The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

Formerly the Four Seasons, this hotel reopened at the end of 2015 under its new branding and ownership by Hilton. The lobby is elegant and formal, but still leans toward the look and feel of a business hotel, with tile floors and a neutral color scheme dominated by hues of beige and tan-tinged gray. The mix of recessed lighting, wall sconces, and suspended lanterns make the space contemporary yet warm, while a couple of steampunk-style ceiling fixtures showcasing 19th-century portraits suspended from an industrial steal base are a funky touch. A lovely blue area rug and a life-sized nude sculpture add to the artsy vibe, and a plush seating area with a large fireplace, big windows, and lots of leather accents make the space inviting. Though most of the other common areas remain purely corporate-luxury, the hotel’s main restaurant, Urban Farmer, has a completely different atmosphere and design, with farm-chic details such as exposed brick walls, barn doors, and industrial-style lighting. It is a popular dining option for locals and guests alike, and the vibe is lively both at lunch and dinner. The rooftop lounge, Assembly, is also a hotspot of Philly’s nightlife scene thanks to its panoramic views and solid drink menu.

The hotel draws plenty of business travelers, but its upscale rooms, central location, and wonderful amenities make it a popular pick among leisure visitors as well, including many families. 

This hotel is situated at Logan Circle, which draws its design inspiration from Place de la Concorde in Paris. It's in the Center City part of Philadelphia, where many of the city's hotels are located, and it's an easy walk to many points of interest. The Shops at Liberty Place are a seven-minute walk away, and the hotel is a nine-minute walk from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Both the Pennsylvania Convention Center and the landmark City Hall (the second-tallest masonry building on earth) are around 10 minutes from the hotel on foot. The picturesque Rittenhouse Square Park, located an 11-minute walk from the hotel, is surrounded by some of the city's best restaurants and bars. The Logan is an eight-minute drive to Independence National Historic Park (home to Independence Hall, the National Constitution Center, and the Liberty Bell), while Penn's Landing and Philadelphia Zoo are both around 10 minutes or so from the hotel by car. Anticipate a six-minute drive to 30th St. Station and around a 20-minute drive or 34-minute train ride to Philadelphia International Airport.

The Logan offers a range of rooms and suites, primarily differentiated by views, size, and bed configurations. Decor is modern and streamlined in all, consisting of gray carpeting, accent walls, and blackout drapes with gray plush furniture to match. It's all paired with dark, local wall art such as abstract chrome-colored paintings of animals and dark photographic prints. Although the rooms feel a bit corporate, they're full of warm touches such as wood-finish cabinets, padded leather-finish headboards in chocolatey tones, and yellow-green throw cushions on the beds. Superior Rooms have views out over the quiet courtyard, while others offer great Swann Fountain views. A few suites have balconies. 

All rooms come with Keurig coffeemakers, 42-inch flat-screen TVs, safes big enough for laptops, iPhone/Android docks with Bluetooth connectivity, and free Wi-Fi. Mini-fridges are also provided, but stocked minibars are not available in any category. Suites add pullout sofas and dining tables, and two-bedroom Family Suites are outfitted with bunk beds. The hotel also offers accessible rooms in a range of categories for travelers with hearing and mobility accessibility needs.

Bathrooms have either shower/tub combos or walk-in showers, and some suites have both a shower and separate deep soaking tub in a huge marble bathroom. Standard bathroom amenities include lighted magnifying mirrors, robes, hairdryers, and a range of hotel-brand toiletries, with upgrades such as L'Occitane toiletries in suites.

Features at The Logan Philadelphia are excellent, with plenty for business travelers and vacationing families alike. Wellness facilities include a high-end spa with massages, facials, scrubs, and beauty treatments plus a stylish gym with modern cardio machines, free weights, and a few weight-training machines. Part of the gym looks out over a small indoor pool with dim recessed lighting that's just long enough to swim laps.

Along with 24-hour room service, the hotel offers three different dining/drinking outlets. Urban Farmer, the main restaurant, serves food all day, with a variety of hot items and baked goods at breakfast (served a la carte and not included), steaks and sandwiches at lunch, and additional seafood options at dinner. Weekend brunch is also available here. The lobby bar, Commons, serves cocktails and modern takes on bar snacks, such as flatbreads, while the rooftop Assembly serves small bites and drinks with great views out over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

For meetings and weddings, the hotel offers a ballroom that can seat 550 plus 12 meeting and conference rooms. There is also plenty of outdoor event space for warmer days. The business center offers free printing services, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. For families, the hotel offers cribs, rollaway beds, high chairs, and children's menus. Self- and valet-parking are also available, but both options are expensive. Pets are allowed for a fee, with advance arrangements.