Media Inn & Suites

512 E Franklin St, Media, PA 19063, Media, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 2.9 / 5

Overview

Media Inn & Suites is a 2-star budget property in Media, Pennsylvania. It’s positioned as a simple, short-stay option rather than a full-service hotel, and its public rating is 2.9/5 based on 196 reviews.

Location

The hotel is located at 512 E Franklin St, Media, PA 19063. It’s within driving distance of major Philadelphia attractions, including the Philadelphia Zoo (about 16.978 km away), the Penn Museum (about 16.569 km away), and the Please Touch Museum (about 16.280 km away).

Nearby attractions

For museum-focused days, guests have access to the Philadelphia Museum of Art (about 17.919 km away) and the Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps (about 17.980 km away), plus The Franklin Institute (about 18.321 km away) and the Barnes Foundation (about 18.421 km away). Other notable nearby points of interest include Eastern State Penitentiary (about 18.687 km away), Reading Terminal Market (about 19.347 km away), Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (about 19.101 km away), the Mütter Museum (about 17.916 km away), and Bartram’s Garden (about 14.482 km away). Tyler Arboretum is closer at about 5.762 km away, and the Brandywine Museum of Art is about 18.819 km away.

Amenities & facilities

Amenities are not documented in the available property data. Based on guest feedback, room-condition items (such as A/C, TV, and hot-water reliability) and general upkeep are recurring points of attention, so travelers may want to verify key essentials at check-in.

Best for

This property fits travelers seeking a low-cost, basic overnight stop in Media with access to the wider Philadelphia area by car. It may appeal most to guests whose plans center on nearby attractions—such as Tyler Arboretum and major Philadelphia museums—rather than on-site amenities (which are not documented). Given the mixed guest feedback, it is best for flexible travelers who prioritize location and price over consistency.

Travel tips

Because many key attractions listed are 14–19 km away, plan on driving or arranging rides to Philadelphia’s museums, markets, and family attractions. If you’re arriving late, consider confirming room essentials (A/C, TV, and hot water) at check-in, as reviews mention occasional functionality and maintenance issues. For a closer outing, Tyler Arboretum is one of the nearest listed points of interest (about 5.762 km away).

What guests say

Guest feedback most often highlights a mixed experience: some guests describe staff as pleasant and willing to help address issues when notified. Other reviews point to organizational problems and slow follow-through when rooms need attention. Multiple excerpts mention room-condition concerns such as odors, maintenance/upkeep problems, and intermittent functionality of basics like A/C, TV, and hot water. There are also mentions of noise or disturbances around the parking area, suggesting that the overall environment can feel inconsistent depending on timing and circumstances.

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