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Alexander InnvsAKA Rittenhouse Square

Both properties are endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Alexander Inn is preferred by most reviewers compared to AKA Rittenhouse Square. Alexander Inn comes in at #15 in Philadelphia with accolades from 9 reviewers such as Oyster, Not For Tourists and Fodor's.

Alexander Inn
8/10
301 South 12th and Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $99/night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Fitness Center
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Air Conditioning
  • Breakfast included
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DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This boutique hotel has modern decor that adds a touch of European charm. It has an excellent Center City location, just a couple of blocks from the theater district."
Gayot Gayot
"Although it opened in 1998, this hotel was designed to reflect 1930s modern decor—you may feel as if you've traveled back in time to a cruise ship in the early 20th century."
BlackBook BlackBook
"The Alexander combines just the right amount of laissez-faire attitude and professionalism."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The well maintained rooms at this small hotel have an Art Deco feel." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"Wonderful value given the central location, and the hotel provides free breakfast, free daily snacks, and free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour fitness center." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Decent prices for the area."
Time Out Time Out
"One of the greatest things about the Alexander Inn, open since 1998, is the variety of room types it offers." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Simple, eminently affordable little rooms—ask for one with bay windows for a sitting nook, or a corner room, which are the biggest—help make this spot in Washington Square West popular." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Independent with a loyal gay following, this small boutique hotel offers personable service and Art Deco-inspired rooms at modest rates." Full review
AKA Rittenhouse Square
8/10
135 South 18th Street, Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $156/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Chic and modern, this all-suites space is a rare, independent find, just a half a block from Rittenhouse Square. Large, comfortably furnished...suites tend to book far in advance." Full review
Star Service Star Service
" Rittenhouse Square is Philadelphia's most prized address for locals, and the talented team of staffers does a good job of making guests feel at home." Full review
Zagat Zagat
3.5
"Belying the beaux arts facade, this extended-stay's "sleek", "minimalist" environs appeal to business travelers and vacationers who groove on "roomy", "apartment-style" suites."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Though steps away from the popular park and surrounding shopping, the AKA Rittenhouse Square operates in a below-the-radar fashion favored by visiting actors and athletes." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"AKA Rittenhouse Square satisfies the needs of Philadelphia business and leisure travelers who are looking for upscale accommodations for stays a week or more."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"In a 12-story beaux arts building, this extended stay property offers furnished luxury apartments in one of the city’s best neighborhoods." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Choose from one of 78 studio, one- and two-bedroom suites (with full kitchens) at the 12-story AKA Rittenhouse, available for both short and extended stays." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Its chic minimalist style has bags of appeal and there's the well-regarded a.kitchen+bar on the ground floor, should you need a meal or drink." Full review

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