Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3-star urban hotel in Rittenhouse Square with a rooftop pool and rotating art gallery

Amenities

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square operates a seasonal outdoor rooftop pool on the 8th floor, open daily from 9am to 9pm with city views and a pool bar. The lobby houses a rotating art gallery managed with the Center for Emerging Visual Arts, displaying new works every six months that guests can purchase. A fitness center is available, along with sun loungers and towels at the pool area.

Dining

The hotel's in-house restaurant is Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, serving USDA prime steak with an award-winning wine list. A separate ArtBar offers snacks, cocktails, and a daily grab-and-go breakfast menu. Guests receive a $10 daily credit at the ArtBar (included in the $20 resort fee), applicable toward food and drinks except on checkout day.

Rooms

Rooms at this Sonesta hotel include work desks, coffee makers, cable TVs, and seating areas, with options ranging from Petite Rooms to Junior Suites and two-queen Deluxe Rooms. Corner suites offer additional living space and are available for a $25 nightly upgrade. All rooms offer free Wi-Fi and tea/coffee makers, while suites add a second bathroom and an extra refrigerator.

Location

The hotel is positioned on Market Street at Rittenhouse Square, within walking distance of City Hall, Reading Terminal Market, and the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Guests can walk to the Liberty Bell (2 km), Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Wells Fargo Center. Valet parking is available at $56 per night with unlimited in-and-out privileges, and Philadelphia International Airport is 15 km away.

Pets & Family

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is dog-friendly, with a $75 nightly fee per pet and a welcome package provided upon request. Family rooms are available, including the Junior Suite with a separate living area and sofa bed, accommodating up to four guests. The rooftop pool, fitness center, and proximity to children's attractions like the Franklin Institute make it suitable for family stays.

• Rooftop: Seasonal heated pool with city views (9am-9pm)
• Dining: USDA prime steak at on-site Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
• Art: Rotating lobby gallery by Center for Emerging Visual Arts, changed every 6 months
• Pets: Dogs welcome for $75/night
• Business: Meeting spaces and concierge for corporate events
• Location: Rittenhouse Square, steps from top restaurants and shops

Licence number: 567258