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The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel

The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel
The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel – Philadelphia, PA
The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel – Philadelphia, PA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel

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. License Number(s): 00-001283935

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 1001 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great service very nice place

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Convenient location, comfortable bed and quiet, but overall a tired hotel. Windows dirty and did not open which was too bad given A/C often could not cool room. Nice desk person provided a fan, but still room was hot, damp and musty. WiFi spotty. Overall OK but I think there are better options for the price

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Absolutely nothing. Couldn’t shower — mold in there and paint peeling in bathroom and everywhere else. Everything. Couldn’t change the temperature in the room; no Netflix or any streaming service we could use, even with our own account. Only cable.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    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. In this large suite there was not one place to hang any clothes. The hotel provided a few hangers, but not one rod or hook anywhere. Also, our rooms did not have controllers for the a/c so we had to ask for that. And unfortunately our tv could not get reception. We think it was because our room was so far from the router.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Fantastic day from start to finish. The hotel accommodated all of my requests. The location is excellent, with parking across the street and a plethora of fantastic food options nearby.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I loved the attention to detail. The staff was great as well! Nothing. Everything was great.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    I enjoyed my stay at this quaint boutique hotel. The staff was extremely helpful and kind throughout my visit. The hotel is tucked just off Rittenhouse Square on a charming side street, and walking to Walnut Street for shopping and dining couldn’t have been easier. The complimentary breakfast was lovely, and the rooms were tastefully decorated. I truly loved my experience here and plan to stay again anytime I’m in Philadelphia. I would highly recommend it to my friends.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    The women at the front desk were very nice, but other than that, I would never stay or recommend this property.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Comfortable room Bathroom needs improvements—poor drainage and low water pressure

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Love the place and the manager Doug is so accommodating!

  • Engine customer May 2026

    The super location of this hotel and very nice staff.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Neighborhood was great with a lot to do.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Beautiful!

  • Engine customer May 2026

    The location was great ! The staff was helpful and friendly The water in the shower was lukewarm! The windows in the living room area needs shades and could use a full length mirror

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast had nice selection. Room and bathroom were clean. Main complaint was lack of storage space for clothes, and the bedside tables were small.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Excellent location near Rittenhouse Square and good restaurants. Convenient parking lot across the street. Friendly staff.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    It was a very weird stay. I never want to get anyone in trouble so I’ll say is when we were checking in there was a guy we assumed was a crazy homeless man screaming on the phone outside. We were nervous to even go inside because he was close to the entrance. We’re waiting in the empty lobby for about 5 minutes, called out “hello” a few times before finally the man screaming outside came inside. Turns out he was the one who was supposed to check in. We get up to our room and the ac doesn’t work unless you turn it all the way down AND the toilet won’t flush. I know the staff knew about it because the back of the toilet was half off when we got into the room. Overall the property is cute and in a good location but we ended up leaving early because we couldn’t deal with the toilet or the room being either muggy or ice cold. Fails frustrating for spending over $700 for a two night stay but it is what it is.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Staff was helpful and friendly. The speakeasy is a real asset!

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Clean efficient staff. Very quiet , staff graciously mannered

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Excellent location! Spacious, kitchen and sitting area next to the bedroom. Charming building. Couldn't control the air conditioner. Very firm bed. Very loud street noise early in the morning

Frequently asked questions about The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel

Does The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel offer parking?
On-site parking is not listed at The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel. Public parking may be available nearby.
Does The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Philadelphia, see business hotels in Philadelphia.
Does The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa.
Where is The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel is located at 1715 Rittenhouse Square Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. With a Walk Score of 100, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Franklin on Rittenhouse, A Boutique Hotel
  • Philadelphia City Hall 0.4 mi
  • Extreme Championship Wrestling 0.5 mi
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center 0.6 mi
  • Liberty Bell 1.1 mi
  • United States Declaration of Independence 1.1 mi
  • Drexel University 1.1 mi
  • ENIAC 1.1 mi

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