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Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square

4.0 star property
Hotel with a fitness centre, steps from Rittenhouse Square

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Exterior
Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Coffee/tea maker, eco-friendly cleaning products
In the heart of Philadelphia, Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square offers a sophisticated retreat with a library, on-site restaurant - a.kitchen, and convenient dry cleaning services. Guests can stay active at the gym or connect with free in-room WiFi. Previous guests praise the hotel's helpful staff and prime location.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$440
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

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Room options

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Studio (Platinum Residence)

Studio (Platinum Residence)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Platinum)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Studio (Residence)

Studio (Residence)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Den)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 91.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Library)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1599)
The price is AU$390
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
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About the area

Map
135 South 18th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103

What's nearby

  • Rittenhouse Square - 1 min walk
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 15 min walk
  • Reading Terminal Market - 16 min walk
  • University of Pennsylvania - 16 min walk
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • 19th St Station - 6 min walk
  • Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 18 min walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parc Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gran Caffe L'Aquila - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Capital One 360 Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Continental Mid-Town - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Dandelion - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square

Upscale hotel near Rittenhouse Square
Close to Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square provides a free food/drink shopping service, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at a.kitchen, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a computer station
  • Meeting rooms, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
  • Bike parking, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 78 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 55-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, cots/infant beds and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 33 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 15 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • a.bar
  • a.kitchen

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 29.09 per accommodation, per night.
  • A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 30.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 33 per night (75 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit/debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 555882

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square on 17 Feb 2025 start from AU$393.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square located?

Located in Center City, this hotel is steps away from Walnut Street and Rittenhouse Square. Pennsylvania Convention Center and University of Pennsylvania are also within 1 mile (2 km). 19th St Station is 6 minutes by foot and 15th-16th & Locust Station is 6 minutes.

Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 422 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 422 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 422 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 422 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 422 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Torrence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice, room was clean, walls are a little dated but overall very good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel, Jersey City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Nice room. Excellent customer service and help with questions. Above and beyond the staff was the best I have experienced in a while
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AKA Rittenhouse is a beautiful building, nicely furnished suite, in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, large kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was outstanding. A service. Food is phenomenal. My suite was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of my favorite hotels to stay at. The staff is always amazing and so accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Check in too slow and room not ready at 3pm. One elevator is a detriment and terribly inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Taryn

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff exceeded expectations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely 3 night stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sabah

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

christiane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first time I stayed here with a friend I loved it. We were upgraded to a two bedroom, so that helped. This time I only booked a studio and it was facing 18th on the second floor - super noisy outside and inside we could hear the staff opening and closing their door across from us early morning. Plus the TV wasn’t working well because the Internet was really slow. So I would not stay in 204 again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albina, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
my favorite place to stay in Philly
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Brainerd

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Staff at aka Rittenhouse is some of the most impressive I have ever seen at any property or any hotel. Kudos are absolutely deserved to the Team (and to the people who hired them). The issue is in the rooms, really. I came with a party that required two rooms. Each room was missing different obvious things and/or with maintenance issues. Room 1: The toilet ran after every flush unless you manually reached into the tank and replaced the flapper. Nobody was around for maintenance that weekend, so we just took off the lid and played with the flapper every flush. Also, the towel rod/rack in the bathroom fell off. The bathroom was the smallest I've ever seen. There was no safe. No luggage rack. No plastic, wrapped bathroom glasses (had to use the coffee mugs). Room 2: No refrigerator (pretty essential and standard these days). Very dark - there were 4 light switches which did nothing, and I am guessing they corresponded to unused outlets which could have used some UPLIGHT lamps/lighting. Instead of the kitchenette Room 1 had (with fridge and microwave and sink), Room 2 had a remarkable, enormous ~20 square foot shower "room." Lovely, but weird use of space. No plastic, wrapped bathroom glasses again (I used the included ceramic coffee mugs). I know there's likely nothing NOW which can be done, but the whole property only has 1 guest elevator for the 12 floors, which made wait times very hit-and-miss.

10/10 Excellent

Anna Maria, New York

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Philly Aparthotel!
By far my favorite place to stay in Philly!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay for my money!
My wife and I were in town for the weekend. The hotel was convenient for all the things we were planning to do. The room was spacious and we were blown away by how welcome the staff made us feel. Definitely on the top of my list of places to stay when in Philadelphia!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for two nights with my fiancé to attend a friend’s wedding. This hotel is in the best spot for shopping, a few nice dinners and some bars. The restaurant and bar connected to it has AMAZING food. Staff at the front desk were exceptionally helpful, friendly and really made us feel safe and welcome. I would high recommend staying here, and next time we come back this will for sure be our home base.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Arkady

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location cannot be beat. The staff is great. Rooms are outdated. Carpets are nasty (generally). Bathrooms are small and old with those old round toilets. The entire property smells like kitchen — clearly the restaurant has no proper ventilation. There was no power plug on bedside table to charge your phone — had to unplug the lamp reaching to a dusty area behind nightstand next ro the aforementioned disgusting carpet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Mary Kay

Tiny
Room small, bathroom so small 2 people could NEVER fit. Tiny pedestal sink crammed between toilet and shower. No place to set anything. Very few plugs for charging- none on nightstand. Would not stay at this property again. This room was advertised as a suite?!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0