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Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4.0 star property

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A reception area with a modern design, featuring a marble reception desk, a logo above the desk, and a glass table with a decorative metal sculpture.
A modern hotel exterior with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, outdoor seating area, and a visible restaurant named 'Art Bar'.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table with a vase, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape with a clock tower.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings.
A modern lobby with a red and grey curved bench, potted plants, and a reception desk with the name 'SONESTA'.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is $199
$171 nightly
$199 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

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1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
  • Place, Rittenhouse Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, City Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sofa Bed)

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a wooden desk, a chair, and a coffee maker.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Sofa Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Explorer)

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Explorer)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with curtains, a lamp, and a wall art piece.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Tub)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with curtains, a lamp, and a wall art piece.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Sofa Bed)

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a wooden desk, a chair, and a coffee maker.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Sofa Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing, Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with curtains, a lamp, and a wall art piece.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing, Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with curtains, a lamp, and a wall art piece.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 King Bed (Sofa Bed)

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a wooden desk, a chair, and a coffee maker.

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed (Sofa Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner (Sofa Bed)

A modern hotel bar with a minibar, a sink, and three mirrors.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner (Sofa Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a bench, and curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe ADA Hearing Impaired Guestroom with 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe ADA Hearing Impaired Guestroom with 2 Queen Beds

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Guestroom with King Bed and ADA Roll-in Shower

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a wall-mounted map.

Deluxe Guestroom with King Bed and ADA Roll-in Shower

  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Guestroom with 1 King Bed and ADA Bathtub

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a wall-mounted map.

Deluxe Guestroom with 1 King Bed and ADA Bathtub

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Philadelphia

With a stay at Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, you'll be centrally located in Philadelphia, a short 9-minute walk from City Hall and 10 minutes by foot from The Franklin Institute. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Academy of Music and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Pennsylvania Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Rittenhouse Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Franklin Institute - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • 19th St Station - 2 min walk
  • 30th St Station - 16 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Executive Club Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Di Bruno Bros - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gran Caffe L'Aquila - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Continental Mid-Town - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kura Revolving Sushi Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square offers 439 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Philadelphia hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 439 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, a ballroom, and a vending machine.
At Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. To-go breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Philadelphia? This hotel has 15995 square feet (1486 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms.
To-go breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
ArtBar - This bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Ruth's Chris Steak House - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
The Breakfast Café - This café serves breakfast only. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 57 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • ArtBar
  • Ruth's Chris Steak House
  • The Breakfast Café

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 15,995 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 25 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 3 to May 17:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 23.25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 57 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per day

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 cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 567258

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 17 to September 02
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Philadelphia Sonesta Hotel
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Hotel
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Hotel Philadelphia
Sonesta Philadelphia
Sonesta Philadelphia Downtown Hotel

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1262 out of 2381 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 563 out of 2381 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 287 out of 2381 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 2381 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 131 out of 2381 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed my stay location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, that offers on site parking, clean well appointed rooms, cheerful and helpful staff. The hotel is well located for out of town visitors with easy access to nice restaurants and cultural sites
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room that was clean and comfortable. I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cortnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here when in Philly! Perfect location and great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Baxter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks very clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked 2 rooms, both were immaculate, the staff was very helpful and patient, polite and professional. We will definitely stay here again next time we are in Philly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, clean rooms, lots of outlets
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great employees , amazing ambiance , excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!! Clean rooms!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really great for the stay. The room was a good size and very clean. Our only challenge was that the elevators were hard to get since the hotel seemed very busy for the weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very friendly, the room was clean, linens were nice, and had several eating places close.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
been coming to Philly every year since 2018 and this is the only hotel I’ve stayed at. Clean, safe and staff are incredible!!!! If you’re a woman & solo traveling, I feel super safe here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Shaneqwa

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast I didn’t have but the fruit cup was real fresh and great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a fantastic location just blocks from city hall and Rittenhouse Square. Super clean onsite valet parking with in and out privileges and a coffee bar and Ruth’s Chris located in the lobby of the hotel. It’s definitely going to be my go to for Philly from now on.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hoteel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michaella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean, exceptionally friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was huge and the beds so comfortable. Everything was spotless. The only breakfast option was the coffee shop which wasn't very exciting, best to find a local diner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026