Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is the perfect place to experience vibrant city life. Enjoy a workout at the 24-hour gym, savor happy hour and dinner at Condesa, or connect with friends over coffee. With luggage storage and a helpful staff that has impressed past guests, your stay will be seamless.
Pennsylvania Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Reading Terminal Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
University of Pennsylvania - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Philadelphia Museum of Art - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 21 min drive
Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 33 min drive
Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 45 min drive
Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 49 min drive
Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 14 min walk
30th St Station - 14 min walk
Philadelphia University City Station - 25 min walk
19th St Station - 1 min walk
Suburban Station - 7 min walk
15th St. Tram Stop - 8 min walk
Restaurants
The Continental Mid-Town - 3 min walk
Condesa - 1 min walk
Drinker's Pub - 1 min walk
Sweetgreen - 2 min walk
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Executive Club Lounge - 2 min walk
About this property
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
When you stay at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania Convention Center. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Condesa, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Mexican cuisine and is open for dinner. Also, University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Museum of Art are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: 19th St Station is steps away and Suburban Station is 7 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
252 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured covered onsite valet parking (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–1:00 PM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Coffee shop
What to do
Access to nearby health club
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
24-hour fitness center
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
49-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free long-distance and local calls
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
Condesa - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
El Cafe - This coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.
El Techo - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves brunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
Late check-in between 10:00 PM and 4:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 100
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 50 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Property Registration Number 819659
Also known as
Pod Philly
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Hotel
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia
Frequently asked questions
Does Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 50 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rivers Casino (6-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (7-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square and nearby?
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square has 2 bars and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Mexican cuisine.
What's the area around Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square like?
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is in Center City, a short 1-minute walk from 19th St Station and 4 minutes' walk from Rittenhouse Square. Travelers say the local area is very walkable perfect for shopping.
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Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Motto
Great front desk staff, helpful and knowledgeable.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Perfect place for business travel
The hotel was clean, comfortable, affordable and convenient. Will stay here again
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Awesome
It was a great experience the hotel was very clean staff is very nice and friendly drinks was awesome at the bar I will be coming back me and my husband love love the rooftop bar and dinning
Lacricia
Lacricia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
All Great
Excellent, basic hotel room. Very clean, everything works; no noise at night (at least in my room); and they've got a really good rooftop bar. Also, excellent location for so much that's cool in Philly.
john
john, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Very nice hotel and great price
Jeanne
Jeanne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
Great!
Quiet, comfortable room, excellent water pressure and lots of hot water. Good for solo work or fun travel. Great location.
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Motto Philadelphia
This is a charming hotel in a prime location, within walking distance of most city attractions. The lobby restaurant has a lively and fun vibe and the food is great. I requested a quieter room, and while there was no street noise, I could hear conversations from the next room—though it wasn’t very bothersome.The rooms are small but perfectly adequate, especially for solo travelers or if you not planning to stay much time in the room.Overall, I highly recommend staying here.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Weekend getaway
In town for the Savannah Bananas and the Motto was my first choice. I have stayed here a number of times and have never been disappointed. Great location, all the staff are super friendly and helpful, restaurants are great and just an overall wonderful experience.
Pamela
Pamela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Great clean stay.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2025
Wonderful place, the staff are great. The staff at the restaurant accommodated me and my four year old son, Destin is in a quiet area with plenty of room.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Cozy hotel with a lot of surrounding things to do
Darwin
Darwin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Great value, comfy bed, modern sort of Scandinavian decor, very clean and cozy. Also a great atmosphere in the restaurant, bar, and coffee shop.
Marilyn
Marilyn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 1, 2025
Comfortable beds, safe hotel
The hotel is very nice and the beds are super comfortable. There's parking across the street but it would be nice if hotel guests were offered some kind of discount since the hotel advertises they partner with the lot across the street. I'm not rich so any discount would be nice. Nevertheless the motto is a great hotel. Small rooms but has everything you need. Safe, too! I enjoyed my stay.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
The restaurant has a great happy hour menu.
Ella M
Ella M, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2025
The hotel was very nice. The employees at the front desk were incredibly helpful.
The only issue we had was with the parking. They charged us $100 instead of $50 and continued to argue with us. It took awhile for them to straighten it out.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Excellent location
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
Love the vibe and hospitality!
Lesly
Lesly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Nice welcome, good views, good vibes!
Ashlyn
Ashlyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
excellent
Everything was excellent, the restaurant and coffee bar are amazing
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 22, 2025
The hotel has an excellent location. Room is clean. But the accounting management is not so friendly. We have to call multiple times to receive a receipt for the stay
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
This is the best hotel ever. Everything was so clean and I almost felt like at home.
Fritzgerald
Fritzgerald, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
I was very happy with our stay. The property was clean and inviting. Would stay here again.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Convenient, clean, comfortable.
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 27, 2025
Ok
Hotel is fine but bear in mind it's self styled 'boutique' whixh in practice means style over substance. Rooms are small, very basic but clean. Bit issue for me was no facility for in rooms drinks and no complimentary coffee offered either. Very strange and unusual for a.US hotel.
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
Would come again
Loved our stay at Motto! Very comfortable and a nice location. Front desk was extremely friendly and room was clean!