Rittenhouse Square is the leafy heart of Center City's west side, a park ringed by apartment buildings, cafes and some of the city's best-reviewed hotels. The five here are all within a quarter mile of the square and range from 5-star independents on the park to apartment-style rooms with kitchens on Chestnut Street. Guest scores run from 8.8 to 9.6.
What to expect from hotels in Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square draws leisure travelers, design fans and business guests who want to walk to Walnut Street's restaurants, galleries and shops. The hotels skew upscale, with several independents and boutique hotels among them.
The B (Broad Street Line) at Walnut-Locust and the 15th St/City Hall complex, where the L (Market-Frankford Line), the B and the T meet, are both walkable, so you can reach the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street without a car.
Hotels in Rittenhouse Square compared
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Nearest subway |
|---|---|---|---|
| The DWIGHT D Hotel | 5 | 9.6 | Walnut-Locust, 5 min |
| The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel | 4 | 9.6 | Walnut-Locust, 8 min |
| The Rittenhouse Philadelphia | 5 | 9.4 | 15th St/City Hall, 12 min |
| ROOST Rittenhouse | 4 | 9.2 | 15th St/City Hall, 8 min |
| Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia | 4 | 8.8 | Walnut-Locust, 5 min |
Getting around from Rittenhouse Square
- Walnut-Locust on the B (Broad Street Line) is the closest Metro stop for three of these hotels, and the B runs south to NRG Station for Lincoln Financial Field and Citizens Bank Park.
- 15th St/City Hall connects the L (Market-Frankford Line), the B and the T in one complex, handy for heading east toward Independence Hall or west to Drexel Station at 30th St.
- A SEPTA trip costs $2.90 per ride. If you plan multiple trips in a day, a One Day Convenience Pass at $7.50 covers up to 8 rides.
- A flat-rate taxi from Philadelphia International Airport to Center City runs $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger. Rideshare pickups at the airport use Ride App/Zone 7.
Upscale or mid-range in Rittenhouse Square
The two 5-star hotels, The DWIGHT D Hotel and The Rittenhouse Philadelphia, both score 9.4 or higher with guests. The Rittenhouse is right on the square, 0.08 miles from the park, and The DWIGHT D is about a quarter mile away on South 16th Street. Both are independents.
ROOST Rittenhouse on Chestnut Street is the mid-range choice, with in-unit kitchens and a 9.2 guest score. If you're staying more than two or three nights and want to cook, it's the one to book.
The Franklin on Rittenhouse and the Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia are both 4-star hotels within 0.2 miles of the square. The Hyatt Centric is also LEED Silver certified, the only certified hotel of the five.
The hotels
The DWIGHT D Hotel
256 S. 16th Street
9.6107 reviews
5 min walk to Walnut-Locust (B, Broad Street Line)A 5-star independent with a 9.6 guest score, 0.24 miles from the square on South 16th Street.
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The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel
1715 Rittenhouse Square Street
9.6408 reviews
8 min walk to Walnut-Locust (B, Broad Street Line)On Rittenhouse Square Street, 0.12 miles from the park, this 4-star boutique hotel scores 9.6 with guests.
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The Rittenhouse Philadelphia
210 W Rittenhouse Sq
9.4155 reviews
12 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)Right on the square, 0.08 miles from the park, a 5-star independent with a 9.4 guest score.
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ROOST Rittenhouse
1831 Chestnut Street
9.2172 reviews
8 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)In-unit kitchens and a 9.2 guest score on Chestnut Street, a good fit for longer stays.
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Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia
1620 Chancellor St
8.81,382 reviews
5 min walk to Walnut-Locust (B, Broad Street Line)LEED Silver certified 4-star hotel on Chancellor Street, 0.2 miles from the square, with an 8.8 guest score.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel in Rittenhouse Square has the highest guest score?＋
The DWIGHT D Hotel and The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel share the top guest score of the five, 9.6. The DWIGHT D is a 5-star hotel and The Franklin is 4-star.
Is any hotel in Rittenhouse Square LEED certified?＋
Yes. The Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia is LEED Silver certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. None of the other four hotels here holds a LEED certification.
What is the nearest SEPTA station to Rittenhouse Square hotels?＋
Walnut-Locust on the B (Broad Street Line) is closest for The DWIGHT D, the Hyatt Centric and The Franklin, a 5- to 8-minute walk. From ROOST Rittenhouse and The Rittenhouse Philadelphia, 15th St/City Hall is 8 and 12 minutes on foot, and serves the L (Market-Frankford Line), the B and the T. A single SEPTA trip costs $2.90.
Which hotel is best for an extended stay in Rittenhouse Square?＋
ROOST Rittenhouse on Chestnut Street. Its rooms have in-unit kitchens, which the full-service hotels here don't offer across all room types.
How much is the hotel tax in Philadelphia?＋
Philadelphia's total hotel tax is 15.5%, added on top of the nightly rate. Factor it in when you compare prices.
Can I walk to the Philadelphia Museum of Art from Rittenhouse Square hotels?＋
Yes, if you like to walk. The Philadelphia Museum of Art is north of Rittenhouse Square, roughly 20 to 25 minutes on foot, with the last stretch along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
