Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
While I am not sure of the extent of the remodel for the conversion to Autograph Collection, even as a Courtyard it was a very nice property far exceeding typical brand standards. It was my favorite Center City property to stay at. So even if it is essentially just a normal periodic room refresh, it still wouldn't be lipstick on a pig. I know they were doing extensive renovations to the lobby and restaurant. My business travel has changed recently and I no longer go to Philadelphia regularly, so I haven't been able to check in on the progress. The open question is what will the typical rates be? My corporate was well under $200 a night when it was a CY which was a steal. When/If I am in Philly again, I will probably stay there to see how it turned out as long as the rates haven't gone up too much.
--Jon