The Union League of Philadelphia
Located twenty minutes from Philadelphia International Airport and occupying an entire city block, The Union League of Philadelphia places you at the gateway to Philadelphia’s exciting Avenue of the Arts, and just steps away from City Hall, the Academy of Music, the Kimmel Center, excellent restaurants, theaters, historic sites, museums, and shopping.
General Manager: Kate Wood
VISITING THE LEAGUE
All reciprocal members must submit a Letter of Introduction prior to arrival and stay overnight at The Inn at the League or The Lodge at Liberty Hill in order to receive reciprocal privileges.
- Attention: Front Desk
- Email: frontdesk@unionleague.org
- All charges must be satisfied onsite with a credit card
- The Union League is a non-tipping institution
Dress Code
When visiting the League House or a Companion Amenity, members and guests are expected to demonstrate discretion and good judgment with dress code. All children are expected to be appropriately attired, and children over the age of twelve are required to conform.
LEAGUE HOUSE
Club Traditional Attire:
• 1862 by Martin Hamann
• Café Meredith
• Smoking Room
Business Casual:
• Business Centers
• Trumbauer's
• Founders
• Café Meredith on Sundays
• All Companion Amenities
Exceptions: Members and guests staying at the Inn at the League or using the Fitness Center may enter and leave the League House in casual attire. Use the Sansom Street entrance and the elevators to and from the overnight rooms.
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Club Traditional Attire
For men (12 years and older): suit jackets or sport coats, tucked in collared shirt or turtlenecks and slacks. Shoe options may include: suede or leather dress shoes or oxfords.
For women (12 years and older): blazers, dresses, blouses, sweaters, skirts, pant suits and slacks. Shoe options may include: heels, wedges or flat dress shoes.
Business Casual
For men (12 years and older): tucked-in collared shirt or turtleneck, slacks, khakis, or dark denim. Shoe options may include: Dress shoes, suede or leather oxfords, or slip-on loafers. White soles permitted.
For women (12 years and older): dresses, blouses, sweaters, skirts, slacks, khakis, or dark denim. Shoe options may include: Dress shoes, suede or leather flats, or slip-ons. White soles permitted.
Exceptions
Members and guests staying at The Inn at the League or using the Fitness Center may enter and leave the League House in casual attire. Use the Sansom Street entrance and the elevators to and from the overnight rooms.
Relaxed Business Casual may be worn Memorial Day to Labor Day at The Bungalow, The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale, The Union League Guard House, Union League National Golf Club and Union League Liberty Hill. Please note: proper swimwear with modest coverage is required at the Pool at Torresdale.
Unacceptable Attire
T-shirts, athletic wear, tank, halter or jogging tops, untucked shirts, collared shirts unbuttoned more than one button or two inches from the neckline, wrinkled clothing, ripped clothing, shorts, baseball caps, spandex, open midriffs, leggings, extremely short hemlines, sneakers, extremely casual or beach footwear.
COMPANION AMENITIES
Smart Casual: The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale, The Union League Guard House, Union League National Golf Club and Union League Liberty Hill
Exceptions: Resort Casual may be worn Memorial Day to Labor Day at The Bungalow, The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale, The Union League Guard House, Union League National Golf Club and Union League Liberty Hill. Please note: proper swimwear with modest coverage is required at the Pool at Torresdale.
Accommodations
THE INN AT THE UNION LEAGUE
Truly in a class by itself, The Inn at the League offers an incomparable mix of distinctive history and unparalleled comfort and convenience. Call the Front Desk for room rates and additional information.
- 68 beautiful guest rooms and 13 spacious suites
- One luxurious Presidential Suite, The Hannah Penn
- Check-in: 3:00pm
- Checkout: Noon
Address:
1450 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Front Desk: 215-587-5570
THE LODGE AT LIBERTY HILL
Located at Union League Liberty Hill, in Lafayette Hill, The Lodge features contemporary designs with views of the landscaped grounds and the 18-hole Gary Player designed golf course. Call the Front Desk for room rates and additional information.
- 112 newly renovated spacious guestrooms and Four cozy suites
- One luxurious Presidential Suite, The Hannah Penn
- Check-in: 4:00pm
- Checkout: 11:00am
Address:
800 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
Front Desk: 610-825-8000
League House Amenities
Business Center
The Thomas N. Pappas Executive Business Center offers 24-hour access to to 16 state-of-the-art workstations with complimentary nationwide phone service, computers with high-speed internet, fax and copy services, and Wi-Fi.
