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AKA Rittenhouse Square

4.0 star property
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Exterior
Coffee/tea maker, eco-friendly cleaning products
Lobby
Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

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135 South 18th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103
  • Rittenhouse Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Reading Terminal Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬
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Room (Platinum Residence) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Room (Platinum Residence)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 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)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Rittenhouse Residence)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 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)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Residence) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Residence)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 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
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (1814)
The price is €226
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

About this property

AKA Rittenhouse Square

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Rittenhouse Square
A restaurant, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a business centre, concierge services and dry cleaning. Limited housekeeping is available.
AKA Rittenhouse Square offers 78 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and down duvets. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

AKA Rittenhouse Square's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Rittenhouse Square. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast offered for a fee
  • Services include free food shopping service, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Rittenhouse Square and 15 minutes on foot from Pennsylvania Convention Center
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness centre, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly AKA Rittenhouse Square.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Philadelphia hotel.

Guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee.
A.kitchen – On-site restaurant.
A.bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
A complimentary food shopping service is offered and room service (during limited hours) is available.

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

More

  • 12 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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 - 21

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: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
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.
Property Registration Number 357998
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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AKA Rittenhouse Square Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 475 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Denis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gina

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

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
London is great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the front desk staff and valet are incredibly friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff and the rooms were very nice. Laundry was excellent and the bar/restaurant that were part of the hotel were excellent. It was loud in the mornings from being in the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area! The best restaurants all within a block. So easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, staff were great, rooms were spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

Large rooms and easy & friendly check in/out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiji

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanos

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the property . The staff was amazing, wister was a great help and extremely nice he made the stay a joy for us
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Adebola

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Oradell

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Small cozy rooms. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladiola

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend staying at this property it was very nice and perfectly located.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly, accommodating staff. Clean rooms. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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