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The Rittenhouse Hotel vs Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel

Both The Rittenhouse Hotel and Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel are endorsed by writers. Overall, The Rittenhouse Hotel scores significantly better than Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel. The Rittenhouse Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 97 with approval from 19 sources like Afar Magazine, Time Out and Condé Nast Traveler.

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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Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
7 / 10
401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
From $119 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This small, polished corner hotel banks on its terrific Independence National Historical Park location, less than a block from Old City's trendy restaurant and gallery scene." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"If you came to Philly to admire its revolutionary past, this hotel should be near the top of your list."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Marble-clad hotel near Philly’s historic sites, including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. ." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This four-star, four-diamond hotel has large-sized rooms with marble bathrooms."
Zagat Zagat
3.7
"The "mix of historic feel and modern comforts" and other "innlike" qualities of this small hotel provide an oasis in the "middle of the hustle and bustle" of Old City."
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