Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Philadelphia Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Rittenhouse Square - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Chester Ave & 46th St Tram Stop - 1 min walk
Philadelphia 49th Street Station - 6 min walk
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Knockbox Cafe - 6 min walk
Alif Brew & Mini Mart - 4 min walk
Pho Cafe Saigon - 8 min walk
Little Delicious - 10 min walk
Green Line Cafe - 5 min walk
About this property
The Gables B&B Philadelphia
Upscale bed & breakfast near Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Located close to University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and University of Pennsylvania, The Gables B&B Philadelphia provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Coffee/tea in the lobby, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk
Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Gables B&B Philadelphia offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Library
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
24-hour business center
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
1 building
3 floors
Built in 1989
Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Champagne service
More
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Property Registration Number 215272
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Gables Bed & Breakfast
Gables Bed & Breakfast Philadelphia
Gables Philadelphia
Gables B&B Philadelphia
The Gables B&B Philadelphia Philadelphia
The Gables B&B Philadelphia Bed & breakfast
The Gables B&B Philadelphia Bed & breakfast Philadelphia
Frequently asked questions
Is The Gables B&B Philadelphia pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Gables B&B Philadelphia?
As of Jun 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gables B&B Philadelphia on Jun 30, 2025 start from P 12,159.76, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Gables B&B Philadelphia?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Gables B&B Philadelphia?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.
What time is check-out at The Gables B&B Philadelphia?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is The Gables B&B Philadelphia located?
Located in University City, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and University of Pennsylvania. Drexel University is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away. Chester Ave & 46th St Tram Stop and 45th & Chester Ave Stop are within a 2-minute walk.
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The Gables B&B Philadelphia Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 435 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 435 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 435 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 435 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 435 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Cesar and Lynette are great hosts and cooks - they are so kind, attentive, and gracious. The Gables AirBnB is so cozy and comfortable.
Mark
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Wonderful bed and breakfast!! The hospitality was 1st rate!!
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
The Owner made everything very easy. Beautiful historic property
Daniel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Staff was very welcoming and property was well located.
Melinda
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
Great property, very unique and rich with history. Cesar was very helpful!
Justin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
The staff is very nice and the breakfast is delicious
Wei
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
I travel a lot and The Gables have THE BEST hot showers!!!!
Jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Beautiful old house, great staff, would stay again
John
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
The house was beautiful and breakfast was great, would absolutely recommend. I wish we could have stayed longer!
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
The hosts were so welcoming, kind, and attentive. I really enjoyed my stay!
Sarah-anne
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Extremely friendly and communicative owner. The house is charming and breakfast was delicious. Conveniently located across the street from a trolly stop and has off street parking.
Lee
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
The B&B was a plus. Staff was friendly and very accommodating.
David
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10
Nice host. Good room and breakfast
Brian
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
The staff was excellent, we were also close to the trolley line and the owners gave us excellent directions for our sightseeing adventures. Breakfast was super.
William
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
so nice place
EUNHO
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
We loved our stay here! Annette and her son were gracious and friendly, the property is lovely and we slept like babies in our clean, super comfortable room. We would love to stay here again, thank you for your hospitality!
jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
It was a beautiful place. We loved the breakfast and how convenient it was to all we wanted to see.
Elizabeth
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
Nice hospitality
Kristina
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
The place is safe, cozy and beautiful. People working there are nice, friendly and the breakfast is the BEST.
Yan
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
We loved staying at the Gables bed-and-breakfast in Philadelphia. Everybody was so nice, the house was beautiful, our room was awesome and comfortable, and the breakfast was out of this world. We would love to come back one day!
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
The B&B itself is a large and unique Victorian that has been beautifully restored, furnished and maintained. The proprietors are exceptionally hospitable and helpful and we had a wonderful time staying with them. Our room -- The Victorian -- was great with its canopied bed and separate sitting room. The breakfasts were enormous and delicious and the location was perfect for us. We would love to go back again.
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
Quaint decor, a very comfortable bed, welcoming & attentive service
Aprill
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10
Great place. Very homely. Comforting. Breakfast was wonderful.
JoAnn
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Good place to stay, and it's nice if you're independent, for example, we could get drinks any time from the common areas downstairs. Quiet, neat, and peaceful. We did not have to worry about parking. The managers were friendly and personable, and sent personal texts the day we were scheduled to arrive, which was a friendly touch. The breakfast was delicious! We've stayed there twice and would not consider anywhere else when we go back to Philadelphia.
Eric
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
The property is beautiful and the people that run it are extremely nice. They treated us so well and made accommodations for my vegan friend. We appreciated having a comfy quiet place to rest after all our sight seeing, plus the delicious breakfast!