The Franklin On Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel, Philadelphia ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1715 Rittenhouse Square Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

The Franklin On Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel is an elegant new boutique hotel in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, offering refined styling and modern amenities. This 4-star Philadelphia hotel features a cozy lounge, complimentary breakfast, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Franklin On Rittenhouse include uniquely decorated spaces designed to reflect various historical inspirations. Guests can enjoy Molton Brown bath amenities and sumptuous Frette linen in their accommodations.

Dining Options

Dining at The Franklin On Rittenhouse includes The Franklin Lounge, an Art Deco-inspired bar serving hand-crafted cocktails. Guests also receive a complimentary continental breakfast, along with options for occasional wine or beer offers.

Business & Services

The hotel provides five private event spaces, including the Raj Scotch Library for small meetings. There are also accessibility features focused on accommodating guests with disabilities, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the hotel’s offerings.

Location & Attractions

Situated steps from historic Rittenhouse Square, The Franklin On Rittenhouse offers convenient access to upscale shopping and dining. The nearby Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are notable landmarks to explore.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

The Rouge

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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The Dumont

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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The Gustave

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2 persons

28 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Philadelphia800 m

Airports

Philadelphia International (PHL) 13.6 km

Trenton-Mercer (TTN) 54.5 km

Train

Philadelphia, PA Station 1.3 km

Underground

15th-16th & Locust300 m

Walnut-Locust500 m

Bus

Bus stop 11.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast

“I was impressed by the continental breakfast; the fresh fruits and pastries were the perfect start to our day.” view full review

Beautiful Aesthetics

“The hotel's charming old building features stunning wallpapers and tasteful design choices that truly enhance the experience.” view full review

Comfortable Accommodations

“The room was incredibly comfortable with great amenities, providing a cozy retreat after a long day.” view full review

Relaxing Atmosphere

“The lounge area was a perfect relaxation spot, complete with complimentary coffee, tea, and soft drinks that made us feel at home.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1715 Rittenhouse Square Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

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1715 Rittenhouse Square Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19103

City landmarks

Museum

Independence National Historical Park

2.1 km

Museum

The Franklin Institute

1.4 km

Museum

Philadelphia Museum of Art

2.1 km

Museum

The Barnes Foundation

1.7 km

520 Chestnut St

Independence Hall

2.0 km

Art object

Art Museum Steps

2.0 km

North 6th Street

Liberty Bell

2.0 km

Museum

Eastern State Penitentiary

2.2 km

Park

Love Park

980 m

Museum

Mutter Museum

1.0 km

Market

Reading Terminal Market

1.5 km

1020 South St

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

1.5 km

Museum

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

1.5 km

Museum

Museum of the American Revolution

2.1 km

301 Pine St

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

2.0 km

Monument

Benjamin Franklin National Memorial

1.3 km

Mall

Pennsylvania Convention Center

1.7 km

Museum

National Constitution Center

2.5 km

Public Building

Philadelphia City Hall

1.1 km

Washington Square

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution

2.1 km

239 Arch St

Betsy Ross House

2.2 km

Museum

Rodin Museum

1.8 km

cnr S 6th & Chestnut Sts

Congress Hall

1.7 km

Gallery

Clothespin

850 m

6th Street Between Market and Chestnut Streets

Liberty Bell Center

2.2 km

Nearby

Square

Rittenhouse Square

270 m

Library

Rosenbach Museum and Library

550 m

1650 Market St Suite 5700

One Liberty Observation Deck

570 m

Gallery

Philadelphia Art Alliance

130 m

Restaurants

La Fontana Della Citta

120 m

1701 Spruce St

Monk's Cafe

260 m

264 South 16th Street

Bluestone Lane Rittenhouse Cafe

150 m

1701 Locust Street

Spice Finch

160 m

220 S 17th St

Starbucks

150 m

20th & 1900 Market St

Pietro's Coal Oven Pizzeria

330 m

1714 Walnut Street

The Dandelion

370 m

124 South 18th Street

Tequilas Restaurant

240 m

1602 Locust Street

Pizzeria Vetri

240 m

1615 Chancellor St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

90%

liked the hotel and would stay again

9.0/10

Perfect

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.7

Service

9.3

Dining

9.0

4.5/5 based on 600 reviews

#8 of 89 hotels in Philadelphia based on Tripadvisor

Richard

United States, January 2024

9.2/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms were cute with a nicely updated bathroom. The service was top-notch, from the bellhop to the manager, and I even got the receptionist to come own the door - talk about service! The location was perfect in a delightful area of Philadelphia's city center. The dining experience was a delight, with mouth-watering dishes served. Overall, a wonderful experience with great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cute with a nicely updated bathroom. I even had access to an outside patio!

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional from arrival to check-out. I felt like I had ver night room service!

Location

10.0

The hotel is located in a delightful area of Philadelphia's city center with really good restaurants close by. It's within walking distance of many of Philly's sites.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with mouth-watering dishes. And the best part - it was included in the rate!

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were excellent, and I especially enjoyed the fireplace in the junior suite.

Scott

United States, November 2023

8.8/10

The hotel has a lovely charm with its cute rooms and nicely updated bathrooms. The availability of wine in the late afternoon is a nice touch. However, the antique furniture may not be everyone's taste, and there could be more modern amenities for convenience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are cute with a nicely updated bathroom.

Service

9.0

I was impressed with the service from arrival to check-out. The receptionist even came to my door!

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a quiet alley just aside of Rittenhouse Square, near upscale restaurants and the Art museum.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delightful with fresh squeezed juices of all kinds included in our rate.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch with everything needed for a comfortable stay.

Herman

United States, October 2023

9.4/10

This hotel is a real gem with eclectic rooms featuring modern amenities and comfortable beds, along with access to an outside patio. The service was exceptional, going above and beyond from arrival to check-out. The location is superb, right near Rittenhouse Square, offering easy access to various activities. The dining experience was top-notch with a variety of fresh options. A truly value-for-money stay!

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautifully decorated with eclectic furnishings and modern amenities, and the beds were incredibly comfortable with nice linens.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, with attentive staff ready to assist at all times.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is unbeatable, nestled in a quiet alley just aside of Rittenhouse square and within walking distance of numerous activities.

Dining

9.0

Dining was a delightful experience with a range of fresh options, including delicious udon soups.