The Inn at Swarthmore

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Swarthmore hotel

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Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Reception
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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10 South Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA, 19081
  • Place, Swarthmore College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spotlight Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Players Club of Swarthmore
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 900 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard 1 King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Swarthmore

In historical district.At this Swarthmore hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Swarthmore College and 6 miles (10 km) of Widener University. Harrah's Casino and Racetrack and Delaware River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Swarthmore College - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Spotlight Theater - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Players Club of Swarthmore - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Springfield Hospital - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Lincoln Financial Field - 19 min drive - 16.2 miles

Getting around

  • Swarthmore Station - 1 min walk
  • Parkview Station - 13 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tony Luke's Springfield Mall - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪320 Market Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Swarthmore

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Swarthmore hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Inn at Swarthmore. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Swarthmore hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Inn at Swarthmore offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 14.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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The Inn at Swarthmore Hotel
The Inn at Swarthmore Swarthmore
The Inn at Swarthmore Hotel Swarthmore

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Inn at Swarthmore to the airport?

The Inn at Swarthmore is 8.2 mi (13-min drive) away from the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn at Swarthmore?

As of Jan 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn at Swarthmore on Feb 1, 2026 start from $152.15, 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.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Inn at Swarthmore.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Inn at Swarthmore, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 3.00 and 14.00 per person. It's available every day from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Inn at Swarthmore?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Harrah's Casino and Racetrack (8-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Inn at Swarthmore?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM.

Is there free parking at The Inn at Swarthmore?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore have a pool?

The Inn at Swarthmore does not have a pool.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Inn at Swarthmore have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Inn at Swarthmore to downtown Swarthmore?

The Inn at Swarthmore is 0.1 mi away from Swarthmore.

The Inn at Swarthmore Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 754 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 754 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 754 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 754 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 754 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Inn at Swarthmore. The room was lovely and spacious with a delightful view of the shops and train station from our window. The staff was most friendly and helpful. We enjoyed Christmas music played in the lobby. I will always stay at the Inn when visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syed N Ali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca Wynn, Beaverton

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel with the exception that the elevator has been out of service for 2 years! Major advances in technology have been made in less time. The front desk has gotten to the point of being totally non-apologetic about it. I'm sure it hasn't been a whole lot of fun for them but try being a guest carrying multiple suitcases up 3 flights of stairs! don't know why they don't hire students from Swarthmore College as baggage porters.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a lovely place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Elevator was out of service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shwetasree

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Staff was nice. Quiet and friendly with free parking. Didn’t stay long, but definitely worth the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Property - Suite Door Lock Warning

This is a fantastic property with incredibly friendly and helpful staff. The rooms are beautifully appointed and really comfortable - you can tell they put thought into the guest experience. I was all set to give this place 5 stars, but had one unexpected hiccup that kept it at 4. I'd booked a suite, and after getting back to the hotel around 12:45 AM from a late night flight, I was getting ready for bed around 1 AM. When I went into the living room to get my luggage and closed the door behind me, it locked - the lock button had already been pushed in. Half my belongings were stuck in there, including toiletries like my earplugs that I really needed for sleeping. Unfortunately the front desk didn't have a key to get me back in. What really surprised me was learning this had happened to another guest just two nights before! That said, I have to give credit where it's due - the staff was genuinely concerned and did everything they could to help me out. They were so kind about the whole situation. I'm hoping they've been able to address this issue since my stay so future guests don't run into the same problem. Bottom line: it's a wonderful place to stay. Just a heads up for anyone booking a suite - double-check that the lock button isn't pressed before you close any doors!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great suite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon, Long Beach

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Bit of a strange hotel. I didn’t get the room I had booked and the hotel wasn’t very helpful at sorting this out refunding the difference. Rooms have noisy old AC systems and feel a bit like an 80’s Hilton room. Staff are pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

J. Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Above and beyond expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne, Washington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service in the restaurant was extremely slow. The food was good but it took a long time to receive it and what we ordered was not what we received. My wife’s omelet was made wrong and by the time she received her correct one I was completely done eating. Then it took several minutes after we were finished to get our bill. It was not crowded at the time. Only a few other customers were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: staff friendliness and hospitality, atmosphere, proximity to town and campus. Cons: walls are thin and building is dog friendly, so when other guests’ dogs whine and bark all day/night, staff can’t really do anything to help. Shower’s “modern” design (no curtain or door) = weak water pressure and water goes everywhere. Coffee is pulled every AM so you have to buy it from the restaurant. Overall I would stay again, but would look elsewhere first. Lastly, ask for a room away from the elevators, the dinging and guest noise can be distracting at all times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was exactly what we needed. The elevator was broken but that wasn’t a big problem for us. It might have been for some guests who were also on the third floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nega

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was friendly. The room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025