Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Room rates are subject to a daily Destination Fee of $19.00 (plus applicable taxes), which includes:

• 24/7 access to state-of-the-art fitness center
• Wi-Fi for unlimited devices
• 2 bottled waters in-room upon arrival
• In-room coffee/tea offering
• $10 daily food & nonalcoholic beverage credit
• Local and domestic long-distance calls
• Exclusive seasonal access to outdoor pool

Enjoy unlimited in and out valet parking privileges at Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square which is adjacent to a covered parking garage. The driveway entrance is located conveniently on the right-hand side of Market Street between 19th & 18th streets, adjacent to the hotel entrance.  

Sunday – Thursday: $54.00 per car per night (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Friday – Saturday: $50.00 per car per night (plus applicable taxes and fees)

Parking rate is in addition to room rate. There are also several “self-parking” garages within walking distance, which are not affiliated with the hotel.   

Nearby self-parking garages near the hotel:

• 36 S. 19th Street
• 1728 Sansom Street
• 1818 Ludlow Street
• 1818 Market Street

**Parking is valet only. Rates are subject to change. Maximum height for vehicles to enter parking garage is 6 feet and 6 inches high. Motorcycles are prohibited. The garage is separately owned and managed. 

We love your furry friends as much as you do. 

Sonesta is proud to invite your cuddly companions and provide special amenities like comfy pet beds, bowls, waterproof mats, and treats at check-in. We’ll greet your pet with an arrival letter outlining our local recommendations for a pawsome stay. 

Sonesta Philadelphia is pet-friendly and welcomes well-mannered pets, with no breed or weight restrictions. Up to two pets are permitted per suite. 

$75 fee per stay applies.

Learn more about our pet policy here. 
 

We strive to make your stay as comfortable as possible and to accommodate the needs of our guests with disabilities. Please contact the hotel if you have any special requests relating to your disability.

The following areas are accessible:

• Public entrance
• Route from the hotel’s public entrance to
  • the registration area
  • the accessible guestrooms
  • restaurants
  • the meeting room/ballroom area
  • the fitness center
  • the swimming pool
  • the business center
• Concierge Desk
• Public restroom
• Restaurant
• Fitness center
• Swimming pool
• Business Center

Additional accessibility information:

• Hotel provides assistive listening devices for meetings upon request
• Hotel has a TTY for guest use
• Guest room TVs have closed captioning or closed caption decoders provided
• Service animals are welcome
• Braille and tactile signage is provided for permanent rooms and spaces
• Hotel employees will read menus and other printed/visual information and provide verbal directions to locations in the hotel to guests who are blind/low vision
• Hotel’s valet parking accepts vehicles specially outfitted for wheelchair users
• Audio/visual fire alarms in common areas

Please contact the hotel directly regarding information about Accessible Guest Rooms.

Starbucks®

We proudly serve Starbucks® for the quick cup of coffee, pastry, or grab-and-go snacks before catching your flight or heading out to explore all the city has to offer.

Dining

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square has two in-house restaurants, the Art Bar and Ruth's Chris Steak House, both located on the lobby level. Located in the heart of Center City, Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is steps away from many of the best restaurants Rittenhouse Square has to offer. Choose from a variety of top rated restaurants from fine dining to local Philly favorites. The great thing about staying at Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, guests are close to everything. Nearby neighborhood enclaves contain great dining, shopping and entertainment, all very close together, so hopping around to a multitude of hotspots can be accomplished by walking, or at the most, by a very short cab ride.

Ask our Front Desk or Concierge staff for information about the local restaurant scene. If you ask us where to find a great Philly Cheesesteak, we know exactly where to find that too! Connect with us so we can answer your questions: ArtBarPhilly@sonesta.com or 215-825-6724.

Check out a list of favorite local restaurants via #VisitPhilly and make sure to visit us at the Art Bar!

ArtBar

Open 7 days a week for Breakfast to Go items. Evening bar service available Tuesday – Saturday.

Hours

• Grab N Go Breakfast daily from 6:30am-11:30am
• Bar opens Tuesday - Saturday 4pm - 11pm

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Experience our in-house restaurant, Ruth's Chris Steak House, located on the lobby level. Ruth’s Chris specializes in serving USDA Prime steaks, each seared to perfection, finished with butter and freshly chopped parsley, and served sizzling on a 500 degree plate. Open and serving guests, dine-in, outdoor seating (heated and covered) as well as convenient takeout and delivery options available. 

Hours
Lunch
Monday – Friday: 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Dinner 
Sunday - Thursday: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

We proudly serve Starbucks® for the quick cup of coffee, pastry, or grab-and-go snacks before catching your flight or heading out to explore all the city has to offer.

ArtBar offers art-infused cocktails and evening small, shared & sweet plates. Located on the lobby level of Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, ArtBar's fresh and contemporary space is the perfect spot for both guests and locals to sip, dine and mingle.

