Where the lights of a 1930 Art Deco theater still glow
Historic Hotels of America · 120 N. High Street
Born as the Warner Theatre in 1930, our doors have welcomed West Chester for nearly a century. The original grand staircase still rises through the lobby. The preserved brick concession wall now greets you at check-in. The cinematic spirit remains — beautifully, unmistakably intact.
Historic by origin · Distinctive by design · Walkable by location
Act II · The Rooms
Sixty-seven rooms behind the marquee, each echoing the Art Deco geometry and warm elegance of the original Warner Theatre.
Premium
Corner windows with natural light, full work desk, comfortable layout
Executive
Oversized, spacious room designed for business professionals
Elevated
Comfortable king room with upgraded linens and expanded amenities
Act III · The Bar
Before the show. After the stroll. The Marquee Bar is downtown West Chester's intimate gathering spot — where craft cocktails meet Art Deco ambiance beneath the ghost light of the original Warner Theatre.
Act IV · The Neighborhood
The only hotel in historic downtown. Step outside and the show begins.
Act V · Gatherings
On-site meeting space plus nearby venue partnerships accommodating gatherings of up to 200.
Focused, private sessions in a distinguished Art Deco setting steps from downtown dining.
Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and intimate dinners with character and charm.
Room blocks and venue coordination for unforgettable celebrations in West Chester.
Corporate retreats and social getaways with walkable dining and evening entertainment.
Featured Experiences
Signature Package
Immerse yourself in one of the world's great botanical destinations.
Wine Country
Explore local wineries with a passport to the region's finest tasting rooms.
The Feature Presentation
An Art Deco movie palace opens on High Street, bringing Hollywood glamour to downtown West Chester.
The theater transforms to host live performances, continuing decades of cultural life.
Borough Council votes to allow partial demolition. The marquee comes down — but the lobby, staircase, and brick wall survive.
Groundbreaking to transform the historic structure into a boutique hotel. The original lobby becomes the hotel lobby.
Hotel Warner is inducted into Historic Hotels of America, recognizing its legacy of preservation.
Sixty-seven rooms, the Marquee Bar, a preserved 1930s grand staircase, and the only downtown hotel in one of America's most distinctive destinations.
The curtain rises every evening on High Street.
120 North High Street · West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380