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Alexander InnvsSonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Alexander Inn and Sonesta Philadelphia Downtown are both rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Alexander Inn is preferred by most professionals compared to Sonesta Philadelphia Downtown. Alexander Inn ranks #15 in Philadelphia with praise from 9 sources including Fodor's, Frommer's and Oyster.
Alexander Inn
DK Eyewitness
Gayot
BlackBook
Fodor's
Oyster
Not For Tourists
Time Out
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
301 South 12th and Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $99/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Fitness Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
"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."
"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."
"The Alexander combines just the right amount of laissez-faire attitude and professionalism."
"The well maintained rooms at this small hotel have an Art Deco feel." Full review
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
"Decent prices for the area."
"One of the greatest things about the Alexander Inn, open since 1998, is the variety of room types it offers." Full review
"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
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
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Frommer's
Star Service
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
1800 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $101/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
"The Crowne Plaza offers solid, generic, well-located, business-traveler-oriented accommodations. It's popular with conventioneers and relocating executives." Full review
"This strong second-tier dynamo has been reworked with a colorful modern style that puts it right in between more service-oriented Sofitel and the smaller, fashion-conscious Le Meridien. " Full review
"Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia offers a reliable home-away-from-home experience in a convenient location in the heart of downtown Philadelphia."
"This stylish, centrally located hotel features sleek rooms and a seasonal rooftop pool." Full review
"After a $30-million renovation in 2014, Center City's Sonesta pairs hyperstylized looks with an interesting collection of amenities." Full review