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Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse SquarevsThe Gables Bed and Breakfast
Both properties are endorsed by expert writers. Overall, Sofitel Philadelphia Hotel scores significantly higher than The Gables Bed and Breakfast. Sofitel Philadelphia Hotel scores 83 with accolades from 10 reviews such as Frommer's, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
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."
The Gables Bed and Breakfast Frommer's Fodor's Not For Tourists
National Geographic
Afar Magazine
The Infatuation Lonely Planet
4520 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
From $195/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Business Center
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Frommer's "This lovely 1889 Victorian, once one of West Philadelphia's first and finest mansions, now serves as a charmingly eclectic bed-and-breakfast." Full review
Fodor's "Built in 1889 for a prominent doctor and his family, this ornate mansion is a wonderful place for a B&B." Full review
Not For Tourists "Beautiful Victorian house conveniently located near University City."
National Geographic "Victorian chockablock with antiques, most of the ten guestrooms have private baths." Full review
Afar Magazine "Among the Gables’ charms are local chestnut and cherry woodwork, oak floors with mahogany, ash, and cherry wood inlay, and a wraparound front porch...a hearty breakfast is included. " Full review
The Infatuation "The space is beautiful, including an outdoor terrace that feels like it belongs in Charleston, and the food...is excellent, both of which make it a good place to celebrate a special occasion." Full review
Lonely Planet "A virtual museum of Victoriana, staying at the Gables is like stepping back in time save for the modern-day conveniences such as cable TV, wi-fi and a DVD library." Full review
