Sonder The Frankford

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible
Property grounds
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1502 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19125
  • Rivers Casino
    14 min walk
  • Delaware River
    15 min walk
  • Temple University
    3 min drive
  • Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    22 min drive

Room options

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 67 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Sonder The Frankford

Aparthotel with a rooftop terrace, near Temple University
Along with a rooftop terrace, this smoke-free aparthotel has concierge services and free WiFi in public areas. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and an electric kettle. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sonder The Frankford offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

During your stay at Sonder The Frankford, you'll be within walking distance of Temple University. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a rooftop terrace and concierge services. This comfortable aparthotel has 24 apartments. Each apartment includes amenities such as a kitchen and a washer/dryer.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer, and a flat-screen TV
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Services include a concierge and a virtual front desk
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Temple University and a few minutes from Liberty Bell Center
As a guest of Sonder The Frankford, you'll find a rooftop terrace, concierge services, and an elevator. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3.5-star Philadelphia aparthotel is smoke free.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Family friendly

  • Free cot/infant bed

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital service

Outdoor areas

  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 130
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Virtual front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 24 rooms
  • Individually furnished

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in.
Property Registration Number 909515

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sonder | The Frankford
Sonder Frankford Flats
Sonder The Frankford Aparthotel
Sonder The Frankford Philadelphia
Sonder The Frankford Aparthotel Philadelphia

Sonder The Frankford Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 160 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I booked from Expedia I did not realize it wasn’t a traditional hotel with a reception desk and staff upon checking in. I had recently downloaded expedia and had no idea it was using a private relay automated code email that wasn’t my personal email address. The hotel is contactless access which sends a link via email upon booking, which I didn’t receive due to the automated private relay email that Expedia generates. This created an issue for me I had to call customer service to get the link sent to my phone number. Luckily there was a really cool bar on the corner that let me sit while I sorted this out. It was stressful as my phone was about to die. Once I completed the identity verification, download the Sonder app got my access codes and could finally get into the unit. The unit was very nice very clean, comfortable bed and full apartment amenities. My favorite part was the private balcony which. I enjoyed some food I had bought across the street. The hotel is located in a really cool part of town you will not run out of things to do. There’s unique bars, restaurants and attractions everywhere. Philadelphia is a really special place and this spot taps into that in a memorable way. The rooftop lounge is very breathtaking at night. Amazing view of the downtown skyline. There’s noise from the street all night but that didn’t bother me, I grew up in a big city and you can’t expect a party city to turn off at night. Nothing crazy just some drunken laughs and yelling
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh, henderson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and great value for money! Only negative is having to find street parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh, henderson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really nice except for parking difficulty
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Yeterefwork

Liked: Cleanliness
There has to better communication line about signing into your own to get your inquiries
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought the apartment was very clean and spacious for three guests. Parking wasn't terrible, after driving around a few times I was able to get a spot on the street. Philly is a tough city to find parking, not really the Sonders fault. My only issue when staying was the key code. Have to input it multiple times to gain entry into the apartment. That was a little frustrating when we first got there since everything is through the app and there isn't a "front desk" to go visit. Tried six different times before it finally went through. Other than that, location was nice, plenty of restaurants and shops in walking distance. We actually chose this location because we were going to a concert at the Fillmore and were able to walk there and back after the show.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Trendy place in a great location.
Really good stay, so close to great food. Difficult to get cheap/close parking but it is doable. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ms.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. Instructions were clear and everything was clean and in order. Everything was great but I’d say the only negative is limited parking and construction.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Miho

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get on the bus. Very close to fast food shops and coffee shops but no glossary shop or supermarket. That’s why there’s a little bit noisy outside because any cars are parked on the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great apartment. Spacious and up to date. Parking was a little tricky but was ok. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

June

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
DON'T!
DON'T! There is a train that runs every 5-7 minutes, 5am-12am 20 feet from the bedroom windows. The window quality is extremely low and does not block the noise. I am staying at the apartment with my daughter who hasn’t slept in 3 nights because of the excessive noise The walls in the apartment are extremely thin, we hear everything that happens in the hallway and neighboring apartments. The elevator was not working when I checked in forcing me to carry our luggage to the 3rd floor by foot. There is no workstation in the apartment although that is mentioned in the listing as a feature. The coffee machine is missing a piece and is not working properly. The water pressure in both showers is very low unless using extremely hot water which is not desirable in 100-degree weather. The carpet in the left side bedroom smells of urine
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay in this reasonably priced, beautiful 1 bedroom with a kitchen in such a vibrant part of the City! Lots of trendy places to eat and shop too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location and spacious
I booked this apartment for visiting family and they loved it. The location was great and the unit was spacious. We also enjoyed he rooftop. Plenty to do nearby and it's also close to public transit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kim B

Travelled with family
Spacious Safe but Loud!
We booked this property to have more space and a kitchen. It suited our needs perfectly. The kitchen had only the very basic elements-2 pots. 2 pans, no cookie sheet or anything oven related and absolutely zero cooking utensils. I requested that some be sent and no one ever got back. The neighborhood is lively and LOUD! Parties on the roof deck until late and the train runs from 5:3AM to 12:00 midnight. You can hear every train-especially in the back facing units. Our unit needed maintenance: a door coming off its hinge, the dryer in need of repair and a shower that needed a scrub.
This is the exterior of the building
This is the roof deck seating -one of two areas.
Our mini balcony which allowed us to open a giant slider.
Cooking supplies
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tenesha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Overall it was fine. There are no close convenient stores or similar so the “not so stocked” kitchen can’t be utilized for a 3-day stay. Frustrating that there is not a close spot to get the essentials. One of the appliances didn’t work. But the bed was comfortable and the room was a nice size. It was a bit noisy at times but I think that is just the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Marcia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The apartment was very nice, clean, spacious. But the building is near the SEPTA metro, and so quite noisy when the train goes by. Also, the elevator stopped working, which mean climbing up and down five flights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024