Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse SquarevsAKA Rittenhouse Square
Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Sofitel Philadelphia ranks significantly higher than AKA Rittenhouse Square. Sofitel Philadelphia scores 87 with positive reviews from 13 publications such as Time Out, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square Show All Reviews
120 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This stateside take on France's premier hotel chain is hospitable and chic." Full review
Concierge
"Despite its size, the hotel maintains a boutique feel—mostly thanks to the staff, who can't do enough to introduce guests to the hotel's services."
Fodor's
"In the middle of the city's French Quarter, this luxury hotel has more of a hip feeling than some of its stuffier Federal-style neighbors." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Sofitel Philadelphia, boasts spacious rooms and a cool vibe near Rittenhouse Sq." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The most notable feature at this elegant Sofitel near Rittenhouse Square Park is the sleek restaurant and lounge, Liberte." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"An elegant, four-diamond hotel with a distinctive French flair in design and embellishments, the Sofitel houses a chic French restaurant."
Star Service
"Located a few short blocks northwest of Rittenhouse Square, in an excellent location for dining and shopping, this well-run Gallic outpost is a stunner peppered with ample Parisian panache." Full review
Gayot
"Upon entering this former site of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, guests take note of the unusual marble and granite floors---designed to resemble a Shaker quilt."
Zagat
3.8
""Walkable to many things", this French-accented chain outpost near Rittenhouse Square boasts "large", "beautifully appointed" rooms equipped with marble bathrooms."
Not For Tourists
"The Sofitel Hotel's unflinching French, the brunch is very fluent."
AKA Rittenhouse Square
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
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
"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