The Ritz-Carlton, PhiladelphiavsPhiladelphia Marriott Old City
The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia and Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia scores significantly better than Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia comes in at #3 in Philadelphia with positive reviews from 16 reviews such as Frommer's, Fodor's and BlackBook.
The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia Show All Reviews
10 Avenue of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $212/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Concierge
"The central location makes this a business traveler's dream, so don't be surprised to witness some expense-account posturing in the Vault cigar lounge."
Fodor's
"You'll feel like you're checking into the Pantheon when you enter this neoclassical hotel set in a century-old bank building." Full review
Jetsetter
"Old World class with a thoroughly modern spa, bistro and bar on Philly’s main drag." Full review
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Be sure to spend some magical time exploring Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, a dream world of colorful mosaics, tunnels and grottos that house a community art center.
Oyster
Luxury
"The Ritz is housed in a stunning 1904 bank building designed after the Pantheon, and its grand rotunda lobby delivers serious "wow" factor." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This exquisite, five-diamond luxury hotel sits directly across from City Hall in the former Girard/Mellon Bank Building."
Star Service
"This hotel captures first place when it comes to high-octane commercial hospitality." Full review
Gayot
"Visitors are inevitably stunned by the architectural splendor found both inside and out of the Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia."
BlackBook
"The rooms, service and ambiance are of course unmatched, and even stopping by for a post-dinner desert at the cathedral-like lobby bar will make you feel more well-heeled than you should."
Zagat
4.0
"A "ton of ornate marble" and the "unique" lobby bar beneath a 140-ft. tile dome set the stage for "historic" "luxury" at this former beaux arts bank across from City Hall."
Lonely Planet
"This Ritz possesses one of the most lavish lobbies in North America, modelled after the Pantheon." Full review
Philadelphia Marriott Old City
One Dock Street, 2nd and Walnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This short, unassuming hotel sits on an unusually quiet cobblestone street a few blocks from Headhouse Square and Independence Hall." Full review
Fodor's
"Convenient to downtown sights, this Colonial-style building is two blocks from Penn's Landing, three blocks from Head House Square, and four blocks from Independence Hall." Full review
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For the best views, book a fourth-floor room facing east.
Travel + Leisure
"A four-story brick building on a quiet, cobblestone street, the 364-room Sheraton Society Hill is located in one of Philadelphia's most historic areas." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Sheraton Society Hill is another excellent hotel for the business traveler."
Gayot
"Built in 1986 and remodeled in 2002, this hotel offers a fresh and appealing setting done up in colonial American style."
BlackBook
"No real bells and whistles, but sacrifice hipster cred and what do you get? Room service, a gym and a pool."
Oyster
Upscale
"In the Old City of Philadelphia -- one of America’s most historic neighborhoods -- and very close to public transportation, making it convenient for tourists and business guests alike." Full review
Star Service
"Regular updating and a service-oriented staff keep this hotel's reputation primed for above average expectations, but this is a Sheraton, so don't expect luxury." Full review