€108.46 Avg/night
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Sofitel Philadelphia

4 stars
120 South 17Th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.3
out of 5
188 reviews
Excellent one-night getaway

My wife and I recently stayed for our anniversary. The location is great. Our room (junior suite)... See full review

  • mgoose
  • 29 May 2013
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
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 (188)

Ratings and reviews for Sofitel Philadelphia

Overall score

4.3 / 5
188 out of 188
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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Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Chicago, IL
19 Nov 2009

Great hotel, great location

The hotel was located in a great area in Center City that was still lively at night. There were a lot of great restaurants close by, shopping as well, yet still close to the train station.

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

Reviewer score

5
Flying L
Business
CA
19 Nov 2009

First Class Hotel

I travel several times a year to Philadelphia and have stayed at the Sofitel since I "discovered" it. The king mini suites are spacious and well designed for the business traveler, with a seating area for business conversations. The bed is comfortable and the furnishings tasteful. Room service is prompt and the food is a cut above. I will continue to stay there.

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

Business

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
S. Brunswick NJ
17 Nov 2009

Ultimate comfort and convienece

The location,in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, was perfect. convienent to great restaurants and shopping. Rooms were nicely appointed and spacious. The staff and services were top notch. Best of all was the Down comforter and pillows, COMFORTABLE!!!

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

Cuban Restaurant, Alma de Cuba, is a must. only half block away

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Boston, MA
23 Nov 2009

sofitel philadelphia

My husband and I booked the hotel for race weekend in Philly. The hotel was well appointed with a nice bar with good eats and the hotel room was enormous and clean. The bed was very comfortable and I can say I never slept better than in my own bed!

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

The hotel's Concierge recommended a great Spanish restaurant (Tinto) within 3 blocks of the hotel. We had an unexpectedly fabulous meal and great wine.

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Yoshidax
Bethlehem, PA
6 Dec 2009

Pleasant and comfortable

Welcoming staff from beginning to end. We drove into the entrance area that was filled with cars. A doorman quickly came up to take our car and direct us into the hotel. The check-in was efficient as was the check-out. At check-out, we were reminded that complementary coffee and tea were available in the hotel restaurant. The coffee was top notch, delicious. The room was spacious with a king along with a working desk and sofa. The flat screen television was at least 42 inches with a reasonable menu of channels. The bathroom had both a tub and shower. L'Occitane products were provided. The towels and bathrobes were nice and fluffy. Everything was clean and orderly. Our only wish was that the hotel had a steam bath or sauna in its fitness room.

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

A full range of dining options are within a 5 minute walk of the hotel from Le Bec Fin to small coffee shops.

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Harrisburg, PA
19 Dec 2009

Very Nice

This trip was part of a Christmas present for my girlfriend. We checked into the hotel quickly via the friendly staff, and were very impressed with the room. We went to the Flyers game later that night, and when we got back to the hotel we decided to get some room service. They were very quick (food arrived in 15 minutes), and the food was delicious. The bed was one of the most comfortable we've ever slept in. We didn't want to leave.

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

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Bainbridge Is, WA
20 Dec 2009

great location and comfort

The rooms were very comfortable and spacious.

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

Alma de cuba was an amazing restaurant a block away.

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Fairfax VA
1 Jan 2010

Quick Stay at Sofitel

This was a quick trip with two old friends. We'd stayed at the Sofitel before and liked it so much we returned. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the location is pretty central to shopping, dining and historical sights.

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

Great shopping nearby at both the Liberty mall and on Walnut St.

Review of Sofitel Philadelphia

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Washington, D.C.
3 Jan 2010

Great hotel...[...]

The only problem with the hotel was that their website indicated that there was private on-site parking and valet parking, however when we got there, there was only valet parking. However, the hotel staff did an excellent job of listening to our concern and making adjustments accordingly. [...]

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

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
NYC
17 Feb 2010

Great Philly weekend

Restful & relaxing

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