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Le Meridien PhiladelphiavsSonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Le Meridien Philadelphia ranks significantly better than Sonesta Philadelphia Downtown. Le Meridien Philadelphia ranks #7 in Philadelphia with positive reviews from 13 reviews like Gayot, Travel + Leisure and Jetsetter.
Le Meridien Philadelphia
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1421 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "In view of City Hall, across from LOVE Park, this midpriced, upscale Starwood-owned hotel combines elegant Georgian architecture with modern everything else, from decor to service." Full review
Fodor's "The contrast between the building's inherent charm and Le Méridien's modern decor comes off smoothly." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Le Meridien is one of the most stylish hotels in Center City, with a striking combination of historical and modern design." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A classic stone Georgian-revival building, this hotel features a striking atrium lobby and a mix of antiques and contemporary style."
Star Service "Not for everyone, this is a showy place, and the exciting modern decor, dynamite dining room, professional service and fine location will suit most business and leisure travelers able to afford it." Full review
Gayot "The Georgian Revival-style building housing Le Meridien Philadelphia has come a long way since its days as a YMCA."
BlackBook "Philadelphia's Le Méridien offers Georgian-revival architecture, a spectacular 75-foot atrium and a sexy red-white-and-gray color scene."
Zagat3.5
""The "central location" around the corner from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and across from LOVE Park is a selling point of this "hidden gem"."
Travel + Leisure "This Starwood property in a 10-story Georgian revival-style building features 202 rooms with bold black-and-white decor and red accents." Full review
Jetsetter "Thoughtfully updated architectural gem with a popular French restaurant and bar in the heart of Center City." 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
Frommer's "The Crowne Plaza offers solid, generic, well-located, business-traveler-oriented accommodations. It's popular with conventioneers and relocating executives." Full review
Star Service "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
Gayot "Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia offers a reliable home-away-from-home experience in a convenient location in the heart of downtown Philadelphia."
Travel + Leisure "This stylish, centrally located hotel features sleek rooms and a seasonal rooftop pool." Full review
Fodor's "After a $30-million renovation in 2014, Center City's Sonesta pairs hyperstylized looks with an interesting collection of amenities." Full review
