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Kimpton Hotel Monaco PhiladelphiavsAKA Rittenhouse Square
Both Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia and AKA Rittenhouse Square are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia scores significantly better than AKA Rittenhouse Square. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia scores 89 with approval from 14 sources such as Bon Appétit, Zagat and Oyster.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
Fodor's
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Bon Appétit
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433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $149/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Business Center
Fodor's "Opened in late-2012, Hotel Monaco offers style, sass, and LEED certification in the heart of the Philly's historic center, along with the beloved perks of the Kimpton brand." Full review
Star Service "Strutting its stuff like a peacock on parade, this is hands-down one of the cleverest and most colorful concept hotels in the city." Full review
Gayot "For visitors who wish to be close to historic American attractions such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and the Betsy Ross House, the Hotel Monaco offers plenty of style."
Zagat "Opened in 2012, this boutique features a location next to Independence Hall, a rooftop bar and lounge, and rooms with historically inspired design mixed with modern elements."
Travel + Leisure "Located in Center City, this Kimpton property sits conveniently near historic sites such as Independence Hall and features a rooftop lounge overlooking Liberty Bell Center." Full review
Afar Magazine "Furnishings range from glossy red armoires to black lacquered bookshelves to mirrored end tables, to bonded leather headboards; picture windows are draped with bold blue and gold drapery." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Hotel Monaco — a cobblestone’s throw from Philadelphia’s historic attractions — is a layer cake of whimsical furnishings and audacious colours baked in the mould of an early-20th-century bank building." Full review
Jetsetter "Smack-dab central sleep opposite the Liberty Bell, with designer digs, a gourmet steakhouse and a rooftop bar." Full review
Bon Appétit "Location, location, location." Full review
Time Out "Another Kimpton property, Hotel Monaco features the charming mix of history and modern attention to detail that have come to define the chain." Full review
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Make sure to take a trip up to the Stratus Rooftop Lounge—one of the best rooftop bars Philadelphia has to offer—to relax after sunset with an aperitif under the twinkling night sky.
AKA Rittenhouse Square
Frommer's Star Service Zagat Fodor's Gayot Travel + Leisure Time Out
Lonely Planet
135 South 18th Street, Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $156/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
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 " 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
Zagat3.5
"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 "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 "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 "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 "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 "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
