Right off of Rittenhouse Square, The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel is a 4-star luxury hotel located within minutes of Septa subway, bus, and trolley stops. The ensuite rooms have flatscreen TV, iPod docking, air conditioning, toiletries, safe, bathrobes, and free Wi-Fi. The Presidential Suite also includes a bar and fireplace. Parking for The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel is available at a nearby garage for a daily fee. There is complimentary tea and coffee in the lobby, which is open round the clock. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available. Continental breakfast, and evening wine receptions, are complimentary. Dining options are nearby Kimmel Center is a ten minute walk. The Philadelphia Convention Center is one mile. The Academy of Natural Sciences, and The Franklin Institute are less than a mile on foot. Walnut Street Theater, and Reading Terminal Market, are within 20 minutes of walking. Old City is 25 minutes by public transit.
Rittenhouse 1715 is located in a lovely Philadelphia neighborhood that puts you right near public transportation, and a lot of local sights accessible by walking. You can easily explore the city's markets, shopping, cultural venues, and eateries, and just enjoy people watching and architectural views.
The staff are quite friendly and fun, and have upbeat, welcoming personalities that shine through. They're very attentive, and try to provide as many little details as possible that will enhance your stay. Their laid back yet professional demeanor are a lovely plus.
The breakfast is tasty and filling, complemented by the hot beverages that are always available. Wine and cheese receptions are a nice touch, and add to the boutique atmosphere and warm reception that make this a great base for experiencing the city.
It's an unfortunate downside that the thin walls make you feel like there's little privacy between you and other guests. Although the rooms are delightfully decorated and cozy, they're also smaller than expected for the pricing and atmosphere.
Attempts at creating a setting that plays well off of the Rittenhouse neighborhood's luxury reputation fall short here. Many guests have found more opulent accommodations at or below the same pricing at other hotels, in and out of Philadelphia. The ideas and potential are there,just not fully realized.
No other negative opinion has been expressed by the guests about these accommodations.
No, The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel doesn’t offer pool areas.
No, The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel doesn’t allow pets.
No, The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel doesn’t provide parking.
The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel is located in 1715 Rittenhouse Square Street, 19103, Philadelphia, USA.
The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel Nearby attractions include Garden Court, Second Bank of the United States, Center City, Kensington, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia International Airport, 30th Street Station, Spring Garden.