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The Westin PhiladelphiavsSofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Both properties are praised by travel writers. Overall, Sofitel Philadelphia is preferred by most writers compared to The Westin Philadelphia. Sofitel Philadelphia comes in at 87 with approval from 13 sources such as Not For Tourists, Oyster and Concierge.
The Westin Philadelphia
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99 South 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $116/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The best reason to stay at this Westin is to get an amazing night's rest in town." Full review
Fodor's "If luxurious accommodations and plenty of shopping are your top priorities, you're not going to beat the Westin." Full review
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If you prefer privacy while you work out, ask for a room with its own fitness equipment.
OysterUpscale
"The Westin Philadelphia is an elegant hotel with a central location close to Rittenhouse Square, shopping, and dining." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This is an elegant chain hotel with luxuriously decorated lobby, lounge areas, and restaurants. The hotel is connected to Liberty Place, which has trendy shops and boutiques."
Star Service "Once a Ritz-Carlton, this property continues to uphold high standards under Starwood's Westin brand." Full review
Gayot "Formerly the St. Regis, this 15-story wonder is located in a large shopping galleria in downtown Philadelphia at Liberty Place."
BlackBook "Big rooms, well equipped gyms and spas—don't want America's business traveler getting out of shape—and perhaps the best bed/mattress/comforter set up of any large hotel."
Travel + Leisure "Conveniently connected to the popular shops and offices at Liberty Place in Center City, this hotel features Westin’s signature Heavenly® Beds in over 300 guest rooms and suites." Full review
Time Out "Guests are treated to a stylish, contemporary hotel experience that puts them within walking distance of Rittenhouse Square, the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and City Hall." Full review
Afar Magazine "Soak up the best of Philadelphia from historic Rittenhouse Square, where top sites and shops are just steps from our relaxing refuge.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's
Lonely Planet Oyster DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
Zagat
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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."
