AKA Rittenhouse Square

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Rittenhouse Square

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Coffee/tea maker, eco-friendly cleaning products

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Breakfast available
Room service
Bar
Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Laundry

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135 South 18th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103

Rittenhouse Square
‪1 min walk‬
Pennsylvania Convention Center
‪13 min walk‬
Reading Terminal Market
‪14 min walk‬
Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
‪15 min drive‬

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Room options

Room (Platinum Residence)

Wonderful

323 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Wonderful

678 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

Exceptional

980 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite (Rittenhouse Residence)

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Platinum)

Exceptional

936 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Residence)

Very good

323 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Den)

Exceptional

980 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Library)

Exceptional

1098 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

Very good

678 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Philadelphia

Located in Center City, AKA Rittenhouse Square is adjacent to Rittenhouse Square and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center. This 78-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

Rittenhouse Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Pennsylvania Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Reading Terminal Market - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
University of Pennsylvania - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Philadelphia Museum of Art - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

19th St Station - 6 min walk
Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 18 min walk
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Dandelion - ‬1 min walk
‪Di Bruno Bros - ‬2 min walk
‪Pietro’s Coal Oven Pizzeria - ‬1 min walk
‪Cleavers - ‬1 min walk
‪The Love - ‬1 min walk

About this property

AKA Rittenhouse Square

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Rittenhouse Square

Guests of AKA Rittenhouse Square enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Offsite parking is available for a fee. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and a free grocery shopping service.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Frette Italian sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Coffee makers, free local calls, and safes are also standard. Limited housekeeping is available.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$225 nightly

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

Offsite parking available (USD 33 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 15 to 30 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

a.bar
a.kitchen

Things to do

Gym
Library

Family friendly

Crib (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Free grocery shopping service
Housekeeping (on request)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

2 meeting rooms
Business center
Computer station

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (31 inch wide door)
Lever door handles
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

12 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Local artist showcase
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Crib (surcharge)
Down comforter
Frette Italian sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Dogs and cats only
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 35.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Destination fee: USD 29.09 per accommodation, per night
A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 30.00 per person
Nearby parking fee: USD 33 per night (75 ft away)
Pet fee: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit/debit cards; cash is not accepted

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Long-term renters welcome

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards

This property is professionally cleaned

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

Property Registration Number 357998

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit/debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards.
The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Long-term renters welcome.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

AKA Rittenhouse Square offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near AKA Rittenhouse Square?

This hotel is situated in Center City within a short 1-minute walk of Rittenhouse Square and also 16 minutes on foot from Reading Terminal Market. You'll also find Philadelphia Museum of Art and Citizens Bank Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square feature a casino on the premises?

No, AKA Rittenhouse Square doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, AKA Rittenhouse Square serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge at a.kitchen.

Will AKA Rittenhouse Square allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at AKA Rittenhouse Square for a fee of USD 100 per pet, per week.

Are there connecting rooms at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from AKA Rittenhouse Square?

The closest major airport to AKA Rittenhouse Square is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), which is 10.3 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is located 14.8 mi away (25-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at AKA Rittenhouse Square.

AKA Rittenhouse Square Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with partner

Jun 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great customer service. Highly recommend this hotel. Amazing location.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Oguz

Traveled with family

Jun 4, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

There was cockroach in the room

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Jun 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner

May 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Amazing location! Great staff, clean room. The hotel bar went out of their way to accommodate us at closing time. We had a blast and look forward to returning.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

May 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was super friendly and helpful. Room excellent esp the shower. TV great. COuld have more frequent room upkeep. Great central location.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with family

May 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfectly located. Lovely and accomodating staff. Huge rooms furnished with every need. Would stay there again for sure.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with family

May 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel! We’ll be back :)

We stayed for 3 nights and were soooo happy with our room :) 2 bed/2 bath right on Rittenhouse Square. The staff was wonderful!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

May 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Room comfort

Read review and weigh what's important to you.

Positive: -Staff was super friendly and helpful. A+ for all of them. -Location was fantastic. -Rooms were very clean. Negative: -A lot of rooms don't have blackout blinds so they're bright. They offered to move us without us asking so that goes on the positive list. They moved us to a room they said was an upgrade but we lost our huge kitchen, seating and big counter space. Felt very much like a downgrade but it was still worth it for the blinds, so we didn't complain. -our bathroom toilet was broken. Maintenance supposedly fixed it but it wasn't. It needed the internal flapper replaced. My husband had to fix it after every time we flushed. For three days.... -Bathrooms TINY. I mean seriously small. Also, no surface room to set things down. -Bathroom sinks too small so they splash water all over, flooding the miniscule shelf they have. We would not stay there again but if clean rooms and great staff is all you need to be happy this hotel will fulfill your requirements.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Traveled with group

May 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family

May 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Felt homey

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Will

May 4, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Front desk staff were very friendly and courteous, but the hotel itself is definitely not 4 star. The kitchenette floor was sticky, the TV remote felt grimy, only one body towel in the bathroom, etc. The finer details are what separates the best hotels from the average. Not much attention is paid to details here. Plus I object to the policy of openly welcoming the general public to use the bathrooms. That said, I slept comfortably.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanelle

May 2, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Traveled with family

May 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My stay at AKA Rittenhouse was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warmth, professionalism, and true hospitality. Wister, the front desk representative, went above and beyond to ensure every detail of my stay was seamless. Their attentiveness, kindness, and efficiency made me feel genuinely valued as a guest. Equally impressive was the support and insight provided by the hotel’s budget analyst. Tony, whose behind-the-scenes excellence clearly contributes to the smooth and elevated experience AKA Rittenhouse is known for. He provided great recommendations and made this experience a blast. To mention, Juliet was adorable. The attention to both personal service and operational excellence reflects a team that truly cares about the guest experience. This was more than just a stay—it was a memorable experience rooted in hospitality at its finest. Five stars, well deserved. If I could give 10 stars, I would.