View our Menu:

ArtBar Menu

Hours

Breakfast: 6:30am-11:30am daily

Bar + Light Bites: Tuesday - Saturday: 4 pm - 11 pm  

Sunday - Monday: Closed

Breakfast

Start your morning off right and take advantage of our breakfast to-go. Breakfast items include freshly baked bagels, breakfast sandwiches, fruit and yogurt. Sip on a cappuccino or latte while preparing for your busy day in our sleek and sophisticated setting.

For questions, contact us at ArtBarPhilly@sonesta.com or 215-825-6724.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

At Sonesta Philadelphia, our in-house restaurant, Ruth's Chris Steak House serves the best USDA prime steak in Center City Philadelphia, and we look forward to becoming the city's new favorite hangout. With an entrance located conveniently in the hotel lobby, guests will be able to experience their own special 500 degree sizzle plate and award-winning wine list. Prepare to make any occasion an extra-special one at Ruth's Chris Steak House located in the Sonesta Philadelphia.

Open and serving guests, dine in, outdoor seating (heated and covered) as well as convenient takeout and delivery options. 

Dress Code : Business Casual - Proper Attire Required

Please remove your hat when entering the restaurant. Thank you for not wearing: Gym wear or sweat pants, tank tops, clothing with offensive graphics or language, midriff-baring outfits, or exposed undergarments.

Hours

Lunch

Monday – Friday: 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Dinner 

Sunday - Thursday: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Reservations

Reservations are recommended, please call: (215) 790 - 1515 or contact a member of the concierge staff for assistance. 

Outdoor patio seating and takeout is available.

Looking for a quick and convenient snack on the go? Look no further than the Lobby Market! Our wide selection of snacks and beverages is perfect for anyone who wants a tasty treat without the hassle of a sit-down meal.

From fresh fruit, salads, sandwiches, and granola bars to chips and candy, we've got everything you need to satisfy your cravings. And with our convenient location and easy-to-use self-checkout kiosk, you can grab your snack and be on your way in no time.

So whether you're running errands, heading to work, or just need a quick pick-me-up, stop by the Lobby Market and grab a snack that's both delicious and convenient. We can't wait to see you!
 

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A premier choice among hotels in Philadelphia, enjoy spacious, modern accommodations, amenities and flexible event space while staying in the heart of downtown and only steps away from upscale Rittenhouse Square.

Hotel Highlights

• Over 16,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space, including 16 stylish separate meeting and breakout rooms
• The Wyeth Ballroom can accommodate up to 600 guests
• 439 guest rooms including 25 suites and 1 Presidential Suite
• 2 on-site dining venues
• Seasonal outdoor rooftop heating swimming pool
• Rotating art gallery featuring works from The Center For Emerging Visual Artists

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Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is the perfect venue for conferences, training sessions, meetings and events of all sizes. Contact the Sales and Catering Department for new group events or meeting inquiries.

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The perfect day and a lifetime of memories begin at Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, where exceptional spaces and extraordinary culinary offerings combine to create the ideal wedding venue. Elegant and warm, stylish yet relaxed, and located in the heart of downtown and nearby Rittenhouse Square, are just a few reasons our hotel is one of the best wedding venues in Philadelphia. From the deliciously prepared cuisine and intimate, one-on-one service, Sonesta Philadelphia knows how to take care of every detail and add a few delightful touches of our own.

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Wyeth Ballroom

The hotel’s premier location for memorable wedding receptions and events, accommodating up to 350 guests and encompassing 4,800 square feet of space. The hotel’s Pre-Function space is located outside Wyeth Ballroom and can be combined with the Ballroom to enlarge your event space.

Whistler Ballroom

Perfect for a ceremony, cocktail hour, or smaller reception, the Whistler Ballroom features is perfect for more intimate affairs. 

Wyeth Pre-Function

Located outside of the Wyeth Ballroom, this space is popular for receptions and can be combined with the Ballroom to enlarge your event space.

Testimonials

"...a breeze!"

"Wedding Sales Manager, Kelly Hebert was amazing. She thought of needs we didn't even realize and handled guests requests with ease and charm. She made our otherwise stressful wedding planning a breeze. Thanks!"

- Mr. Alan Kubey, Philadelphia, PA

"I cannot speak highly enough..."

"The entire process was very easy and the staff at the Sonesta were extremely inviting, kind, helpful and an overall a pleasure to interact with."

- Miss Melanie Mark, Philadelphia, PA

"...a wonderful experience."

"Just a wonderful experience. better contract offerings than other hotels. Better price point and experience than other hotels. keep up the good work."

- Mr. & Mrs. Kubey, Tuner/Kubey Wedding, Philadelphia, PA

"...attention to detail..."

"As we got closer to the wedding date, your attention to detail gave us all the confidence that Dana’s wedding would run smoothly and be everything we hoped it be. Your presence on the day of the wedding (and at Sunday’s brunch), overseeing every detail, allowed us to relax and enjoy this most special occasion.

- Joseph and Nancy C., Parents of the Bride, Doylestown, PA

"...truly magical."

"I can’t thank the Sonesta Philadelphia enough for the memories they created for my wedding. From the setting to the food to the reception, it was truly magical."

- Diane P., Bride, Philadelphia, PA