a view of the kitchen through a glass partition.

A building entrance with a stone facade, a glass door, and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with two beige armchairs, a wooden accent wall, a framed picture, and a small table with a lamp.

A reception area with a 'Welcome to the Key Stone State' sign, a counter with a phone, and a 'Treats' section with refrigerated display cases.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media

2.4 km from Swarthmore College

Linda

RM531

RM589 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel with outdoor seating, a golf course, and a stone building with a tower.

A digital display in a hotel lobby with a green leafy wall and a wooden reception desk.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden ceiling, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, covered walkway, and landscaped entrance.

3. Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield

2.7 km from Swarthmore College

Adriana

RM619

RM687 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bed with a dark headboard, white pillows, and a black and white patterned bedspread.

A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.

A flat-screen TV mounted on a wall with a visible price tag of $10.

4. Trolley Stop Motel

2.8 km from Swarthmore College

Alshia

RM647

RM718 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A reception area with a marble counter, wooden paneling, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A Days Inn with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a decorative star on the wall.

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Springfield/Phil.Intl Airport

3 km from Swarthmore College

Gregory

RM277

RM330 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A dining area with a glass table, chairs, and a cabinet.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a window with blinds.

A residential street with houses, a red building, and a paved driveway.

A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a window with blinds.

6. Walkable Neighborhood: Updated Morton Home!

2.4 km from Swarthmore College

KEREN

RM712

RM1,122 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a dresser, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story motel with a parking lot, featuring a sign for the Americas Best Value Inn.

A reception area with a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A reception area with a glass partition, a no smoking sign, a ceiling fan, and a clock on the wall.

7. Media Inn and Suites

2.5 km from Swarthmore College

Bryan

RM311

RM346 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs, and a kitchen area with bar seating.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a large window, and a wall with framed artwork.

A spacious lobby with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A modern retail space with a central counter, shelves stocked with products, and a sign reading 'The Shop.'

8. Hilton Garden Inn Media Philadelphia

7.6 km from Swarthmore College

Barbara

RM614

RM682 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A living room with a dark green sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large ornate mirror.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A private room with a sofa, coffee table, and lamp. It has a bed, a window, and a ceiling fan. The room is part of a home hosted by Pavel.

A bedroom with a bed, desk, chair, dresser, and a ceiling fan.

9. Siri's Favorite Place

8.8 km from Swarthmore College

Denise

RM375

RM641 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a red carpeted floor.

A traditional room with wooden furniture, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a red carpet.

A grand room with a staircase, wooden paneling, a chandelier, and a floral arrangement on a table.

A traditional room with a fireplace, a dining area in the background, and a round table with a lace tablecloth.

10. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

13.1 km from Swarthmore College

Joesph C

RM936

RM1,081 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear view of a tall tower in the background.

A rooftop lounge with modern furniture, large potted plants, and a cityscape view.

A formal dining area with tables set for six, large windows with a cityscape view, and white floral arrangements on either side.

A person lying on a bed in a hotel room with a large window offering a city view.

11. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

16.6 km from Swarthmore College

sebastian

RM4,478

RM5,211 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A conference room with a long table and chairs, large windows, and a carpeted floor.

A large conference room with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a polished floor.

The Inn at Villanova University entrance with stone pillars, a covered walkway, and a landscaped garden.

12. Inn at Villanova University

16.5 km from Swarthmore College

Lisa

RM638

RM708 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, a wall-mounted decorative item, and a vending machine.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a building with large windows and a stone facade.

A restaurant with wooden flooring, green cushioned booths, and wooden tables with yellow flowers.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a lifeguard chair, and a view of the outside through large windows.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Philadelphia Broomall/Newtown Square

8 km from Swarthmore College

Patricia

RM674

RM748 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a red coffee maker, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bench along the wall.

A modern kitchen with a herringbone tile backsplash, a toaster, a sink, and a potted orchid.

A conference room with a large TV mounted on the wall displaying a scenic mountain view, two black office chairs, a small table with a water bottle, and a mirror on the wall.

14. New Season Royals

5.2 km from Swarthmore College

Petal

RM116

RM739 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a stone building with a balcony.

A dining room with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by chairs, with a stone wall and various decorative items.

A garden with large rocks, various plants, and a pathway.

A balcony with a view of a lush garden with various trees and shrubs.

15. Alpenhof Bed and Breakfast

6.4 km from Swarthmore College

"Alpenhof B&B totally EXCEEDED our expectation. The location is great, our room had a great view, we felt like we were in a cabin with beautiful nature and view. It was quiet and serene. The room was big, had a wonderful view, bathroom and shower were spacious and comfortable. The owners were on top of things. We couldn't have asked for a better place for our stay. We will definitely be back. Thanks You, Kianoush"

Kianoush

RM656

RM729 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern bar area with seating, large windows, and a kitchen counter.

