Philadelphia Hotel Bella Vista

Glory of days gone by...Victorian atmosphere, however poorly maintained, mildew and catbox odor, had to open windows to dissipate smells but then couldn't close them again. Claims to be a boutique hotel; sadly it has none of the boutique charm. Is more of a B&B without the breakfast, although I would not have dared to eat there.

Strong smell of litterbox even though “cats not allowed into the rooms” according to the owners (not listed in description that there are cats to begin with, so beware. Strong mildew odor. Wall unit heat/airco on it’s last legs. Window would not close. Far, very far, from parking garage and over miserable sidewalks. Close to nothing. Many buildings, all stairs. Room “Autumn Mist”. Bathroom pretty clean but not very; peeling paint and open plasterwork gave an unclean feeling. Hotel boasts “free toiletries” (and is there a hotel that does not offer this?) which equates to shampoo and gel in a wall dispenser, and hand soap in a used pump. Would have left if not late, with a child in tow, Phila fully booked, and a long and miserable hike back to the car.