€105.93 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in 26 May 2013 Check-out 27 May 2013

Sofitel Philadelphia

4 stars
120 South 17Th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.3
out of 5
187 reviews
Fabulous hotel

I was very pleased with staff and amenities. It was a beautiful hotel . In one of my favorite cities See full review

  • Jaque4949
  • 22 Apr 2013
Best Anniversary EVER... Thanks to the Sofitel!!!

I can honestly say that I can't think of one negative thing here. The staff was so incredibly nice... See full review

  • GinaDaz
  • 15 Apr 2013
French elegance and Philadelphia hospitality at this Center City hotel
The Sofitel Philadelphia is elegant and refined and well suited for business and leisure travelers. The Sofitel is located steps from Rittenhouse Square's shops and restaurants and serves as the cornerstone of Philadelphia's new French Quarter. Rooms emphasize comfort and convenience. Each offers a fully stocked mini-bar and luxurious French bath amenities. Chez Colette, the hotel's chic French-style cafe, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in an atmosphere that evokes Paris in the 1920s. A morning coffee station on site with espresso machine and espresso pods, a fresh whole fruit, pastries (until 8:00 am) and add-ons like vanilla, cinnamon, syrup is available for free.
Highlights
  • Excellent Center City location, built on the site of the former Philadelphia Stock Exchange
  • Listed as one of the year's best hotels in the 2009 Travel + Leisure 500
  • Lobby lounge/bar with floor-to-ceiling windows


Location

The Sofitel Philadelphia is in the middle of the city's French Quarter, steps from the Walnut Street shopping corridor and Rittenhouse Square, and a mile from the convention center.

Rooms
Accommodations at the Sofitel are warm and inviting and reflect a contemporary French and American style. Each of the 306 guestrooms and suites in the 14-story hotel includes goose down duvets, a 37-inch flat screen TV, sitting area, marble bathroom with glass-enclosed shower and separate tub, L'Occitane bath amenities, high-speed Internet access, a Bose sound system and nightly turndown service.

Features
The staff includes a doorman and concierge who can arrange tour and ticket assistance, wedding services, event catering and dry cleaning/laundry services. A state-of-the-art fitness center is open 24 hours. Pets are allowed (call for details).


Transportation
  • SEPTA Subway Walnut-Locust Station (3 minutes)
  • Greyhound Bus Terminal (5 minutes)
  • Amtrak 30th Street Station (7 minutes)
  • Philadelphia International Airport (19 minutes)
Attractions
  • Rittenhouse Square (0.2 mi/ 0.32 km)  
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts (0.5 mi/ 0.8 km)
  • City Hall (0.9 mi/ 1.45 km)
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center (1 mi/ 1.6 km)
  • Independence Hall (1.2 mi/ 2 km)
  • University of Pennsylvania (1.5 mi/ 2.4 km)
  • Professional Sports/Concert Venues (4 mi/ 6.4 km)
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art (6.4 mi/ 10.2 km)
  • Sesame Place (27 mi/ 43 km)
Business

  • Free high-speed Internet access
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Banquet facilities
  • Event catering
  • Exhibit space
  • Multiple conference/meeting rooms
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Sofitel Philadelphia Rooms

2 Db beds Dlx
LUXURY ROOM - 2 double beds, Sunny Exposure. 35 sqm/400 sq. ft.; Sunny Exposure; Marble bathroom w/ Glass enclosed shower and separate tub; Working Desk and Sitting Area w/ Coffee Table; Bathrobe and Slippers with Lanvin Amenities; Complimentary WIFI
1 Kg bed Sup
Superior Room with 1 King Bed. 30 sqm/350 sq.ft.; Marble bathroom w/ separate shower & tub; Work Desk & Sitting Area w/ Coffee Table; Bathrobe and Slippers with Lanvin Amenities; Complimentary WIFI; Rollaway upon request (subject to additional charges a
JrSuite 1 Kg bed
JUNIOR SUITE - 1 King size bed, extra living ro om. 45 sqm/500 sq. ft.; Marble bathroom w/ separate shower and tub; Work Desk and Sitting Area w/ Coffee Table; Bathrobe and Slippers with Hermes amenities; Complimentary WIFI; Sofabed upon request (subjec
1 Kg bed Dlx
LUXURY ROOM - 1 king size bed, Sunny Exposure. 35 sqm/400 sq.ft.; Sunny Exposure; Marble bathroom w/ separate shower & tub; Work Desk & Sitting Area w/ Coffee Table; Robe & Slippers w/ Lanvin Amenities; Complimentary WIFI; Rollaway upon request (subject

Amenities

  • High speed internet
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Concierge
Pets allowed
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Fitness centre or spa
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Services
24 hour front desk
Business centre
Express check in
Express checkout
Concierge desk
Security
Wake-up service
Multilingual
Meeting/banquet facilities
Porters
FAX
Currency exchange
Audio visual equipment
Computer rental
Internet
High speed internet
Parking
Parking
Indoor parking
Valet parking
Outdoor parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
Safe
AM/FM alarm clock
Hairdryer in room
Cribs available
Shower
Iron
Sprinklers in rooms

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Hotel Map

39.9508 -75.1689
Nearby airports
PHL, (PHL), 13.60, KM, N; PNE, (PNE), 32.00, KM, S;
Area description
Business district