A modern interior with a reception desk, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and shelves with snacks.

16. Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

15.7 km from Swarthmore College

Maik

RM1,005

RM1,170 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings and a person sitting by a window.

A table set for a tea service with a tiered tray, teapot, cups, saucers, and a vase with flowers.

A dark-themed library with a fireplace, bookshelves, and leather chairs.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a blue floor, surrounded by seating areas and potted plants.

17. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

16.4 km from Swarthmore College

Rajesh

RM1,685

RM2,127 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern building with a sign reading "The Study" and large windows.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a seating area, and a library.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

18. The Study at University City

15.2 km from Swarthmore College

Colleen

RM895

RM1,042 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bench, a chair, and a desk with a lamp.

A Holiday Inn & Suites hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and artwork on the walls.

19. Holiday Inn & Suites Philadelphia W - Drexel Hill by IHG

5.8 km from Swarthmore College

Terra Anne

RM586

RM651 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'La Réserve Bed & Breakfast' and a flower box with red and white flowers.

A hallway with a red carpet, a wooden bench, a vase of flowers, and a mirror on the wall.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, a table, and a bookshelf.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a sofa and a table.

20. La Reserve on Pine

16.4 km from Swarthmore College

Wei

RM424

RM490 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Swarthmore College

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Inn at Swarthmore	9.2 Wonderful 839 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield	8.4 Very good 503 reviews	View
Trolley Stop Motel	7.8 Good 809 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Springfield/Phil.Intl Airport	5.8 1,003 reviews	View

Top Swarthmore College Hotel Reviews

The Inn at Swarthmore

10/10 Excellent

"What's not to like? Clean, spacious rooms, helpful staff, plenty of parking. And affordable."

Comfort Inn Philadelphia International Airport West

10/10 Excellent

"Clean Rooms, friendly staff. Good breakfast.options."

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Philadelphia Airport Ridley

8/10 Good

"Great hotel, priced was good and overall a clean gotel and positioned close to things hearr of Philly but private away"

Waterfront Inn PHL Airport

10/10 Excellent

"very nice rooms and good location on water. had beautiful sunset. great staff as well"

Media Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"There was no one at the desk, and I had to call a cell number for response."

Other attractions near Swarthmore College

Eugene and Theresa Lang Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Eugene and Theresa Lang Performing Arts Center during your stay in Swarthmore. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Spotlight Theater

6.4/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Spotlight Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Swarthmore. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Community Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Community Arts Center during your stay in Wallingford. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.

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The Players Club of Swarthmore

5.4/10 (3 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at The Players Club of Swarthmore, a theatre with a story to tell in Swarthmore. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

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Springfield Mall

You can enjoy retail therapy at Springfield Mall during your stay in Springfield. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Hedgerow Theatre

6.0/10 (9 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Hedgerow Theatre during your stay in Rose Valley. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Media Theatre For The Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Media Theatre For The Performing Arts during your stay in Media. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Sorella

5.6/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Sorella during your stay in Media. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Swarthmore College?

Swarthmore College is located in a vibrant area of Swarthmore known for its great live music scene and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Swarthmore College?

Adjacent to Swarthmore College, The Inn at Swarthmore is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media and Media Inn and Suites.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Swarthmore College?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Swarthmore College.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Swarthmore College, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Swarthmore College.

What can I see and do near Swarthmore College?

Sights like Cooper House, Hedgerow Theatre and Morton Morton House are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Spotlight Theater, The Players Club of Swarthmore and Lansdowne Folk Club if you're interested in local theatre. Spend some time wandering around Crozier Park, Camp Upland Park and Camp Upland.

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Our top choices for Swarthmore College hotels

1. The Inn at Swarthmore

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media

3. Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield

4. Trolley Stop Motel

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Springfield/Phil.Intl Airport

6. Walkable Neighborhood: Updated Morton Home!

7. Media Inn and Suites

8. Hilton Garden Inn Media Philadelphia

9. Siri's Favorite Place

10. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

11. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

12. Inn at Villanova University

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Philadelphia Broomall/Newtown Square

14. New Season Royals

15. Alpenhof Bed and Breakfast

16. Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

17. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

18. The Study at University City

19. Holiday Inn & Suites Philadelphia W - Drexel Hill by IHG

20. La Reserve on Pine

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Top Swarthmore College Hotel Reviews

The Inn at Swarthmore

Comfort Inn Philadelphia International Airport West

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Philadelphia Airport Ridley

Waterfront Inn PHL Airport

Media Inn and Suites

Other attractions near Swarthmore College

Eugene and Theresa Lang Performing Arts Center

Spotlight Theater

Community Arts Center

The Players Club of Swarthmore

Springfield Mall

Hedgerow Theatre

Media Theatre For The Performing Arts

Sorella

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