Located on the First Floor
Hours of Operation
Daily, 24 Hours
Library
The 25,000 volume library boasts an array of books, including current best-sellers, books on tape, DVDs, periodical, videos, and more.
Located on the Second Floor
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 6:00pm
Contact:
Becca Benton
Executive Fitness Center
The Union League offers a premier health and fitness center located on the ground floor near the Sansom Street entrance. The Sansom Street entrance is accessible 24/7.
Located on the Ground Floor
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 8:00pm
Saturday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Contact:
fitnessc@unionleague.org
Midtown Garage
Our parking garage is located at 1415 Sansom Street, directly across from the hotel entrance. The cost for overnight parking is $55, if posted to room folio.
If you are traveling by Ride Share Services, please use the 1450 Sansom Street address to be dropped off closest to the Front Desk.
Located at 1415 Sansom Street
Shop on Sansom
The Shop on Sansom is the only Union League shopping experience of its kind. It offers a personalized and tailored service featuring products that meet the many needs of League Life.
Located on the Ground Floor
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 8:00pm
Saturday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Concierge Services
Members and guests can utilize our concierge for various services. If you have a request outside the services listed, please do not hesitate to ask.
Services include:
- Dining reservations
- Local insight
- Floral deliveries
Contact:
League House Dining
Founders was designed especially for our members. The dining room is very inviting with comfortably worn leather chairs, crisp linens, warm lighting, and the familiar portraits of The Union League’s Founding Fathers. The lavish breakfast and lunch buffets are priced as a member benefit. It is also hosts our popular, seasonal Lobster Nights. Buffet offerings change daily to continue to exceed expectations and meet ever-changing trends.
Located on the first floor.
Breakfast
Monday through Friday from 7:00 to 9:30am
Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 to 10:30am
Lunch
Tuesday through Thursday from 11:45am to 2:00pm
The League’s American bistro, Café Meredith offers an inviting space for League members and their guests to unwind and relax with their favorite libation and an enjoyable meal. The menu reflects a straightforward approach to American cuisine highlighted by the League’s classics. The rustic charm of the Café with its leather banquettes, original wood tables, and oil paintings provide a most comfortable setting to enjoy live entertainment, watch your favorite Philly team, or catch up with friends.
Located on the first floor.
The crown jewel of the Union League. The dining room epitomizes elegance through its rich hardwoods, timeless marble, and beautiful fabrics. The attentive, familiar service and relaxed atmosphere make it the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or entertain clients. The culinary team, led by Chefs Don Irwin and Martin Hamann, passionately create American dishes rooted in French technique, perfectly complemented by our extensive wine list.
Located on the first floor.
The League’s tenth dining room, located on the roof of the League House, is unparalleled and unexpected. Shimmering and bright, this indoor/outdoor space is the largest League House dining room with a completely open kitchen and an oyster bar. Access through our Sansom Street entrance invites a business casual dress code year-round. This space was named after the venerable architect, Horace Trumbauer. Traditional elements and sophisticated elegance pay homage to his original 20th century design while infusing club culture in a dynamic, fun atmosphere. Chefs Martin Hamann’s and Ed Vadden’s expansive menu offers signature dishes ranging from tartare to pizza to wood-fired steaks to vegetarian dishes, matched only by the rooftop views of Center City.
Located on the sixth floor.
Bar and Midday
Tuesday through Saturday from 3:00 to 5:00pm
Dinner
Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 to 9:00pm
Inn Room Dining
Available through Café Meredith
Monday through Friday from 11:30am to 8:30pm
Saturday from 4:00 to 8:30pm
Companion Dining Rooms
With your stay at the Inn, you have access to dining at all of the companion amenities. Please reach out to the Front Desk for more information.
- The Union League Guard House, Located in Gladwyne, PA
- National Grille, Located at Union League National Golf Club in Swainton, NJ
- MacAlester’s, Located at The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale in Northeast Philadelphia, PA
- Grays, Located at Union League Liberty Hill in Lafayette Hill, PA
- Marquis by Denny Santiago, Located at Union League Liberty Hill in Lafayette Hill, PA
- The Bungalow, Located in Stone Harbor, NJ (Open Memorial Day through Labor Day)
- Union League Whitebrier, Located in Avalon, NJ
Companion Amenities
All reciprocal members must submit a Letter of Introduction prior to arrival and stay overnight at The Inn at the League or The Lodge at Liberty Hill in order to use the Union League's Companion Amenities.
