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YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

2.0 star property
Philadelphia's historic landmarks surround travelers who stay at this stylish retreat, where designer shopping awaits just steps from iconic American monuments

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YOWIE is a short walk from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell Center, offering a chic base to explore Philadelphia's heritage. It features curated designer stores, a welcoming coffee shop/cafe for relaxation, and convenient WiFi throughout the rooms.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Suite 201 One Bedroom King | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with digital channels, streaming services

Suite 201 One Bedroom King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite 202 Sunny Double Queen | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 202 Sunny Double Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite 206 Hideaway King

Suite 206 Hideaway King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 206 Hideaway King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 204 Stunning Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 532 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite 203 Iconic Corner King

Suite 203 Iconic Corner King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 203 Iconic Corner King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 435 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 204|205 Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite 301 One Bedroom King

Suite 301 One Bedroom King | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with digital channels, streaming services

Suite 301 One Bedroom King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite 302 Sunny Study King

Suite 302 Sunny Study King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 302 Sunny Study King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite 303 Iconic Corner King

Suite 303 Iconic Corner King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 303 Iconic Corner King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 425 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite 304 Stunning Queen

Suite 304 Stunning Queen | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with digital channels, streaming services

Suite 304 Stunning Queen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 532 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite 205 Cozy King

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 205 Cozy King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 168 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite 304|305 Two Bedroom Suite

Suite 304|305 Two Bedroom Suite | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with digital channels, streaming services

Suite 304|305 Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite 305 King Studio

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 305 King Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 168 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite 306 Hideaway King

Suite 306 Hideaway King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Suite 306 Hideaway King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 101 Accessible Hideaway Studio

Shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

101 Accessible Hideaway Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
226 South St, Philadelphia, PA, 19147

What's nearby

  • Theater of Living Arts - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Independence National Historical Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Independence Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pennsylvania Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Liberty Bell Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia University City Station - 5 min drive
  • 2nd St. Station - 15 min walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorenzo & Sons Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Water Ice - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bridget Foy’s - ‬2 min walk
  • Cry Baby Pasta
  • ‪O'Neals Pub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)

Hotel near Independence Hall
Close to Liberty Bell Center, YOWIE (Hotel & Shop) provides amenities, such as designer shops on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 43-inch LED TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Heating and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Designer stores

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Guest Portal mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 932166

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

YOWIE (Hotel & Shop) Hotel
YOWIE (Hotel & Shop) Philadelphia
YOWIE (Hotel & Shop) Hotel Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Is YOWIE (Hotel & Shop) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at YOWIE (Hotel & Shop)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is YOWIE (Hotel & Shop) located?

Located in South Philadelphia, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Theater of Living Arts and Independence Hall. Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse Square are also within 3 miles (5 km). 2nd St. Station is 15 minutes by foot and 5th St. Station is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

YOWIE (Hotel & Shop) Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely space to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness
Great shops and vibe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and i will stay again....
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!! The staff is friendly and accommodating and the location was perfect! Our room was super cute and comfortable, and the amenities were helpful. We will definitely stay here again next time we’re in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable. Close to family and good cafes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and was stocked with everything you would need. They allowed me early check in and were extremely accommodating. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and great experience. Only downside is that South Street gets quite rowdy on the weekend which you can hear in the rooms, but they provide ear plugs if you need them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was super clean and very comfortable. The comfort of the bed was amazing. Plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance. This room made an over night stay feel like a weekend retreat. Highly recommend and will definitely stay here again when I’m in town
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central to exploring, great suggestions for dining around town, beautiful colors/ cleanliness of property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute and spacious room. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will be back for sure Very secure and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was very accommodating and when I come back to Philly I will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved that we were able to tour around the town. the hotel was safe and clean. we will be returning for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great stay

The quality is superb. This hotel is one of the best in Philly!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it. Better than most sonder in nyc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and sweet and responsive, would absolutely stay here again. The rooms are wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Freddy

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

Highly recommend Yowie!

Great place! Way nicer than staying at a regular hotel. I highly recommend Yowie!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have never experienced a hotel like this one before. It had everything I could possibly need or desire in a hotel room, anticipating my every requirement. The decor was delightful, featuring numerous thoughtful personal touches. I truly felt at home rather than just staying in hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice living space with a very comfortably bed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at yowie,such an aesthetically pleasing hotel. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay - character, fun view of the neighborhood. Pretty noisy up until about 10 PM, but if you're looking for charm and character, this place has it in spades!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a uniquely great hotel option near many shops, restaurants and history in Center City. The room is very well appointed and relatively quiet for being on South Street. A great deal compared with other fine hotels. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s like staying overnight in a literal boutique.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024