The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Free Wifi

10

Located 2 blocks from the Locust Train Station and the historic Rittenhouse Square, this boutique hotel features 24-hour concierge service, nightly turndown service, and rooms with plasma flat-screen TVs. The accommodations at Rittenhouse 1715 are equipped with free Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations. They offer traditional décor and marble bathrooms. Some rooms are furnished with fireplaces. Tea, coffee and pastries are served daily at this smoke-free Philadelphia hotel. The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company hides behind an unmarked door through the lobby, it caters to a crowd that favors dark corners, low light, Coltrane tunes, and come-hither cocktails. The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Thomas Jefferson University and the Benjamin Franklin House are one mile from Rittenhouse 1715. Independence Hall is less than 10 minutes away by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

Property highlights

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

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Christie
United States United States
“The rooms were clean and included snacks and toiletries. I loved the charging stations on the bedside tables. The beds were very comfy and soft. The bathrooms had really nice, vintage looking tiles and a beautiful shower. The nespresso machine in...”
Rebecca
United States United States
“This boutique hotel is charming and comfortable, with kind, helpful staff. The continental breakfast was good, with excellent service. It's in a great location, walkable to parks, good restaurants, museums and more.”
Reynolds
United States United States
“Great service amazing venue. Would stay here again without a doubt.”
Nancy
United States United States
“The location and staff were great. Our room was not in the main hotel, which felt a little weird. Especially since we were given a two room suite, when all we needed was a standard hotel room.”
Kesha
United States United States
“I loved the attention to detail. The staff was great as well!”
Elizabeth
United States United States
“Excellent location! Spacious, kitchen and sitting area next to the bedroom. Charming building.”
Gregory
United States United States
“The location was great. The staff was very good, really nice. We got firmer pillows we asked for. The shower was fantastic! I wish I had that pressure at home! Great coffee.”
Anthony
United States United States
“A Wonderful hidden jewel. Normally we stay at the Four Seasons , Ritz or any of the highly rated hotels. The Franklin was an exceptional find for us.”
Kari
United States United States
“Staff was great. Room was beautiful and bed was comfy. Hotel was noisy at night.weekdays were better than weekends,”
Dianne
United States United States
“Location was great. Charming historic building. Cute lobby dog! Nice continental breakfast”

Hotel area info

Amenities of The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Crib upon request
Free

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Early check-in is available upon request, subject to availability, and may incur a fee that varies depending on the time of arrival.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

License number: 00-001283935

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