Apple Hostels

Property class: 2
Family-friendly hostel within walking distance of Independence Hall

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Apple Hostels puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Independence Hall and Liberty Bell Center. Also, Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse Square are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 2nd St. Station is 3 minutes and 5th St. Station is 6 minutes.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The current price is $118
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Room options

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A bathroom with three sinks, two mirrors, and a window.

Single Bed in Male Dorm (18-Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 135 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bathroom with three sinks, two mirrors, and a window.

Single Bed in Female Dorm (18-Bed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 135 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Bed in Female Dorm (4-Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Single Bed in Male Dorm (4-Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Single Bed in Male Dorm (6-Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 209 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Bed in Mixed Dorm (6-Bed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 199 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A tablet displaying a hotel booking website, a power outlet sign, and a lock on a door.

Single bed in Male Dorm w/Ensuite Bathroom (10-Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 650 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window.

Private Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a wall clock.

Private Room, Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bunk bed with a desk and chair, a window with curtains, and a wall socket.

Private Room, Bunk Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Female Dorm (6-Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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32 Bank Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106

What's nearby

  • Independence National Historical Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Museum of the American Revolution - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Independence Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Liberty Bell Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Liberty Bell - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 15 min drive
  • Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 23 min drive
  • Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 42 min drive
  • Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 42 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 42 min drive
  • Philadelphia Temple University Station - 6 min drive
  • Philadelphia University City Station - 6 min drive
  • North Philadelphia Station - 8 min drive
  • 2nd St. Station - 3 min walk
  • 5th St. Station - 6 min walk
  • 8th St Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Oh Brother Philly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sonny's Famous Steaks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Khyber Pass Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Old City Beer Garden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Campo's Philly Cheesesteaks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apple Hostels

  • Apple Hostels puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Independence Hall and Liberty Bell Center. Also, Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse Square are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 2nd St. Station is 3 minutes and 5th St. Station is 6 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (11 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Foosball

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1892
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Communal living room
  • Arcade/game room
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Lockers available
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 75 mi (120 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Property Registration Number 453212

Also known as

Apple Hostels
Apple Hostels Hostel
Apple Hostels Hostel Philadelphia
Apple Hostels Philadelphia
Apple Hostels Of Philadelphia Hotel Philadelphia
Apple Hostels Philadelphia
Apple Hostels Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Apple Hostels Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Does Apple Hostels offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apple Hostels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Apple Hostels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Apple Hostels?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Apple Hostels.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apple Hostels?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Apple Hostels?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Rivers Casino (3-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (7-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Apple Hostels and nearby?

Apple Hostels has an arcade.

What's the area around Apple Hostels like?

Apple Hostels is a short 3-minute walk from 2nd St. Station and 6 minutes' walk from Independence Hall.

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Reviews

Apple Hostels Reviews

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8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located near good food options with many options within a short walking distance. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was accessible, Jess was really helpful and she explained well the whole process. I would love to stay more. The room, common toilet, kitchen, and washroom was clean and organized. I strongly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and safe! Friendly staff and great location. Would recommend to other solo travelers
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10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing and staff was great and helpful for this senior veteran 🏨thank you
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and set up was cool! Staff were very helpful.
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8/10 Very good

Walking distance to old city, I arrived very late but staff still checked me in with no problems!
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10/10 Exceptional

All useful amenities . I'd stay here again
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10/10 Exceptional

I love this hostel and stay there often when I make a quick visit to Philly. The energy in the common area is always very positive, with people hanging out talking, playing games together, and playing the piano. I also find the kitchen clean and well stocked with supplies for cooking.
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10/10 Exceptional

Good place very kind staff )))
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing clean, great staff and the best pool table
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff, great room options, I also like the tour guides they offer and tour booklets for the area.
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes the staff was very courteous
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10/10 Exceptional

Book with this hostel for an awesome trip

Great for solo travelers and amazing friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Affordable and safe.
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10/10 Exceptional

Was able to get a private room with no issues. Place is nice & comfortable.
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8/10 Very good

Convenient location
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms and bathrooms would recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff and being able to cook my own food
Verified review

8/10 Very good

convenient to city center and major tourist attractions
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Fantastic staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, lots to see and eat within a few blocks of the building
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff. Centrally located in old town, near historic sites.
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10/10 Exceptional

11/10 will most definitely stay there again in my travels! Great staff, great location, safe and very kind to your wallet.
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8/10 Very good

This was my first time staying at a hostel. The staff was super friendly and made me feel right in! Check in and check out was super quick and easy.
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10/10 Exceptional

Apple hostels is a great place to stay. Their lounge is well equipped and they have a friendly atmosphere.
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10/10 Exceptional

I love that they have such community building focused activities and amenities.