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The Bellevue HotelvsSofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Both properties are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Sofitel Philadelphia scores significantly higher than The Bellevue Hotel. Sofitel Philadelphia has a TripExpert Score of 87 with positive reviews from 13 sources like Star Service, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.

The Bellevue Hotel
8/10
200 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $129/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
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Concierge Concierge
"It's no longer the grandest quarters in town (that honor goes to the Rittenhouse), but empty nesters and business types still relish the traditional grandeur."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"After a century of hosting Kings, Queens and other heads of state, this Victorian classic offers its guests opulence and a window to the past." Full review
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Guests have access to The Sporting Club at the Bellevue, an enormous complex designed by Michael Graves where the governor of Pennsylvania chooses to get sweaty when he's in town.
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A residential-style hotel with international flair, the Hyatt is perched on the upper floors of the 100-year-old Bellevue Building, which was once nicknamed the “Grand Dame of Broad Street.”"
Star Service Star Service
"Located in a vibrant central neighborhood, five blocks east of Rittenhouse Square, adjacent to the Opera House, around the corner from the Kimmel Center and a 20-minute stroll from the Liberty Bell." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Listed as a Historic Hotels of America by the National Historic Trust Preservation, this building simply oozes Old World charm."
Zagat Zagat
3.5
""Old-world elegance, personified" sums up this "grand" 1904 hotel on the Avenue of the Arts, whose "wonderful", "professional" staff ensures it retains its "character and history"."
Frommer's Frommer's
"In 1904, this was the most opulent hotel in the country. Today, it can't claim that much fame, but the "Bellevue" does capitalize on its historic bones and great location." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The hotel has had an important role in city life, much like the heroine of a long-running soap opera. " Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Home to power lunches by day and formal affairs at night, this historic building’s hotel is situated in Philadelphia’s cultural hub." Full review
National Geographic National Geographic
"“Hushed and posh, the feeling of a Philadelphia society hotel." Full review
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Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
8/10
120 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $119/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This stateside take on France's premier hotel chain is hospitable and chic." Full review
Concierge 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 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 Lonely Planet
"Sofitel Philadelphia, boasts spacious rooms and a cool vibe near Rittenhouse Sq." Full review
Oyster 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 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 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 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 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 Not For Tourists
"The Sofitel Hotel's unflinching French, the brunch is very fluent."
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