"Fronting quaint Washington Square West, the Kimpton Hotel Monaco is housed in the former Lafayette Building of Old City, Philadelphia. From the outside, it looks like your run-of-the-mill Greek Revival building, but step inside the lobby and colorful whimsy abounds: Eighteenth century-inspired wainscoting, coffered ceilings, and Millwork treatments juxtapose boldly hued walls, federal-nouveau furnishings, and a wall of antique calligraphy pens behind the front desk. The confluence of old and new continues through the 268 guest rooms, where printed wallpaper, patterned drapes, and glossy red dressers result in a fun, sometimes overwhelming, combination. Fortunately, the hotel sits firmly in the present, with wellness-centric amenities that include Monday evening yoga classes, in-room yoga mats, and custom-designed bikes." - Regan Stephens, Katie James Watkinson
