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The Ritz-Carlton, PhiladelphiavsSheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by experts. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia scores significantly better than Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia comes in at 93 with accolades from 16 publications including Gayot, DK Eyewitness and Concierge.
The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia
Concierge
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
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Lonely Planet 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.
OysterLuxury
"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."
Zagat4.0
"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
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Frommer's Fodor's DK Eyewitness Gayot Oyster
Time Out
3549 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Although it's not a spot in which you'd want to while away the hours... it does have comfortable beds and oversize business desks with ergonomic chairs." Full review
Fodor's "With plush beds and 37-inch flat-screen televisions, spacious work areas, and free in-room desktop computers with free Internet access, this hotel offers a nice balance of luxury and practicality." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This is a large and efficient full-service chain hotel on the University of Pennsylvania campus."
Gayot "While popular with visitors to the University of Pennsylvania because of its location right on the campus, this hotel also welcomes business and holiday travelers."
OysterMid-Range
"Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel is a mid-range hotel located on the University of Pennsylvania campus." Full review
Time Out "Perfect for campus visits, this hotel neighbors nearby University of Penn, Drexel University and University of the Sciences." Full review
