Chamounix Mansion & Carriage HousevsSofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Both Sofitel Philadelphia and Hostelling International - Chamounix Mansion are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Sofitel Philadelphia is the choice of most writers compared to Hostelling International - Chamounix Mansion. Sofitel Philadelphia ranks #6 in Philadelphia with positive reviews from 13 publications like Star Service, Condé Nast Traveler and Concierge.
Chamounix Mansion & Carriage House
3250 Chamounix Drive, West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19131-3710
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
Frommer's
"This renovated 1802 Quaker farmhouse is the cheapest and most bucolic overnight in town." Full review
Time Out
"Hosts travelers in its antique-decorated space. There are a total of 80 beds in a dormitory setting. Chill out on the front porch or by the marble fireplace or use the facility’s free bikes." Full review
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Due to its secluded location, having a car or some sort of transportation is ideal.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
" In its public areas, set with antiques, harp, oriental rugs and paintings, the place is more like a B&B than a hostel; the dorms themselves are basic. " Full review
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."