The Rittenhouse
Philadelphia's classic full-service hotel
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Philadelphia is a city of many stories, and a stay at The Rittenhouse reflects the area’s multifaceted vibe: historic and elegant, yet modern and full of life, with a central location that gives quick access to all of the city’s sites, restaurants and neighborhoods.
Sitting on green-filled Rittenhouse Square, the hotel has a tony and urban locale, but inside, it feels fresh and intimate. Opened in 1989, the hotel got makeovers in summer 2013 and winter 2018 that unveiled a softer design palette, refurbished rooms and new, contemporary suites that look out on the square.
While the Philadelphia hotel has a new sheen, the stalwarts are still there: Five-Star Lacroix at The Rittenhouse serves one of the best brunches in the city while Mary Cassatt Tea Room pours tea in elegant white china as part of its afternoon service. And most important, the service at the luxury hotel continues to be polished, but never unfriendly.
Getting There
210 West Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103
TEL800-635-1042
TEL215-546-9000