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# Akwaaba Philadelphia – Cozy Bed & Breakfast in Philadelphia, PA
Akwaaba Philadelphia is a charming bed and breakfast located at 3709 Baring St, Philadelphia, PA. This historic property, formerly known as Spruce Hill Manor, offers a unique blend of comfort and cultural richness, making it a perfect retreat for travelers. With its roots deeply embedded in the vibrant music scene of Philadelphia, Akwaaba celebrates the city’s heritage through its themed rooms and warm hospitality. Guests consistently highlight the exceptional service, delicious breakfast options, and the inviting atmosphere that fosters community among visitors. Whether you're in town for a special occasion or simply exploring the city, Akwaaba provides an unforgettable experience.

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I had a wonderful stay at Akwaaba Philadelphia. The Roots Retreat was spacious and comfortable--perfect for a relaxing visit. I didn't realize when I booked that the room was on the third floor, so for those with mobility concerns, it might be worth requesting a room on a lower level. Everything I needed was readily available, and it was clear that if I had needed anything else, it would've been just a quick phone call away. The service was excellent, the price was very reasonable, and the location was ideal--especially for attending graduation weekend at UPenn. Breakfast was absolutely delicious each morning--a great way to start the day. On my next visit, I'm looking forward to spending more time enjoying the beautiful outdoor spaces on the property. I'm already thinking about my return!

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We were there for a family birthday and the location, decor and staff were wonderful! I've been to the Cape May location, it was wonderful too...My goal is to visit them all!

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The staff was amazing. The ability to build community with other guests was a sweet added bonus. Food was great. The house felt so homey. Room was just enough to retreat to after a day of exploring Philly. I look forward to returning.

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I don't know if I can say enough good things. We stayed on a whim as an anniversary celebration, so we booked one night in the Blue Note. I was a little worried when we first arrived, because despite ringing the bell a couple times, it didn't seem like anyone was there to receive us. Fortunately, Michelle, the innkeeper arrived to greet us. Any reservations we had quickly dissolved with her upbeat attitude and her hospitality towards us. She showed us around a little bit and then gave us the key to our room. The room itself was so beautiful. It was modern and smelled freshly cleaned. It was a cold but sunny afternoon, so all of the natural light coming in enhanced everything. Around 4 o' clock, we had appetizers and wine prepared by Michelle. It was nice to just sit and listen to old school soul music there before heading back to our room for a while. We spent a little time there figuring out the tv, since initially something was going on that caused it to error, but I am sort of tech savvy, so we figured it out and got it working again on our own. By that point, all we wanted to do is nap anyway. The king sized bed and fluffy pillows just called out to us. Later in the evening, we had dinner somewhere downtown, and when we came back there were rose petals leading to our room. Inside the room was champagne, strawberries and chocolate, plus their luxurious robes! I felt so treated. In the morning the superb hospitality continued with that of innkeeper Tonie, who made us the most amazing french toast and meats. She also delivered some pumpkin bread that was simply delicious. We just loved the joyful spirit and care from the individuals who served us here this weekend. It was much appreciated. As a native of the city, I am glad there is somewhere to get away that is so close by. Hopefully I can return here again soon, maybe for a girls getaway. Also want to add a special shout-out to Katch, who helped me book our stay, and was so sweet and accommodating.

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Akwaaba did not disappoint! Every aspect of our experience was stellar. This team is definitely operating in its strengths. The property is lovely, the food is delicious, the energy is positive, and the ambiance is soothing! The amenities are on point, the area has many interesting activities and restaurants. We're looking for another opportunity to join them here and at the other locations!

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Monique and Glenn have DONE IT AGAIN with the newest addition to the Akwaaba Dynasty located in Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Akwaaba, located at 3709 Baring Street, was formally the Spruce Hill Manor. Nestled on a tree lined street, strategically between Drexel University and The University of Pennsylvania, this historic landmark boasts of relaxation! So much so, the theme of the newest Akwaaba member is the Sound's of Philadelphia! From rooms honoring Jill Scott, Patti LaBelle, The Roots, and more this Akwaaba property is sure to please! Relax in the library, the courtyard, the porch, or the backyard to find peace and serenity! This is an instant LANDMARK of exceptional service!

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Spruce Hill Manor ended up being an unexpected highlight of my trip to Philly. Beautiful historic home right near the University, and was easy to Uber around town from here. Janet and her helper were always cheerful and accommodating, especially with late checkout. Super clean space. We stayed in the Library Room which was just enough room for 3 people. Beds were comfy and the neighborhood is quiet. Appreciated the breakfast spread with quiche, cakes, fruit, and cereals, and that we were able to hang out in the dining room drinking tea and soaking up the natural light and elegant furnishings.

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Ummmmm.... (as if it's ok to start a review off this way lol!) this is nothing short of an AMAZING place to stay! I'm not sure of any other way to say it! This is the diamond of all diamonds in the rough ‍ It's a hidden gem in West Philly right off of Lancaster. This was our first time staying at a Bed & Breakfast and it set the standards pretty high. If you are genuinely over the cookie cutter hotels and appreciate A LOT of character as well as love great service, this is for you. The attention to detail is not missed nor is the rich musical history of Philly's R&B sound. Although we stayed in the Blue Note room named after Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, we got to peek in on the other 5 rooms and was blown away. This staycation was to celebrate our 19th wedding anniversary during COVID-19. We decided to do away with the hassle of traveling and discover what our own city had to offer. The Inn Keepers- Ms. Toni & Michelle were born for hospitality. Uche, the house keeper (as well as Ms. Toni) prepared the best breakfast! We highly recommend & plan on visiting the other locations... I will add 2 minor observations.... to get the full experience of the luxurious rooms I personally think the Itchi Ya Ya rooms misses the mark on that. It's just a room w/ a bed (and few other details) whereas the other rooms are full suites. And because this is such a rustic place there's obviously no central air so there's individual units in each room. I don't think our unit was suitable for our room. We got pretty warm at night. But this will NOT deter us from returning!

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My first experience at a bed and breakfast and was the absolute best. I along with 3 other girlfriends stayed at Akwaaba, PA August 25 for 1 night. The Inn-keeper, Nani was the absolute best, very accommodating, knowledgeable about the area offering suggestions on what to do/where to go. The evening reception was awesome, Nani prepared everything from scratch. Breakfast on Sunday was homemade Challah French toast, turkey bacon, eggs, pear ginger compote, fresh cranberry/orange juice and coffee. The rooms were simply AMAZING!!! We stayed in the Neo-Soul room, and toured the others which only got better! We will definitely return to Akwaaba!!! THANK YOU NANI and MS. MONIQUE!!!

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Awesome staff. Great rooms. The southern breakfast was absolutely amazing. Cannot say enough good things about this B&B.

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