Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square | Pet Friendly Stay in Philadelphia

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About the Hotel

1800 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

“This hotel is just a few blocks from Rittenhouse Square, making it super convenient to enjoy the shopping and dining options along Chestnut and Walnut Streets.”view full review

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square - A downtown art-focused hotel with rooftop pool, steakhouse dining, and city views

Located just 0.5 miles from Rittenhouse Square, this modern Philadelphia hotel features 25 suites including a Presidential Suite. The eighth-floor heated seasonal rooftop pool operates daily from 9 AM to 9 PM between Memorial Day and Labor Day, complemented by a weekend pool bar open Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 8 PM. Sonesta Philadelphia's lobby showcases a rotating art gallery curated by The Center for Emerging Visual Artists. The property houses Ruth's Chris Steak House, serving USDA Prime steaks on 500-degree plates with an award-winning wine list, while ArtBar offers art-infused cocktails and shared plates. The Breakfast Café provides morning dining options with room delivery available on weekends. Guests at Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square stay within 0.5 miles of The Barnes Foundation and Love Park, and 1 mile from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The hotel stands minutes from PHL Airport, Amtrak's 30th Street Station, and City Hall.

Pros

Rotating lobby art gallery features local Philadelphia artists

Weekend pool bar complements the rooftop swimming area

Unlimited in-and-out valet parking with adjacent covered garage access

All rooms include city views and modern amenities

Cons

Rooftop pool only operates seasonally

9.5 miles distance from Philadelphia International Airport

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Cozy rooms, spacious suites, and family-friendly homes, all with flexible cancellation policies & special deals

Deluxe Two Queens

2 persons

31 m²

2 King Size Beds

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Deluxe King

2 persons

31 m²

1 King-size bed

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City Explorer Queen Hearing Accessible

2 persons

22 m²

1 King-size bed

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Deluxe King Corner

2 persons

23 m²

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Easily find local transportation options to help you explore

City Centre

Philadelphia600 m

Airports

Philadelphia International (PHL) 14.8 km

Trenton-Mercer (TTN) 54.1 km

Train

30th Street Station 1.1 km

Underground

15th Street500 m

15th-16th & Locust600 m

Bus

Bus stop 12.0 km

Facilities

Enjoy premium amenities for a relaxing stay with your pet

Great Fitness Options

“The gym at Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square met my needs perfectly during my stay. It was small but equipped with everything I required for daily workouts. I appreciated the focus on providing essential fitness amenities.” view full review

Efficient Valet Service

“I found the valet parking service to be efficient and courteous. I appreciated how conveniently my car was handled, allowing me to relax without the stress of finding street parking. The valet staff were helpful throughout the stay.” view full review

ArtBar Experience

“I enjoyed my experience at the ArtBar located in the hotel. It provided a modern atmosphere and served Starbucks coffee along with breakfast items. The service was great, and the baritone's inviting vibe made it a lovely spot to start my day.” view full review

Clean and Comfortable Room

“My room was clean, spacious, and thoughtfully arranged. I was pleased with the ample outlets for charging my electronics and the comfortable king bed. It provided a great base for my activities around the city.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed for a fee
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1800 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

Map view

1800 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

City landmarks

Museum

The Franklin Institute

910 m

Museum

Independence National Historical Park

2.2 km

Museum

Philadelphia Museum of Art

2.2 km

Museum

The Barnes Foundation

1.2 km

Art object

Art Museum Steps

1.9 km

Landmark

Liberty Bell

2.1 km

Landmark

Independence Hall

2.2 km

Museum

Eastern State Penitentiary

1.9 km

Museum

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

850 m

Park

Love Park

860 m

Market

Reading Terminal Market

1.4 km

Museum

Rodin Museum

1.3 km

Monument

Benjamin Franklin National Memorial

760 m

Museum

Museum of the American Revolution

2.1 km

Mall

Pennsylvania Convention Center

1.5 km

Library

Rosenbach Museum and Library

940 m

Landmark

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

2.2 km

Landmark

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

2.3 km

Museum

National Constitution Center

2.3 km

Public Building

Philadelphia City Hall

940 m

Landmark

Betsy Ross House

2.2 km

Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo

3.2 km

Church

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

850 m

Landmark

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution

1.8 km

Landmark

Liberty Bell Center

2.2 km

Nearby

Square

Rittenhouse Square

570 m

Museum

Mutter Museum

590 m

Gallery

Clothespin

390 m

1650 Market St Suite 5700

One Liberty Observation Deck

500 m

Restaurants

The Continental Mid-town

380 m

1801 Chestnut Street

Harper's Garden

320 m

31 S 18th St

The Dandelion

480 m

124 South 18th Street

Gran Caffe L'Aquila

480 m

1716 Chestnut Street

Di Bruno Bros

420 m

1701 John F Kennedy Blvd

Condesa

210 m

1830 Ludlow St

Parc Brasserie

680 m

227 S 18th St Rittenhouse Square

Koreana

200 m

37 S 19th St

Smiths Restaurant & Bar

440 m

39-41 S 19th St

Crazy Sushi

240 m

1837 Chestnut St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

Adam

United States, December 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay at this hotel. The location was fantastic, with plenty of dining options nearby, but the cleanliness of the room left much to be desired. While the staff was generally helpful, I faced some challenges during my stay, particularly regarding the state of the furniture and bathroom. I appreciated the rooftop pool, but the overall value seemed off compared to what I expected.

Rooms

5.0

The room was unfortunately not very clean, with stained furniture and an unkempt bathroom. It was a letdown, and I would rate it a 4 out of 10.

Service

6.0

The staff was polite and willing to help, but I felt they were not very knowledgeable about certain fees and amenities, which was frustrating. I'd give the service a 6 out of 10.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, with easy access to restaurants and public transport. I would rate it a strong 9 out of 10.

Dining

7.0

I really enjoyed the local dining options nearby; however, the hotel's own breakfast offerings were disappointing. Still, this area had lots of good restaurants to try. I would rate dining at a 7 out of 10.

Facilities

8.0

The rooftop pool was a nice feature, providing a good spot to relax, although it could use more sunlight. I would rate the facilities an 8 out of 10.