The Rittenhouse HotelvsROOST Midtown
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, The Rittenhouse Hotel ranks significantly higher than ROOST Apartment Hotel. The Rittenhouse Hotel scores 97 with approval from 19 reviews including Frommer's, Not For Tourists and Forbes Travel Guide.
The Rittenhouse Hotel Show All Reviews
210 West Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $279/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Among Philadelphia's luxury hotels, the Rittenhouse has the fewest and largest rooms and some of the prettiest views." Full review
Concierge
"The 98-room Rittenhouse leads the deluxe pack with extra-large rooms... vigilant service, and tasteful, if slightly tired, furnishings."
Fodor's
"The staff, among the nicest in the city, greets you with a glass of champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries on weekends." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This top-of-the-line luxury hotel is one of the city’s finest and boasts two award-winning restaurants, the Lacroix and the Smith & Wollensky steakhouse."
Star Service
"This remains Philadelphia's top prize, a small deluxe hotel with a loyal following, fine dining and high service standards." Full review
Gayot
"What this property lacks in overall size, it makes up for tenfold in charm and elegance, as well as in its boast of offering the largest hotel guest rooms in the city."
BlackBook
"While ultra modern fixtures, dim lighting and a bar full of hipsters can make for a fun hotel experience, there's a lot to be said for the hostel that anticipates its guests needs."
Zagat
4.0
""You'll "feel like royalty" at this "beautiful" hotel in prime quarters on Rittenhouse Square, where a "first-class" staff "treats you with genuine respect, charm and professionalism"."
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"The Rittenhouse reflects the area’s multifaceted vibe: historic and elegant, yet modern and full of life, with a central location that gives quick access to all of the city’s sites." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Bring an extra bag for all of your money."
ROOST Midtown
111 S. 15th St., Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Fitness Center
Gayot
"ROOST is geared toward business and leisure travelers seeking weekly or monthly accommodations (a one-week minimum stay is required)."
Wallpaper
"With weekly housekeeping services, a bicycle share programme and a 24-hour front desk concierge, chances are you might not end up missing your real home." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This extended stay boutique property combines convenient location with luxuriously hip interiors in a 1920’s-era building." Full review
Fodor's
"Nestling thoughtful hypermodern amenities in the bones of the venerable Packard Building, ROOST is an extended-stay establishment designed with the modern traveler in mind." Full review
Time Out
"Like its Rittenhouse sister, ROOST Midtown also features weekly or monthly accommodations with all the same amenities (loaded kitchen, 24-hour concierge, laundry)." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Roost's convenient Midtown location, top-notch services, and creature comforts make hotel living feel like home" Full review
Lonely Planet
"If you're looking to spend a few weeks in Philly in style, this is the place." Full review