Continental Congress Loft - Kestrel Building

Summary:
With the skyline at your fingertips, located in Center City, this lofted apartment features awe inspiring views of Philly from the cozy breakfast nook and features coffee roasted just for you by elixir coffee, our local roasters. Located minutes away from the Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market. Walk to Independence Park, The Constitution Center, Museum of the American Revolution, Art Museum, Rail Park, Barnes Foundation and only steps from City Hall.

The Space:
SLEEPING - ZzzZ
• 1 Bedroom
• Sleeps 3 adults comfortably and spaciously.
• 1 Queen sized bed 1 Twin sized bed, perfect, cozy, and restful.

BATH
• Full bathroom with dual flush toilet for water conservation, concrete tiled shower and quartz shelf storage for all personal items.
• 3 in 1 shower gel from local soap makers Duross and Langel. Ensuring cruelty free products.
• Full vanity with ample space for your personal items,
• Hairdryer included

EATING
• Modern kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, and quartz countertops. Kitchens are fully equipped and include dishware, flatware, glassware, pots, pans, and ovenware.
• Equipped with Salt, Pepper, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, essential Spices.
• Appliances include 4-top electric stove and oven, microwave, refrigerator with freezer, pour-over coffee carafe, coffee specifically roasted for us by Elixr Coffee Roasters, and variety of teas.
• Mixers and bitters a provided for your cocktail needs.
• Almond milk and coconut creamer included

NOTABLE EXTRAS
• Stylish Hand Selected Decor
• Hi Speed Wifi
• Sonos smart speaker
• ERV Fresh Air recirculating system
• Secure Luggage Drop
• Full Kitchen with all your cooking needs
• Clothing Steamer
• Large Closet with plenty of hangers
• Breathtaking views of the Philadelphia Skyline
• Walk to 100's of shops & restaurants
• Dozens of museums within walking distance

Guest Access:
Self Check in with keypad 24/hrs a day with keypad and smart lock.
Guests have access to our secure luggage drop area for the morning leading up to their stay and upon check out until midnight

The Neighborhood:
The apartment is located in the Kestrel Hotel in The Loft District. Its the most centrally located neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. Only steps away from the Philadelphia Convention Center (3-5 minute walk) City Hall and Center City.
In the immediate neighborhood our favorite hangouts are, Cafe Lift, Prohibition Taproom, Reading Viaduct/RailPark, Underground Arts, Trestle Inn and Elixir Coffee.
Biking in the Loft District is easy, flat and bike lanes are plentiful.
South on 13th St. will bring you through the intersection at Sansom St. This intersection boast a collection of some of Philadelphia's most acclaimed restaurants bars. Head westbound on Walnut St. and you'll quickly find yourself among world class shopping and the famed Rittenhouse Square. Chinatown offers a unique collection of the best Chinese and Vietnamese restaurants with an outstanding vibe. Take Vine St. to Logan Circle where you'll see the Art Museum (aka. Rocky Steps) in the distance. Head west on Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the Art Museum where you'll find the Rock Statue. Behind the museum, and snaking along the Schuylkill River is the Schuylkill River Trail. Walk, Run or Cycle for miles and see iconic scenes like boathouse row. Bikes can easily be rented at one of the many Indego bike share stations. Looking for a cultural experience similar to that of Brooklyn, NY? Take the "EL"( aka. the blue line) to Fishtown for a dense collection of events, beer gardens, critically acclaimed restaurants and craft coffeehouses. Every corner of the city offers a unique experience that will satisfy all guests.

Getting Around:
Walking is the easiest way to get around. Since the neighborhood is centered in the city, everything is accessible via foot, like the Convention Center which is a 3-5 minute walk! The studio is a 2 minute walk to the Broad Street Subway as well as the Market/Frankford Line, so accessing public transportation (aka. SEPTA) is effortless.
Biking in the Loft District is easy, flat and bike lanes are plentiful, rent a bike from the Indego bike share kiosk located at 13th and Callowhill St. approximately 1/2 a block away from the building.

Other Things to Note:
The apartment is part of the Kestrel Hotel. A recently built marvel of eco friendly, energy efficient construction using ICF (insulated concrete form) building systems.

PARKING
• We offer paid private indoor parking at the building. Its booked on a first come/first serve basis.

Public Transportation
The SEPTA system is Philadelphia’s public transportation system. It reaches throughout the city and is easily accessed on the next block over at Broad St. and Vine St.

Interaction with Guests:
You have 24/7 access to assistance. You will have contact details for not only your host, but the co-host as well. For after hours emergencies, you'll be given contact details for reaching our assistance team. All of the information needed for a seamless check-in, finding your apartment, getting around the city, recommendations for restaurants and nightlife, museums and events, as well as information about essentials like, gas stations, grocery stores, pharmacies and hospitals.