Best for: Groups, families, extended staysLocation: Fishtown, PhiladelphiaCan’t-miss feature: Insider access to reservations at sister restaurants Suraya and Kalaya—two tables worth planning a trip around.In a nutshell: With full kitchens, spacious layouts, and the sharp look of a design-savvy friend’s home, Archway’s 11 individually designed suites let you settle into Philadelphia’s cool and culturally rich Fishtown neighborhood in style. A team available anytime by message replaces a traditional front desk, helping guests with neighborhood gym access and securing coveted dinner reservations.
Regan Stephens
Regan Stephens
Rooms
Whether staying a few nights or several months, Archway’s 11 one- and two-bedroom suites make it easy to feel at home in Fishtown. Co-owner and designer Katherine Lundberg envisioned each space with its own distinct feel—individual art, textiles, design books, and live plants—but with a throughline of Scandinavian-inspired custom furniture and neutral tones punctuated by pops of bold color, from pieces like deep orange velvet chairs and marigold light fixtures.
Also standard: oversized windows that flood the spaces with natural light, and kitchens equipped with induction stovetops, cookware, dishwashers, and Nespresso coffee makers. Bedrooms are outfitted with Wink mattresses and luxe Frette linens, and marble bathrooms are stocked with Aesop products and Dyson hair dryers. I especially loved the small thoughtful touches, including a Marshall speaker paired with a curated Archway Spotify playlist, and a Theragun for soothing sore muscles after a workout or a day spent trekking the city. There’s also secure luggage storage for unencumbered exploring before check-in or after checkout.
Regan Stephens
Regan Stephens
Food and drink
Although Archway doesn’t have its own restaurant on-site, the property is located in the epicenter of Philadelphia’s buzziest dining corridor, with dozens of cafés, wine bars, and lauded restaurants just steps away. A stay here also gives you a foot in the door at two nearby sister restaurants, Suraya and Kalaya—with advance notice, the Archway team can help secure otherwise elusive dinner reservations.
A few blocks away, Kalaya, which nabbed a James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant in 2026, centers on chef Nok Suntaranon’s epic southern Thai cooking. Order abundantly, but don’t miss delicate bird-shaped dumplings that are as delightful as they are delicious. And located just across the street from Archway, Suraya is a polished all-day café and Lebanese restaurant. It’s convenient enough to stop by in the morning for a latte and pistachio-rose cruller, and to return later for dinner in the serene back garden.
Regan Stephens
Regan Stephens
What to do nearby
Archway is set on Frankford Avenue, a main thoroughfare that cuts through Fishtown, a thriving neighborhood situated northeast of Center City along the Delaware River. A short stroll down the street will take you past vintage shops, art galleries, cafés, indie boutiques, music venues, and a density of excellent bars and restaurants.
Insider tip
Book suite 201 for its private, furnished outdoor deck facing the quiet back of the property.
Final considerations:
Family friendly: YesAccessibility: The property is a three-story walk-up, but offers one ADA-accessible Classic King Suite on the first floor with a separate entrance.Wellness: Guests get access to City Fitness Fishtown, a sprawling gym and wellness facility located just across the street.Hotel brand: Independent