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AKA Rittenhouse Square

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Pennsylvania Convention Center

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Lobby
Room (Platinum Residence) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters
Suite (Rittenhouse Residence) | Living area | 55-inch TV with cable channels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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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

Room options

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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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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

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) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

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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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

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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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

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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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

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) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Room (Platinum Residence)

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

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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

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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Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite (Rittenhouse Residence) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Suite (Rittenhouse Residence)

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

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About the neighborhood

Philadelphia

Center City stay.At this Center City hotel, you'll be steps from Rittenhouse Square and within a 15-minute walk of Pennsylvania Convention Center. University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Museum of Art are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

4-star hotel near Pennsylvania Convention Center
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness center, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly AKA Rittenhouse Square.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Philadelphia hotel.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Grocery service (free)
  • Library
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
AKA Rittenhouse Square offers 78 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and down comforters. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,001 reviews
$277 nightly
The price is $320
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels

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

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

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. 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. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property Registration Number 357998

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is AKA Rittenhouse Square to the airport?

AKA Rittenhouse Square is 10.3 mi (15-min drive) away from the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AKA Rittenhouse Square on Jan 18, 2026 start from $276.49, 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.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at AKA Rittenhouse Square.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at AKA Rittenhouse Square, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15.00 and 30.00 per person.

Is there a casino at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rivers Casino (5-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at AKA Rittenhouse Square?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square have a pool?

AKA Rittenhouse Square does not have a pool.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does AKA Rittenhouse Square have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is AKA Rittenhouse Square to downtown Philadelphia?

AKA Rittenhouse Square is 0.3 mi away from Philadelphia.

AKA Rittenhouse Square Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 513 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 513 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 513 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 513 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 513 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH, Vienna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is incredible.The rooms are beautiful and it's always awesome to stay at AKA.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christian

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This extended stay property should not be considered a hotel. It’s literally falling apart. The ceiling mounted AC unit cover fell down almost on my wife’s head. The cover and the unit were filthy. They moved us to another room which had an extremely loud AC unit and the toilet was coming off the wall. The cabinets were starting to delaminate and the furniture was very cheap. Toilet room was tiny and the shower was next to the tv. No daily cleaning and the dark brown carpet hides the stains. The location is good but the hotel put a damper on our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at this property! The room was gorgeous. Staff was extremely nice and helpful. Bar and restaurant downstairs have tasty options. The location is great with the Saturday market right across the street and walkable to everything downtown. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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