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AKA Rittenhouse Square

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Rittenhouse Square

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

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Library
  • Computer station

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free grocery shopping service
$280 nightly
The total price is $326
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total includes taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Delectable dining choices
This hotel offers an on-site restaurant and bar with cooked-to-order breakfast. Vegetarian and vegan dining options accommodate diverse preferences.
Dreamy sleep experience
Luxurious comfort awaits with hypo-allergenic bedding, Frette Italian sheets, and pillowtop mattresses. Drift into blissful slumber under a down comforter.

Room options

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Room (Platinum Residence) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Room (Platinum Residence)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian linens
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

Highlights

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

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Suite (Rittenhouse Residence)

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Platinum)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Residence)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian linens
Down duvet
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Den)

Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Den)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Library)

Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Library)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 1098 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Similar properties

Exterior

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,846 reviews
The price is $231
$198 nightly
$231 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Rittenhouse Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reading Terminal Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Pennsylvania - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 15 min drive
  • Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 25 min drive
  • Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 28 min drive
  • Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 43 min drive
  • Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 18 min walk
  • 30th St Station - 19 min walk
  • Philadelphia University City Station - 26 min walk
  • 19th St Station - 6 min walk
  • 15th-16th & Locust Station - 6 min walk
  • Suburban Station - 8 min walk

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

AKA Rittenhouse Square

AKA Rittenhouse Square offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania Convention Center. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Museum of Art are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 19th St Station is 6 minutes and 15th-16th & Locust Station is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 78 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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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 allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Offsite parking within 75 ft (USD 33 per night); discounts available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 31
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

More

  • Limited housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

A.kitchen - Onsite restaurant.
A.bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 29.09 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15.00 to 30.00 per person
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 33 per night (75 ft away)

Policies

Long-term renters welcome.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit/debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Property Registration Number 357998

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, AKA 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 AKA Rittenhouse Square?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 100 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rivers Casino (5-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (7-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at AKA Rittenhouse Square and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. AKA Rittenhouse Square also has a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near AKA Rittenhouse Square?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, a.kitchen.

What's the area around AKA Rittenhouse Square like?

AKA Rittenhouse Square is in Center City, a short 6-minute walk from 19th St Station and 15 minutes' walk from Pennsylvania Convention Center. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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AKA Rittenhouse Square Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The property is located in a great area with many top-rated restaurants and excellent dining options within walking distance. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! We’ll be back :)

We stayed for 3 nights and were soooo happy with our room :) 2 bed/2 bath right on Rittenhouse Square. The staff was wonderful!
Robin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfectly located. Lovely and accomodating staff. Huge rooms furnished with every need. Would stay there again for sure.
Virginia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

always love coming back to stay here
Michele, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5 star service!

Wister was 5 star! His customer service was beyond excellent! I’d be inclined to only book with AKA because of his five star service.
Terrell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, staff were great, rooms were spacious and clean.
Manny, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay

Large rooms and easy & friendly check in/out.
Timothy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommend staying at this property it was very nice and perfectly located.
Gladiola, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

the front desk staff and valet are incredibly friendly and helpful
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

London is great
gregory, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Nancy, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Underwhelmed

Good location. Old building. Unimpressive lobby, reasonable, and helpful staff.
Richard, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great area! The best restaurants all within a block. So easy!
Stacy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Stefanos, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small cozy rooms. Great location
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was nice, room was clean, walls are a little dated but overall very good hotel
Torrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly, accommodating staff. Clean rooms. Will definitely go back.
Steven, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Denis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of my favorite hotels to stay at. The staff is always amazing and so accommodating.
Lisa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property and staff were amazing.
Johnny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Oliver, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and clean, definitely will return.

My stay was amazing! There was only one hiccup where the shower overflowed into yhe bedroom but other than that it was an amazing stay and I plan to return. I love how clean and cozy it was. The front desk representative was also amazing!
Shante, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Benjamin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room, large kitchen.
Stuart, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

my favorite place to stay in Philly
Albina, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Kevin, 1-night trip