Nearby points of interest

  • Walnut Street Theatre: 0.1 km
  • Rittenhouse Square: 0.5 km
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: 0.6 km
  • Masonic Temple: 0.6 km
  • Rosenbach Museum and Library: 0.7 km
  • Pennsylvania Academly of the Fine Arts: 0.7 km
  • Mutter Museum: 0.7 km
  • Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul: 0.7 km
  • The Franklin Institute: 0.9 km
  • The Barnes Foundation: 1.1 km
  • Rodin Museum: 1.3 km
  • Libery Bell Center: 1.6 km
  • Independence Hall: 1.6 km
  • National Constitution Center: 1.7 km
  • National Museum of American Jewish History: 1.7 km
  • Walnut Street Theatre: 0.1 km
  • Rittenhouse Square: 0.5 km
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: 0.6 km
  • Masonic Temple: 0.6 km
  • Rosenbach Museum and Library: 0.7 km
  • Pennsylvania Academly of the Fine Arts: 0.7 km
  • Mutter Museum: 0.7 km
  • Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul: 0.7 km
  • The Franklin Institute: 0.9 km
  • The Barnes Foundation: 1.1 km
  • Rodin Museum: 1.3 km
  • Libery Bell Center: 1.6 km
  • Independence Hall: 1.6 km
  • National Constitution Center: 1.7 km
  • National Museum of American Jewish History: 1.7 km
  • Christ Church: 1.8 km
  • Eastern State Penitentiary: 1.9 km
  • Penn Museum: 1.9 km
  • Independence National Historical Park: 1.9 km
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art: 2 km
  • University of Pennsylvania: 2 km
  • Arden Theatre Company: 2.2 km
  • Fireman's Hall: 2.2 km
  • Philadelphia Zoo: 3.5 km
  • Please Touch Museum: 4.7 km
  • Citizens Bank Park: 5 km
  • Veterans Stadium: 5.6 km
  • Wells Fargo Center: 5.6 km
  • Lincoln Financial Field: 5.6 km
  • Philadelphia Cruise Terminal: 7.5 km
  • Morris Arboretum: 16.4 km

Dining

CHEZ COLETTE
Savor an irresistible breakfast or a Sunday brunch in Chez Colette, our charming brasserie, also available for private events.
LIBERTE URBAN CHIC LOUNGE
Discover Liberté Urban Lounge, a chic downtown hot spot serving hand-crafted cocktails and contemporary, French-inspired food in one of the city's loveliest settings.
LIBERTE URBAN CHIC LOUNGE
Liberté chic urban lounge serving cocktails and contemporary French-inspired food in one of the city's loveliest settings.Gather with friends at the bar, Share an intimate moment in the lounge along the fireplace, or enjoy a meal in the dining area.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (187)

Ratings and reviews for Sofitel Philadelphia

Overall score

4.3 / 5
187 out of 187
Amenities:
4.2
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.7
Location:
4.7
Value:
4.1

97% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
NJ
28 May 2010

Great stay and room..service was great!

Great room with impeccable service!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Davio's

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

4
black barbie
Business
Milwaukee, WI
20 May 2010

Great hotel, except the temperature

Stayed for business and through the weekend with my girlfriend. Definitely a bit pricier than normal for business but got a discount through [...]. The room was great, though the bed was a bit too soft for our tastes with the feather bed (so, we took it off!). Unfortunately the temp controls in the room didn't work at all--we had it set at 60 degrees but it got no cooler than 72...complained twice and didn't get anywhere...no complimentary anything either because the knew we got a great deal already. anyway, nice hotel in perfect spot for work and shopping. would stay again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Holiday purpose:

Business

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
West Hills, CA
13 May 2010

Upscale Hotel well worth the price!

My husband and I were there to move our daughter out of UPenn. While the location was not the most convenient for getting to/from the school (a lot of cab rides), it was great in the evenings. We had so many restaurants and shops around was. The staff at the hotel was very nice and friendly. I loved the comforter on the bed! My only complaint was the fan in our room, #1429, was very noisy. I thought that was normal until we switched to a suite on our last night and enjoyed a very quiet room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

4
sftravler
San Francisco, CA
28 Apr 2010

Classy Classy

Great hotel.Came here for a bachelorette party and they upgraded up to a suite because they ran out of double bed rooms.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Alexandria, VA
25 Apr 2010

Great hotel at the discount rate

The front of house was outstanding.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Devon, great seafood.

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Fremont Calif.
22 Apr 2010

The Sofitel

Parking was a bit of a problem, everything else okay

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
1
Value:
1
Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Not Provided
31 Mar 2010

Very central location in downtown

Very central location in downtown Phili. Good spcious rooms. Would have preferred a buffet breakfast option to the a la carte but the breakfast order I put in, was not a la carte and still catered for. Laptops are being advertised in the handbook in the rooms which I wanted to avail of (as I had a problem with my own one) but it wasn't possible when I investigated nor was the concierge aware of that the hotel was offering this facility. The computers in the bar were always busy and the nearest internet cafe is quite a distance away.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Youngstown OH
8 Mar 2010

Civilized Hotel

Great location, great staff, very well appointed.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Holiday purpose:

Business

Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

DiBrunos market - prepared food can beat any restaurant

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
SGY
York, PA
8 Mar 2010

Great stay!

[...] The room, and entire hotel, were immaculate and employees were very courteous. We loved the french greetings! Great location for sightseeing throughout the city with tons of restaurants and shopping within a few blocks. Park the car and walk everywhere. Bathrooms were extra large in our room style, having a separate shower stall and bathtub. Nice granite countertop. We even had fresh cut orchids in the bathroom vase. Two flat screens & two Bose systems in suite. My wife was ready to move in (or at least steal the mattress) and we would defintely stay again. A great experience for the price paid.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Tinto Restaurant - great tapas restaurant owned by the new Iron Chef located about 3 blocks away. Tria Wine bar is on the same block, and also a lot of fun.

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Hilly's Friend
Bloomfield
7 Mar 2010

One of the greatest weekends of my life.

I rate my hotal stay a 10, because of the friendly staff, very clean room,staff willing to accommdate my request for a smoke free environment because of my asthma. I will recommend the Sotifel to my family and friends and most of all I will be back!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
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