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Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse SquarevsHoliday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Sofitel Philadelphia scores significantly higher than Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia E - Penns Landing. Sofitel Philadelphia comes in at 87 with positive reviews from 13 reviewers including Concierge, Fodor's and Zagat.
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
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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
OysterUpscale
"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."
Zagat3.8
""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."
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot Frommer's Fodor's
100 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $108/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "This budget-priced, high-rise hotel has no frills but is in a great location within walking distance of historic sites."
Star Service "Located just off Race Street, this remains the only waterfront hotel in the area, a foreboding 22-story limestone tower that rises from the shore like a miniature Empire State Building." Full review
Gayot "The Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penn's Landing is great for travelers who plan to spend much of their stay out and about in Philadelphia."
Frommer's "The rates are among the cheapest in town, there's free WiFi and complimentary breakfast, and the staff are (generally) notably helpful and friendly." Full review
Fodor's "The reasonable price is the main attraction at this 10-story hotel." Full review
