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AKA Rittenhouse Square

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Rittenhouse Square
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Room (Platinum Residence) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters
Suite (Rittenhouse Residence) | Living area | 55-inch TV with cable channels
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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135 South 18th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103
  • Place, Walnut Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rittenhouse Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬
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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 678 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Platinum)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 936 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Residence)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 678 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Den)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 980 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Library)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1098 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Platinum Residence)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 980 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite (Rittenhouse Residence)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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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

  • Walnut Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Rittenhouse Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 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
  • ‪Pietro’s Coal Oven Pizzeria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rouge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cleavers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Walnut Garden - ‬2 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 concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. 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.

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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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Property is also known as

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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.

How much does it cost to stay at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

As of Dec 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AKA Rittenhouse Square on Jan 4, 2026 start from $250.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 Xfinity Mobile Arena and Liberty Bell Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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.

Is AKA Rittenhouse Square a good place to stay for couples?

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, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

No, at AKA Rittenhouse Square, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

AKA Rittenhouse Square Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 502 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deirdre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff (Tina) was friendly, pleasant and professional. Also Bartender at AKA bar Emily was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shizuka

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jared

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Exceptional service!

My husband and I had never stayed here before but it was in the right location for our overnight visit to the city. After booking, I called the hotel with some questions and the person i spoke with, Tina, could not have been nicer. She took the time to answer all my questions. Also, I requested a high floor and she said she'd do her best, and she did. We had a great room on the top floor and enjoyed sitting by the window at night and watching all the city lights. Additionally, from the moment we got there, the service was top notch. Josh and Juliette at the front desk were so helpful. They went of their way to make us feel welcome. We enjoyed chatting with them about our favorite city restaurants. We were celebrating our birthdays and when we got to our room, there was a birthday card and gift. How thoughtful. As for the room, the suite was spacious, clean and bright and had everything you need for a short stay. The rooms were comfortable too. The next day, we had more great service from Juliette. She went out of her way to help us once again. We can't say enough good things about the service we received from the friendly staff. We only chose the AKA due to it's proximity to Rittenhouse Square and the fact that our favorite Philly hotel had gotten so expensive, but we had such a lovely experience, we are are already planning our return trip. Thank you AKA for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s always an excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here over the July 4th weekend. It's located in a great area. You are in a great part of the city that is walkable and situatied close to aLOT of great eateries. The Room was nice and large, the bed was comfortable, bathroom was nice and large. The kitchen was the perfect size if you wanted to cook. the living room is a good size. The furniture in the living room needs to be refreshed as the fabrics needed to be cleaned. The couches were not comfortable, it was almost like sitting on a hard wooden bench with a very thin cushion. Although the furniture wasn't the greatest, don't let this stop you from staying at this Hotel. The other feature out weigh the small downsides.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every detail was delightful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent suite-lots of room and nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrell

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

5 star service!

Wister was 5 star! His customer service was beyond excellent! I’d be inclined to only book with AKA because of his five star service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawntel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Door clean property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with partner
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
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was cockroach in the room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

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
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

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
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
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

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
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt homey
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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