Imaginative French cuisine delights at the hotel's restaurant, with happy hour deals. Nearby Rittenhouse Square Park hosts art shows and offers a peaceful retreat. Spacious rooms with designer toiletries and plush robes create a luxurious sanctuary after exploring local attractions.
Near a metro station, Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square is in Center City, a walkable area in Philadelphia with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rittenhouse Square and Fairmount Park, while Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Zoo are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Citizens Bank Park or Lincoln Financial Field. Visit our Philadelphia travel guide
120 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
What's nearby
Walnut Street
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Rittenhouse Square
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Pennsylvania Convention Center
11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Reading Terminal Market
13 min walk - 0.7 miles
University of Pennsylvania
14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
19th St Station
6 min walk
30th St Station
18 min walk
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)
21 min drive
Restaurants
Capital One Café
2 min walk
Di Bruno Bros
2 min walk
The Dandelion
2 min walk
Gran Caffe L'Aquila
2 min walk
The Continental Mid-Town
2 min walk
About this property
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Luxury hotel near Rittenhouse Square
Located close to Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square provides a garden, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Liberte, offers lunch, dinner, and happy hour. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
Express check-out, express check-in, and a computer station
A vegetable garden, 16 meeting rooms, and concierge services
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 306 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate tubs/showers
37-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and coffee/tea makers
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key Global. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Is Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 300 per stay and a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square?
As of Nov 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square on Nov 29, 2026 start from $202, 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.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for USD 73.19 per night.
What time is check-in at Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square located?
Located in Center City, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Rittenhouse Square, Pennsylvania Convention Center, and Reading Terminal Market. University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University are also within 1 mi (2 km). 19th St Station is 6 minutes by foot and 15th-16th & Locust Station is 6 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Our stay at the hotel was perfect from the moment we drove into the property to the time we left. We were especially impressed by the breakfast buffet.
We truly enjoyed our stay at Sofitel Rittenhouse Square. The room was spotless, comfortable and lovely, the food was delicious and it was central to all the sites in downtown Philadelphia!
This hotel is a MIST stay! Very clean, friendly staff everywhere you go. Rooms are clean. Beds are comfortable. Water pressure in the shower was amazing and very hot water. Loved this hotel. Will stay again!!
We LOVE the Sofitel! Every time we stay here we have the best experience and zero complaints. This time was no exception to that!!! We love love love it here and will only be staying here everytime we stay in Philly. The rooms are pristine, the hotel lobby is beautiful and the staff is excellent. Thank you, Sofitel!