Description

Topped by the red neon letters PSFS (referring to the former tenant, Pennsylvania Savings Fund Society), this 1930s building was the country's first skyscraper in the ultramodern international style. With an attitude that is decidedly contemporary, the hotel has guest rooms that are equipped with cordless phones and data ports. There are three levels of concierge rooms with a private library and lounge ...
by fodors on September 25, 2007 from fodors

Tips

The Extras: Don't miss SoleFood--the hotel's colorful seafood restaurant--or Tellers' Bar, an art-deco gem open nightly until 1am.
by Citysearch on April 03, 2008 from Citysearch
Know Before You Go: Patrons with pets can stay on the sixth or seventh floor. The hotel provides a water dish, food bowl, mat and a toy at no additional charge.
by Citysearch on April 03, 2008 from Citysearch

Editorial Reviews

In Short Formerly the headquarters for the Pennsylvania Savings Fund Society, this skyscraper offers a large-scale hotel experience, with a huge indoor fitness center (located on the fifth floor, complete with swimming pool, sauna and a private trainer), along with nearly 600 guest rooms and suites. The rooms offer a feeling of spaciousness with their high ceilings, and appeal to business ...
Rated 4.3 stars by Citysearch on April 03, 2008 from Citysearch
The Loews, opened in spring 2000 in the former PSFS Bank tower, is the fine product of the marriage of an Art Deco architectural landmark and a prestigious hotel chain. The tower, located across from the Reading Terminal and the Convention Center, was the nation's first skyscraper of modern design and construction, with gleaming polished stone and clocks by Cartier. Loews Hotels turned the 1932 granite ...
by frommers on April 05, 2007 from frommers