About us
Originally built in 1907 as Philadelphia's Central YMCA, our hotel is housed in a 10-story Georgian revival-style structure with intriguing historical flair, located in the heart of the city's business district and less than one block from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The fine detail of the original ornate woodwork adds a dignified ambiance - and the multiple working fireplaces coupled with our 16 foot, floor to ceiling windows create an intriguing juxtaposition that breaks from the typical "meeting space". Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown, a Marriott Hotel, offers just over 9,000 square feet of meeting and ballroom space, perfect for anything from a business meeting to a dream wedding. The Trumbauer Ballroom is 2,352 square feet and boasts a refined setting featuring rich millwork and 20' ceilings as well as a built-in stage. Adjacent to the Trumbauer Ballroom, the Abele Library is an elegant reception room with two fireplaces and floor to ceiling windows overlooking Philadelphia's architecturally striking City Hall.
Venue Details
ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandCourtyard
BuiltJune 4, 2025
Renovated2025
Total meeting space9,165 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms202
Venue typeLuxury hotel
Industry Ratings
Northstar
AAA
Awards
Industry awards
- Pennyslvania Historic Preservation Award- Public & Institutional Adaptive Reuse
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Apr 01 - Jun 30Sep 02 - Nov 21
Shoulder season
Nov 22 - Dec 31Jul 01 - Sep 01
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 31
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
9,165 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,352 sq. ft.
Space (private)
5,153 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
1,394 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,170 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
9,165 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,352 sq. ft.
Space (private)
5,153 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
1,394 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,170 sq. ft.
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square | Perimeter seating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2,352 sq. ft. 56 x 42 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 308 | 60 | 200 | 215 | 308 | 180 | 72 | 120 | 66 | - | |
1,386 sq. ft. 33 x 42 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 176 | 39 | 120 | 130 | 176 | 75 | 38 | 72 | 48 | - | |
966 sq. ft. 23 x 42 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 143 | 36 | 80 | 85 | 143 | 60 | 38 | 48 | 42 | - | |
1,394 sq. ft. 82 x 17 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 150 | 75 | 120 | 130 | 147 | 78 | 74 | 72 | 78 | - | |
1,170 sq. ft. 65 x 80 sq. ft. | 75 ft. | 90 | - | 80 | 100 | 90 | - | - | - | - | - | |
663 sq. ft. 39 x 17 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | 50 | 33 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 35 | 32 | 30 | 30 | - | |
225 sq. ft. 15 x 17 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | 20 | 15 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 18 | - | |
408 sq. ft. 24 x 17 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | 30 | 21 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 18 | - | |
120 sq. ft. 11 x 11 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 6 | 6 | 6 | - | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | - | 6 |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
202
Single (1 bed)
111
Double (2 beds)
72
Suites
19
Tax rate
8%
Occupancy rate
16.37%
Total guest rooms
202
Single (1 bed)
111
Double (2 beds)
72
Suites
19
Tax rate
8%
Occupancy rate
16.37%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
9 mi
Distance from airport 9 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $70.00/day )
Street parking
Local Attractions
Betsy Ross House
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e Betsy Ross House, the birthplace of the American flag, is alive with the sights and sounds of the 18th century. Tour the house and then stay a while longer to learn more about Betsy and her exciting life and times through our interactive, historical programming.
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Philadelphia, PA, US 19106
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Please Touch Museum
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3 mi
The museum focuses on teaching children through interactive exhibits and special events, mostly aimed at children seven years old and younger.
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Philadelphia, PA, US 19131
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Boathouse Row
Park
2 mi
The Mann Center
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5 mi
5201 Parkside Avenue
Fairmount Park
Philadelphia, PA, US 19131
University of Pennsylvania
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1 mi
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Philadelphia, PA, US 19104
Academy of Natural Sciences
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1 mi
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA, US 19103
Liberty Bell Center
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1 mi
143 South Third Street
Philadelphia, PA, US 19106
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Philadelphia, PA, US 19106
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1 mi
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Park
2 mi
3400 Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA, US 19104
Comcast Center
Business district
1 mi
1701 JFK Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA, US 19102
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Shopping
1 mi
1650 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA, US 19103
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Shopping
1 mi
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Theater
1 mi
240 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA, US 19102
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Museum
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2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA, US 19130
The Franklin Institute
Museum
1 mi
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Philadelphia, PA, US 19103
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Museum
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Additional details
Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown completed a full renovation of guestrooms, lobby, restaurant, atrium and fitness center in the June of 2025. Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown is a fully revitalized property!
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Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety
Were practices at Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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