AKA Rittenhouse Square

4.0 star property
VIP Access

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Exterior
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Rittenhouse Residence) | Living area | 55-inch TV with cable channels
Lobby
Room (Platinum Residence) | Frette Italian sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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135 South 18th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103
  • Place, Walnut Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rittenhouse Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Platinum)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Residence)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Den)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum with Library)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room (Platinum Residence)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom (Platinum)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Penthouse)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Rittenhouse Residence)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

AKA Rittenhouse Square

A restaurant, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a business centre, concierge services and dry cleaning. Limited housekeeping is available.
AKA Rittenhouse Square offers 78 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and down duvets. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

AKA Rittenhouse Square's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Rittenhouse Square. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast offered for a fee
  • Services include free food shopping service, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Rittenhouse Square and 14 minutes on foot from Pennsylvania Convention Center
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A fitness centre, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly AKA Rittenhouse Square.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Philadelphia hotel.

Guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee.
A.kitchen – On-site restaurant.
A.bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
A complimentary food shopping service is offered and room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 33 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 15 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • a.bar
  • a.kitchen

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 12 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 29.09 per accommodation, per night.
  • A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 30.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 33 per night (75 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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/debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number 357998

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AKA Rittenhouse Square Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 396 out of 544 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 544 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 544 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 544 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 544 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and beautiful rooms, comfy bed, friendly and thoughtful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff at front desk (Juliet) was warm, friendly, knowledgeable and the restaurant on site was terrific. A unique menu, wonderful staff. Parking though we had to walk in wind and rain was convenient enough.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, amenities, room was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, comfortable bed and chairs, very helpful staff, nice amenities, everything in the room worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We eventually got seated at the bar and it was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service. The room service food was phenomenal as they let you order from the restaurant downstairs. The room was gigantic and very comfortable. Staff were all very nice and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yaoting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was top notch!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great customer service! Spotless room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is incredible.The rooms are beautiful and it's always awesome to stay at AKA.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yaoting

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this gem of a hotel. Parking is a bit of an issue but otherwise all great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We will definitely be back! Great location, staff friendly and helpful! Tip top facilities. Restaurant and bar - great!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Manny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, staff were great, rooms were spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gladiola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend staying at this property it was very nice and perfectly located.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
always love coming back to stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at this property! The room was gorgeous. Staff was extremely nice and helpful. Bar and restaurant downstairs have tasty options. The location is great with the Saturday market right across the street and walkable to everything downtown. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Very nice stay

Large rooms and easy & friendly check in/out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff (Tina) was friendly, pleasant and professional. Also Bartender at AKA bar Emily was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t realize we had booked a Penthouse room. It was HUGE! And beautiful. Only strange thing was there was only one bathroom even though it’s a 2 bedroom “apartment “. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent suite-lots of room and nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025