Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse SquarevsResidence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City
Both properties are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Sofitel Philadelphia Hotel ranks significantly higher than Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City. Sofitel Philadelphia Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 85 with recommendations from 12 publications like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Zagat.
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."
Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City
One East Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The largest hotel in the state, and then some, the thrice-incarnated Philadelphia Marriott is high volume -- and surprisingly high service." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Inspired views of City Hall and a position at the centre of Center City make this an appealing choice."
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Though this hotel's higher floors have decent views in all directions, we highly recommend that you ask for a suite in the hotel's southwest corner.
Gayot
"Located right across the street from City Hall, the Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia City Center provides spacious and comfortable suite accommodations."
Fodor's
"Originally the Market Street National Bank, this building from the 1920s has a beautifully restored Art Deco facade." Full review