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The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia vs Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia

Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia is preferred by most writers compared to Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia comes in at #3 in Philadelphia with endorsements from 16 publications like Fodor's, Zagat and Time Out.

The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia
The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia
8 / 10
10 Avenue of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA 19102
From $212 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Concierge Concierge
"The central location makes this a business traveler's dream, so don't be surprised to witness some expense-account posturing in the Vault cigar lounge."
Fodor's Fodor's
"You'll feel like you're checking into the Pantheon when you enter this neoclassical hotel set in a century-old bank building." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Old World class with a thoroughly modern spa, bistro and bar on Philly’s main drag." Full review
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Be sure to spend some magical time exploring Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, a dream world of colorful mosaics, tunnels and grottos that house a community art center.
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The Ritz is housed in a stunning 1904 bank building designed after the Pantheon, and its grand rotunda lobby delivers serious "wow" factor." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This exquisite, five-diamond luxury hotel sits directly across from City Hall in the former Girard/Mellon Bank Building."
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Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
8 / 10
117 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $117 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Small touches make quiet overnights here stand out: Leopard-print bathrobes, Frette linens, evening turndowns, and a daily wine hour." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Touches of purple enliven the bright guest rooms, which have stylish modern furnishings. But it's not all about looks—the hotel staff is über friendly and helpful." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A modernist renovation of a historical building has resulted in an eye-catching, stylish, and eco-friendly boutique hotel."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Terrifically located off Rittenhouse Square, The Palomar injects a dose of liveliness into Philadelphia’s stodgy hotel scene." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This is a crisper, less frivolous version of Hotel Monaco, a tightly run ship that seems more at home in commercial ports." Full review
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