The Bellevue’s history is steeped in luxury, but it also has a darker past, notably the tragic 1976 Legionnaires' disease outbreak that claimed 29 lives. Today, modern guests regularly report bizarre nighttime activity. Some have documented alarming temperature drops in their rooms, while others have been jolted awake by the sensation of an unseen force tugging at their bed covers or toes as they try to sleep.
For thrill-seekers visiting in the autumn, checking into one of these haunted Philly hotels is the perfect anchor for a weekend of frights. After dropping off your bags, you can spend your evening seeking out the best scary Philly attractions or grabbing a seasonal dry-ice cocktail at various spooky Philadelphia bars. If you need a daytime break from the ghosts, you can always take a quick drive out of the city limits to enjoy traditional Pennsylvania haunted hayrides.
