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Latham Hotel vs The Rittenhouse Hotel

Both hotels are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, The Rittenhouse Hotel ranks significantly higher than Latham Hotel. The Rittenhouse Hotel is ranked #1 in Philadelphia with positive reviews from 19 publications like BlackBook, Forbes Travel Guide and Lonely Planet.

Latham Hotel
Latham Hotel
7 / 10
135 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $152 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A landmark apartment house from 1915 to 1970, the Latham's charm, congeniality, and attention to small details bring to mind a small, superbly run Swiss hostelry." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This European-style oldie sits close to Rittenhouse Square, and a few of the rooms on the highest floors provide a glimpse of the park."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 138-room Latham is a chic boutique hotel with a prime location near Rittenhouse Square Park, near some of the city's best restaurants, bars, and shopping." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This small, European-style boutique hotel is in the heart of the fashionable Rittenhouse Row shopping district."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Doormen welcome you in English riding habits at this boutique property."
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The Rittenhouse Hotel
The Rittenhouse Hotel
9 / 10
210 West Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $279 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Among Philadelphia's luxury hotels, the Rittenhouse has the fewest and largest rooms and some of the prettiest views." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The 98-room Rittenhouse leads the deluxe pack with extra-large rooms... vigilant service, and tasteful, if slightly tired, furnishings."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The staff, among the nicest in the city, greets you with a glass of champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries on weekends." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This top-of-the-line luxury hotel is one of the city’s finest and boasts two award-winning restaurants, the Lacroix and the Smith & Wollensky steakhouse."
Star Service Star Service
"This remains Philadelphia's top prize, a small deluxe hotel with a loyal following, fine dining and high service standards." Full review
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