The Rittenhouse Hotel in Philadelphia is a Five-Star Choice

A member of the Leading Small Hotels of the World, The Rittenhouse Hotel in Philadelphia is an elegant and historic hotel located on the city's famed Rittenhouse Square, a quiet, mostly residential area that is close to all the city offers. Rittenhouse Hotel is highly acclaimed, receiving five diamonds from AAA and appearing on the "Best of...'' lists featured in a number of leading travel magazines including Travel and Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler. Simply the Best Magazine dubbed it one of the top 20 hotels in America.

There are 87 deluxe guestrooms and 11 suites at The Rittenhouse Hotel. The guest rooms range from about 450 to 600 square feet and are among the most spacious in the city. Rooms include plush beds with pillow-top mattresses, large flat-screen televisions, spacious desks with WiFi or wireless high-speed internet service, marble bathrooms with oversized tubs and separate showers, hairdryer, shaving mirror, timed heat lamp, and spa-quality bath products. Other amenities might include separate dressing areas, a 13'' television in the bathroom, bathrobes and slippers, and laptop-sized safes.

The suites at the Rittenhouse Hotel are upgraded accommodations for those who require more space and amenities. They include full kitchen, washer/dryer, and whirlpool tubs.

Other onsite services and facilities include twice-daily maid service, car transportation within center city, complimentary morning newspaper, complimentary overnight shoe shine, 24-hour room service, 24-hour concierge staff, laundry and valet, florist services, and much more.

The Adolf Biecker Spa and Salon is one of the city's most prestigious day spas and has continuously been voted one of the best in the nation. It offers a full-line of products and services, making it a complete health and beauty complex. Treatments include massage therapy, skin care treatments like facials, body care treatments including wraps and scrubs, waxing, and a variety of salon services such as haircutting, coloring, manicures, pedicures, and make-up application.

A large fitness facility overlooks the indoor heated pool and outdoor sundeck and includes cardio equipment such as elipticals, Stairmasters, treadmills, and stationary bikes, as well as strength-training machines, free weights, and more. A sauna and steam room is also on site.

The Rittenhouse Hotel's acclaimed restaurant, Lacroix, was named one of the top two restaurants in Philadelphia in 2008 by Philadelphia Magazine. The cuisine is best described as fusion, with influences from Spain, Portugal, Thailand, and Japan but also featuring classic American favorites. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as Sunday Brunch. Guests can book a seat at the Chef's Table for a unique experience.

Weddings at the Rittenhouse are a truly special occasion. The elegance of the hotel makes it a perfect backdrop for a formal affair. The Grand Ballroom can accommodate up to 275 for dinner and dancing and the Mary Cassatt Tea Room and Garden is ideal for pre-dinner cocktails or hors d'oeuvres. Wedding coordinators are available to help with plans.

An additional half-dozen spaces can accommodate business meetings or conferences up to about 300 people. About 8,500 square feet of space is available and an event services coordinator is on staff to help with organization.