Cornerstone Bed & Breakfast

Cornerstone Bed & Breakfast was perfect for our family. We were touring UPenn in Philadelphia and it was in a great location close to the campus. The breakfast was good, but not very substantial. Our room was very cosy and clean.
If looking for a nice place to stay in Philly, I recommend Cornerstone.

I took my family of 4 to Philadelphia and we stayed here. We stayed in the Continental suite and my kids LOVED the giant bathtub. The beds were comfortable! Which is often difficult to achieve for my very specific preferences for firm and «I don’t want to feel my husband move». My husband was comfortable too, and he is even harder to please than me. Mission accomplished! I need to know what kind of mattress and topper they have so that I can outfit my own bed in the same way. Breakfast was great. We were there mid-​week and enjoyed the many savory and sweet choices of continental delights. Many homemade baked goods provided along with fresh fruit, boiled eggs and meats, cheese. They provided a great continental spread. The hosts also provide fantastic advice on touring the historic city. This place is worth a stay, but book in advance, they are sooo good, they fill up on weekends!

We were made to feel so welcome and at home. Their attention to detail was excellent. Liz’s breakfasts are incredible. They made our stay in Philadelphia extra special and we’ll be back to this B&B again!
The third floor (Continental Suite) is an excellent option for a couple who prefers to sleep separately (husbands who snore!), but still enjoy together time. It has a small «extra bedroom» that is perfect to move the snorer to at sleeptime.

This bnb is absolutely gorgeous, and the owners are so friendly and welcoming! My husband and I were traveling with his parents, so we stayed in the Continental Suite, which was a great space for two couples traveling together. We each got our own room, with a shared bathroom between. The only thing to be aware of is that that particular room is on the top floor (which means it’s quiet) so you’re going up quite a few stairs, some of which were sort of steep. The breakfast was amazing — they had a hot brunch-​style breakfast on Sunday, and then on weekdays they do more of a cold breakfast with breads, cheeses, meats, yogurts, fruits — still very good and generous!

I stayed here the night before taking my Step 2 CS exam. It was honestly the best possible experience I could have asked for – very quiet, spotless, and comfortable. The owners are really friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the exam itself. Breakfast is delicious, and I was sent to take my test with additional snacks for the day (as well as some last minute advice!).
They offer a discount to students taking the test – it rivaled the cost of all other hotels in the area, but is undoubtedly more luxurious. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Great breakfast!

After almost 4 years of walking past the Cornerstone B&B on the way to class my wife and I booked a night there to revisit our old area. We stayed in the Philadelphian, a gorgeous green room with amazing stained glass and a nice modern bathroom.
The entire building, in fact, looks great and has been lovingly restored to the Victorian style. It’s not perfectly historically accurate; for example some of the furniture is more modern because, according to the owner, «Victorian furniture is extremely uncomfortable». It still looks amazing. We especially loved the stained glass, which is all original, and the glass chandelier.
We stayed over the weekend, when they serve full breakfast, and the food was excellent. The owners were really nice and had plenty of interesting historical knowledge about the house.
The only major downside: The parking is typical urban street parking, which is not much fun but we managed to get a decent spot both times we had to look. Fortunately it’s within walking distance of plenty of public transit, and the owners will happily explain how to use it.
Overall we were really happy with it, and would gladly stay again.

I stayed at Cornerstone B&B with my mom for one night back in November. I was taking the USMLE Step 2 CS exam and needed a quiet and nearby place to stay. After doing some research I chose Cornerstone because of the recommendations and how cozy the place looked in pictures. I was able to get a discount because I was taking the USMLE exam so props for that!
My mom and I got there at night and were warmly greeted by Dennis who immediately showed us our room and invited us to try some snacks and coffee/​tea that were available at all times. The day I stayed I could see a couple of other examinees so I didn’t feel alone. We stayed at the Furness Room which has its own bathroom; the room was wonderful and fully equipped (there was a hair dryer, yay!) Dennis was very knowledgeable about the exam policies and gave us some snacks to take with us. Breakfast was delicious. Dennis let my mom wait in the dinning/​living room area until I was done with the exam at around 4pm. She had a lovely time and that made me feel much more relaxed since I didn’t want her to be alone in the street. My experience was fantastic, you can breath in all the coziness and warmth as soon as you walk into the inn. Yesterday I got my exam results and I passed =) I think staying at the inn definitely helped me during this nerve-​wracking day. I’ll definitely be back during the summer with the family!

My husband and I stayed recently and really loved our room-​The University Suite. NOT expensive if you consider that you get free breakfast, unlimited snacks and coffee/​tea, free street parking, free wifi, and even zoo tickets! The room was large and updated but kept its historic charm. The home is situated in a great neighborhood within walking distance from the art museum, the zoo, and the SEPTA blue line. It was our first B&B experience and I think it will be tough to beat! Friendly owners make sure you’re comfortable and taken care and give great restaurant reccomendations. We would definitely stay again!

LOVE THIS PLACE! It’s situated right in Drexler University area, everything is within walking distance or a short drive. The owners are awesome! The rooms are perfect. We stayed on the 3^rd floor, which was a little hard on my 12 year old dog to do the stairs, but she survived. (yes, it is dog friendly). The wrap around proch is great to sit and have a glass of wine and enjoy the neighborhood. The good was fabulous, and having coffee served to you on the porch each morning was such a nice treat. I would definately recommend staying here. I know I’ll be back!

I highly recommend the Cornerstone for anyone wishing to stay in the Powelton Village area especially since the Museum of Art is only a 15 min walk away
The owners are very friendly, and the B&B itself is excellently maintained. The rooms were spotless both times we were there and the breakfast in the morning was delicious.

Nice B&B. Fairly inexpensive but you wouldn’t know it; they are in a nice part of town, serve a delicious breakfast (day 1 was poached eggs and toast, and day 2 was irish oatmeal with almonds and fruit), and foster a friendly and quiet atmosphere. Our room was the only one without an attached bath, but the bath was huge and we rarely saw anyone in the hall.
They have a big porch, wifi, and fridges and a washer and dryer for guests. It’s a ten minute walk to the Philadelphia Art Museum, the 30^th & Market Street station (Amtrak/​local transit), or University City.
Apparently they have regulars during the week, which probably contributes to the un-​touristy atmosphere.

A little kitschy, this B&B located in Powelton Village is perfect for parents visiting their children at Penn or Drexel.
The service is impeccable, and the rates are reasonable when compared with other amenities in the area (the inn at penn or the Sheraton). We managed to please my friend’s very picky mother when she came for graduation a few years ago, and she has stayed there everytime she has visited since!
The most important thing for me in a hotel is that it is clean, and Cornerstone is impeccable. The mirrors were streak free, and there was no lint or dust on the floors, or any weird stains on towels or the sheets. Thankfully, the front porch (great for quiet people watching) is well maintained and has comfortable furniture, perfect for resting after a long day of sight-​seeing.
I recommend specifically requesting a room with a private bath, though, as not all rooms have a private bath.