The Bungalow
The Bungalow offers our members a unique venue for casual, relaxed, outdoor dining Memorial Day through Labor Day. The cozy, air conditioned indoor area features a beautiful, vaulted ceiling with dinner seating for 32 members. Through two sets of French doors is a beautiful patio featuring a lounge area, gazebo, and outdoor seating for 80 members. Teak tables, cushioned chairs, and umbrellas make this space feel coastal and inviting. Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance through the website or by calling Concierge Services. The dress code is relaxed business casual.
Address
222 81st Street, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247
The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale
The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale is located just 12 miles northeast of Center City, and was the first golf course added to the League’s portfolio in 2014. The amenities include a renovated 18-hole Donald Ross golf course, a golf learning center equipped with TrackmanRange, a par 3 short course, a pool, pavilion and poolside Café, trap shooting, an elegant ballroom, MacAlester's dining room, and the Donald Ross Bar.
MacAlester's provides family friendly, club casual dining for our members and guests. French doors, whether open or closed, will give our members the feeling that they are dining al fresco. Before or after dinner, have a drink at the Donald Ross Bar outside, or at the beautifully designed indoor bar complete with inset TVs for your viewing pleasure. The menu offers a wide spectrum from fabulous cuts of prime meats to fresh seafood and of course the club's famous burger, sandwiches, and brick oven pizza. Dress Code is smart casual.
Dining Amenities
• MacAlester's
• Donald Ross Bar
Address
3801 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114
The Union League Guard House
The Union League Guard House is the League’s neighborhood private dining room located in Gladwyne, PA. Dating back to 1790, the historic building with the original footprint and bark covered walls is warm and inviting, and offers the perfect ambiance on any night. Be greeted by smiling and familiar faces and order a seasonal cocktail from our cozy bar. The full menu is complemented with weekly specials and theme nights. Enjoy New American food with nods to the past.
Address
953 Youngsford Road, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Union League National Golf Club
Union League National Golf Club is located in Swainton, NJ. Union League National boasts a 236 acre, 27 championship hole golf course by Dana Fry and Jason Straka, an expansive double-sided practice range with grass tees and an 18,000 square foot clubhouse. Union League National is centrally located on Route 9 just north of the Avalon exit off of the Garden State Parkway just minutes from The Bungalow, the League’s BYOB dining room in Stone Harbor. Recognized as the premier Jersey Shore golf course and a top choice of golfers, Union League National was strategically designed to offer a challenging yet enjoyable round of golf for the experienced, intermediate, and beginner golfer. National Grille offers a family friendly atmosphere with American cuisine.
Dining Amenities
• National Grille
• Outdoor Kitchen
Address
1765 Route 9 North, Swainton, NJ 08210
Union League Liberty Hill
Union League Liberty Hill enhances and expands the already amazing array of amenities and experiences that are available to Union League members. The property was renamed Union League Liberty Hill to reflect not only our patriotic history and values, but also the fact that the ground was the site of a Revolutionary War battle site. Union League Liberty Hill boasts a natural environment, modern amenities, beautifully appointed guest rooms and state-of-the-art conference rooms. The Club features an 18-hole Gary Player designed golf course that sprawls across the 311-acre grounds. A modern design features large fairways and greens with scenic views and beautiful water features near the clubhouse. The golf course is complemented by a two-tiered driving range newly equipped with Trackman Range.
At Grays, enjoy high wood beam ceilings and artwork. Sip on a cold draft brew at the sophisticated gastro-style bar in our cozy Players’ Lounge which has access to the golf shop and bocce courts. Outside admire breathtaking views while enjoying upscale food on the patio or under the pavilion.
Marquis by Denny Santiago, the League’s most modern dining room, offers contemporary cuisine, whimsical dishes, and an open-kitchen that brings Denny and Jim’s energy to all that dine with them. Enjoy breakfast and coffee beverages made by our barista in the morning with sunrise views, imaginative plates, and hand-crafted cocktails in the evening with décor honoring the Battle of Barren Hill and Marquis de Lafayette.
Dining Amenities
• Grays
• Marquis by Denny Santiago
Address
800 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
Union League Whitebrier
Whitebrier, one of Avalon’s most cherished destinations, is now officially part of our League family.
For decades, Whitebrier has been a place where generations have grown up. Children who once danced at kids’ karaoke now return for happy hour. Staff members return summer after summer. Families have celebrated milestones, gathered for long afternoons on the patio and passed on traditions with each season.
What began with Anthony Zurawski, continues now through the Union League. In 1995, he brought the Whitebrier name to a historic 1912 building in the center of Avalon, transforming it into a vibrant, multi-experience property.
Address
260 20th Street, Avalon, NJ 08202
140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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