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Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse SquarevsRenaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Sofitel Philadelphia ranks significantly better than Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel. Sofitel Philadelphia comes in at 87 with praise from 13 reviews such as Not For Tourists, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
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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."
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel Frommer's Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Zagat Gayot Fodor's Star Service
Time Out
401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This small, polished corner hotel banks on its terrific Independence National Historical Park location, less than a block from Old City's trendy restaurant and gallery scene." Full review
Lonely Planet "If you came to Philly to admire its revolutionary past, this hotel should be near the top of your list."
Travel + Leisure "Marble-clad hotel near Philly’s historic sites, including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. ." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This four-star, four-diamond hotel has large-sized rooms with marble bathrooms."
Zagat3.7
"The "mix of historic feel and modern comforts" and other "innlike" qualities of this small hotel provide an oasis in the "middle of the hustle and bustle" of Old City."
Gayot "The elaborate lobby fireplace sets the tone in this charming hotel---a thoughtful blend of elegant and cozy."
Fodor's "An ornate fireplace dominates the breathtaking marble lobby of this towering hotel in the historic district." Full review
Star Service "A favorite of leisure and business travelers, it is blessed with attentive service and excellent maintenance, and its refined residential style is peppered with traditional elegance." Full review
Time Out "The décor is best described as classic and clean and several of the 150 rooms and suites offer views of Independence Hall. " Full review
