About Morris House Hotel
Morris House Hotel is a small boutique hotel in a Philadelphia townhouse built in 1787 and named for the Morris family, who lived in it for more than 120 years. The family traces its roots to Anthony Morris, an early colonist who helped found the city, and the house was named a National Historic Landmark in 1967. A 1914 restoration returned its north and south faces to their original look, and land from a demolished neighboring house became the garden.
Rooms range from standard and luxury rooms to mini suites, extended suites with a queen pull-out in the living room, and a Wedding Suite with a spiral stair to a loft and an outdoor balcony. Stays include a continental breakfast, afternoon tea and cookies from 3 p.m., free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour concierge. The hotel sits on South 8th Street, a short walk from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, so most of the historic district is easy to reach on foot.
There is no on-site parking. The Walnut Towers Garage across the street gives a 15% discount when the front desk validates your ticket, and bags can be dropped at the St. James Street entrance. Pets are not allowed, cribs are not available, and an adult over 21 must check in for each room. A small guest office by the front desk has a computer and printer.
Lamorè Lavender in Gibbsboro, New Jersey, is about 30 minutes east across the Delaware River. It sells its lavender salts, sugars and bath goods online and at a weekly farmers market rather than through farm visits, so check its website before planning a stop.
What to do
- Stay in a 1787 townhouse named a National Historic Landmark in 1967
- Walk to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall
- Take afternoon tea and cookies, served daily from 3 p.m.
- Book the Wedding Suite with its loft and balcony (guests 16 and up, with a parent)
Season, hours and prices
- Hours
- Check-in 3–10 p.m., check-out by 11 a.m. (policies posted 2026)
Good to know
- Dogs
- Not allowed
- Payment
- Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover
Tips for your visit
- Park in the Walnut Towers Garage across the street and have your ticket validated for 15% off
- Cancel at least 72 hours ahead for a full refund; one-night stays are charged in full when booked
- No cribs are available, and a third guest costs $25 per night
- Arriving early? Staff will store tagged luggage until check-in
Pair it with a lavender farm
Lamorè Lavender · about 30 minutes away
Lamorè Lavender is about 30 minutes east in Gibbsboro, NJ, and sells its lavender goods online and at a weekly farmers market rather than through farm visits.
Getting there
Questions
Does Morris House Hotel have parking?
No on-site lot. The Walnut Towers Garage across 8th Street gives 15% off when the hotel validates your ticket.
Are pets allowed?
No, the hotel cannot accommodate pets.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a complimentary continental breakfast, plus afternoon tea and cookies from 3 p.m.
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