The Franklin On Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel - Philadelphia

$$$$||View on mapPhiladelphia, United States of America1715 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America, 19103|
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The Franklin On Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel - Philadelphia
1715 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America, 19103·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location9.5
Staff9.5
Free WiFi9.3
Cleanliness8.8
Comfort8.5
Who stays here
Couples51%
Families22%
Solo14%
Business7%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location9.5
Staff9.5
Free WiFi9.3
Cleanliness8.8
Comfort8.5
Who stays here
Couples51%
Families22%
Solo14%
Business7%

Boutique hotel with a hidden speakeasy bar in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square

Amenities & Services

Guests at The Franklin on Rittenhouse receive a complimentary continental breakfast each morning and free WiFi throughout the hotel. The 24-hour concierge team assists with dinner reservations and local recommendations. Evening wine and cheese receptions provide a relaxing start to the night, while nightly turndown service includes Molten Brown bath products and Frette bathrobes.

Rooms & Suites

Each guest room at the Franklin at Rittenhouse features individualized décor inspired by historic themes, with names like the Rococo, the Monarch, and the Belle Epoque. Select rooms include electric fireplaces and marble bathrooms with rainfall showerheads. The Rococo suite offers pastel décor and spacious layouts suited for couples.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Franklin Philadelphia sits just off Rittenhouse Square, placing guests steps from the park and the shops of Rittenhouse Row. Historic sites such as Independence Hall and the Benjamin Franklin House are within a 10-minute drive. Public transit is convenient with the Locust Train Station two blocks away, and Thomas Jefferson University is one mile from the hotel.

Dining & Entertainment

Franklin Hotel Philadelphia houses the Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company, a Prohibition-era inspired speakeasy bar hidden behind an unmarked door in the lobby. This bar serves hand-crafted cocktails in a low-light setting with jazz music. The adjacent Franklin Lounge offers a stylish private bar available for event bookings.

Pet-Friendly & Special Touches

Rittenhouse 1715 a boutique hotel welcomes pets with tailored services, including special perks for furry companions. Guests may meet Addison, the hotel's resident dog, who greets visitors in the lobby. The hotel also provides five distinct event spaces for small gatherings, including a stylish private bar.

  • Location: Steps from Rittenhouse Square, near Independence Hall
  • Rooms: 19 rooms with historic decor and individual themes
  • Dining: Hidden speakeasy with hand-crafted cocktails
  • Pet-Friendly: Tailored pet services with resident dog Addison
  • Event Spaces: Five distinct spaces including a private bar

License number: 1013488

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2007
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:24
Former name
Rittenhouse Square Bed and Breakfast
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Rooms and availability

Queen Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed1 King Size Bed
King Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
One-Bedroom King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/Drinks

Bar/Lounge area

Elevator
Pets allowed
Air conditioning

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Franklin On Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 100 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 8.5 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Philadelphia International, PHL

Location

1715 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America, 19103
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1715 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America, 19103
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Square
Rittenhouse Square
100 yd
Libraries
Rosenbach Museum and Library
100 yd
Gallery
Philadelphia Art Alliance
100 yd
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Monk's Cafe
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Bluestone Lane Rittenhouse Cafe
100 yd
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Pietro's Coal Oven Pizzeria
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Tequilas Restaurant
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Pizzeria Vetri
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