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The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Rittenhouse Square

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Presidential Suite
Senior Room
Lobby
Superior Room | Bathroom
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

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1715 Rittenhouse Square Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
  • Rittenhouse Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Reading Terminal Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Henri

The Henri

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Paquin

The Paquin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Colette

The Colette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Hector

The Hector

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Jane

The Jane

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room

Premier Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room

Traditional Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Room

Romantic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Room

Royal Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Pablo

The Pablo

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Aristocrat

The Aristocrat

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Signature Room

Signature Room

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Senior Room

Senior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Belle Opaque

The Belle Opaque

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Philadelphia

Heart of Philadelphia.A stay at this Center City hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Rittenhouse Square and 2 miles (3 km) of University of Pennsylvania. Reading Terminal Market and Liberty Bell Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rittenhouse Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Pennsylvania - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Reading Terminal Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Liberty Bell Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia University City Station - 3 min drive
  • 15th-16th & Locust Station - 4 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parc Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Capital One 360 Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Schlesinger's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rouge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Rittenhouse Square
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the boutique The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel.

This 4-star Philadelphia hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1911
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel offers 20 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 10 2026 to May 23 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per day
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 7.0 percent will be charged
  • Resort fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Breakfast
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 832073

We should mention

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 734 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upgrade cable tv
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the neighborhood and super friendly staff, very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is served every morning with the freshest pastries and Philly bagels, lox, and toppings! Delicious! Coffee & juices accompany with a French artsy vibe! This hotel is unique and they all smile and greet you, and personally cater to your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable Rittenhouse hotel

My room was very comfortable, quiet, clean. I expected the bathroom to be somewhat small and dated but it was neither. It was clean, spacious, lovely 9 shower with rain shower head. The only negative is a smell that permeates the lobby: not sure what it is nor why it has not been remedied. That’s a small niggle vs the lovely rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aubre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I was slightly bummed about was the bar closing before 10pm. Although it was the Eagles playoff game so I understand that aspect, but I love the bar and was looking forward to a night cap. Otherwise it was a very nice quiet stay, I felt very safe even being close off of the first floor. Staff was lovely and it was very clean and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Shower was broken and impossible to do any early check in and they will charge you 1/2 a day if you are late at check out. Other than that it a was a beautiful boutique hotel with great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small hotel. Delicious breakfast included with reasonable price. Staff is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Corena

Booked for wrong date and cannot get a refund
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Brooklyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Broken shower head but everything else was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great choice

Hotel was charming and location was really good, walking distance from almost everything (art museums, historical part of town / old town, restaurants, shops) and the room was very spacious. Bathroom could use an improvement, and breakfast could have more variety (more fruits options, other non-carb options).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had difficulty getting heating into our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As expected! Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Charming hotel just off Rittenhouse Square. The room was nice with a super comfortable bed. Friendly staff and a complimentary continental breakfast the next morning. I definitely recommend The Franklin.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Getaway in Philly

Nice boutique hotel with friendly and helpful staff. Cocktail bar in hotel is fun, lively and a gem. Also breakfast included is plentiful and impressive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to all attractions and places in the city
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

leonard, State College

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel! So convenient to Rittenhouse square and all of the shopping, history and restaurants. Rooms are a nice size and very comfortable. Staff is super friendly. We love the speakeasy located on the property. They make such delicious cocktails!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona, Bolton

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so friendly and helpful. Travelling alone in a new city I felt very safe and taken care of
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Baltimore

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024