Set to open in August, this hotel is designed to accomodate long term travellers. It's situated right next door to the convention center, so its fate is probably tied to the convention center's.

Following the migration of several corporate headquarters to the Navy Yard, it only makes sense that a large, business hotel would follow. The Courtyard Marriott is set to open in December.

Even though the Hotel Monaco has only been open since October of last year, it has quickly made a name for itself and brightened up the somewhat stodgy Philly hotel scene.

Last June, the Latham Hotel reopened, after completing a total renovation of all 139 guest rooms, and renewing the lobby.

Until the Homewood Suites opened up in University City, there were no major hotels in the area. Now, the 136 unit hotel caters to those on university business.