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Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Rittenhouse Square

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A spacious rooftop dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and string lights.
A building entrance with a green sign reading "MOTTO".
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the city skyline.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a small table, a sofa, a suitcase, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

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31 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
  • Place, Walnut Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rittenhouse Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a suitcase, and a view of the city through large windows.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(338 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden side table, a sliding door to the bathroom, and a view of the bathroom through the door.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a small table, a chair, a desk, and a TV.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a small table, a sofa, a suitcase, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden side table, a sliding door to the bathroom, and a view of the bathroom through the door.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bunk bed room with a desk, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Room (2 Twin Bunkbeds)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a desk, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Room (2 Twin Bunkbeds, Transfer Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a small cabinet, and a large window offering a city view.

Room (1 Twin and 1 Double Bunkbed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Philadelphia

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Center City hotel, you'll find Rittenhouse Square and Fairmount Park. Pennsylvania Convention Center and University of Pennsylvania are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Walnut Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rittenhouse Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Pennsylvania - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • 19th St Station - 1 min walk
  • Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 14 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪K'Far - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Octopus Falafel Truck - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Condesa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Continental Mid-Town - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harper's Garden - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5-star hotel near Rittenhouse Square
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and an elevator are also featured at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square. Parking is available for a fee. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Philadelphia hotel is smoke free.

  • 252 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square offers 252 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. 49-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

This Philadelphia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 100 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay

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 to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 100 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 4:00 AM

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 cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 819659

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Pod Philly
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Hotel
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square to the airport?

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is 9.7 mi (20-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 Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square on Nov 1, 2026 start from $117, including 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 Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square.

Does Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 20 for adults, USD 5 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rivers Casino (6-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 55 per night.

Does Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square have a pool?

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square does not have a pool.

Does Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mexican cuisine, brunch, and happy hour.

Does Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square to downtown Philadelphia?

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is 0.3 mi away from Philadelphia.

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1697 out of 2546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 503 out of 2546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 209 out of 2546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 2546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 2546 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and in-house restaurant was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice and great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, amazing location, would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service nice stay !!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All lovely and great location too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location clean room and accommodating staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean, nice location and good coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean, quiet room with comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location central to downtown. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated hotel with a youthful fresh feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and has all you need for a stay. Rooms are small but clean. The hotel serves the purpose, I’m overall satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Room was clean, nice size for 1-2 people. Good location, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motto concept was fine, if Spartan. Location was in the Rittenhouse Square general area, but on a seedy street.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean very friendly helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with attached restaurant. Plenty of space.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing! Staff was friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about Motto is great. The restaurants have delicious food. The staff is amicable and overall friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located and easy to walk to City Hall, Reading Terminal Market and Independence Hall. Plus convenient for the subway. Very clean and staff were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice room, very efficient and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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