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Philadelphia Marriott Old CityvsAKA Rittenhouse Square
Both hotels are praised by travel writers. On balance, AKA Rittenhouse Square ranks marginally higher than Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel. AKA Rittenhouse Square scores 81 with approval from 8 publications like Zagat, Lonely Planet and Star Service.
Philadelphia Marriott Old City
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Gayot
BlackBook
Oyster
Star Service
One Dock Street, 2nd and Walnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This short, unassuming hotel sits on an unusually quiet cobblestone street a few blocks from Headhouse Square and Independence Hall." Full review
Fodor's "Convenient to downtown sights, this Colonial-style building is two blocks from Penn's Landing, three blocks from Head House Square, and four blocks from Independence Hall." Full review
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For the best views, book a fourth-floor room facing east.
Travel + Leisure "A four-story brick building on a quiet, cobblestone street, the 364-room Sheraton Society Hill is located in one of Philadelphia's most historic areas." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Sheraton Society Hill is another excellent hotel for the business traveler."
Gayot "Built in 1986 and remodeled in 2002, this hotel offers a fresh and appealing setting done up in colonial American style."
BlackBook "No real bells and whistles, but sacrifice hipster cred and what do you get? Room service, a gym and a pool."
OysterUpscale
"In the Old City of Philadelphia -- one of America’s most historic neighborhoods -- and very close to public transportation, making it convenient for tourists and business guests alike." Full review
Star Service "Regular updating and a service-oriented staff keep this hotel's reputation primed for above average expectations, but this is a Sheraton, so don't expect luxury." Full review
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
