Sofitel-Philadelphia
(215) 569-8300
120 S 17th St
Philadelphia,
PA
19103
39.9508
-75.169
Neighborhoods: Center City West, Center City
Reviews & Ratings for Sofitel-Philadelphia
16 reviews
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Wonderful Stay
by gripdxd
October 21, 2008
I stayed here recenty for a 1 night stay and had a great experience with my boyfriend. The room and it's amenties were super nice. The bathroom was amazing, I just wish I had bought bubble bath. We had cocktails at the lounge and it was a chill atmosphere. We had also ordered late night room service and had the Philly Lunchbox, it came with a pint of Ben & Jerrys, it was a sweet surprise..we were expecting just a few scoops. OH and love the big flat screen TV! They held our bags as we checked out and toured the city and the valet guys offered my boyfriend coffee too when he overheard him saying he needed a cup as well. Great experience and very pleased.
- Pros: Bed, Bath, Flat Screen, Big Room, Service
- Cons: It can be pricey, but worth it's value.
Stay Here, Sofitel Philly is Fantastic
by chalklounge
April 27, 2007
My girlfriend and I (seemingly the opener for all of my Citysearch reviews...hmm) stayed here for a night a few weeks back during our weekend sojourn to Philadelphia. We're New Yorkers who wanted to do something different without having to travel far. We settled on Sofitel based on positive reviews both here and on other sites and I literally could not have been more impressed. The staff was delightful from moment one -- from check-in to valet to after-dinner drinks and dessert at Le Bourse. Even the most modest room was beautiful 5-star quality with a luxury bed and bathroom to match. I would literally like this bathroom in my own home, ok? If that wasn't enough, we checked out bags for 5 hours after checkout so that we could walk the city Sunday afternoon. While waiting for valet to bring us my car, the bellhop heard me make an off-hand comment about wanting coffee for the road and he said "would you like me to bring you and your girlfriend a cup?" He proceeded to go to the back halls and emerge with two cups of coffee with all the trimmings, just because he could. It's the little things.
- Pros: Delightful service, great value, wonderful rooms/amenities
- Cons: zero
Beautiful decor with special finishing touches highlights this member of the distinguished French hotel group.
by Contributor
October 05, 2006
The Scene
Upon entering this former site of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, guests take note of the unusual marble and granite floors--designed to resemble a Shaker quilt--that lead up to the blue-granite reception desk. Such details are a precursor to the Shaker traditions reflected throughout the hotel's interior, with its soothing neutral shades and variety of cherry-wood accents.
The Details
The 300 rooms and 30 suites break from the hotel's Shaker decor to combine classic European style with modern comforts, such as air-conditioning, minibars and more. Chez Colette is located on the premises, and delights the palate with French brasserie-style cuisine and equally elegant continental service. Additionally, the hotel's popular cocktail lounge La Bourse features live entertainment. The hotel also offers a sauna and fitness center, and spacious rooms are available for business meetings.
Beautiful Hotel!
by mel85
August 10, 2006
I'm originally from the Philadelphia area, but was back in town for a wedding. Since my husband has never been to Philly, I was quite excited to make it a good experience and show him what an amazing city it can be. The Hotel Sofitel was the perfect choice. The room was gorgeous and spacious (we had a Superior King, I believe). The warm tones and wood accents really made it very welcoming and cozy. Even the bathroom was roomy with very charming touches. The bed was unbelievable, like laying down on a cloud. I think we may have to buy one of the feathertops as our bed at home now seems like a rock in comparison. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, couldn't ask for better service. The location was excellent for exploring the city. It's very close to Rittenhouse Square and the Historic district/Society Hill/Penns Landing was a very quick cab ride away. It's also very convenient to some of the best restaurants in the city. Also, the bar was a nice place to unwind after a day of exploring. I highly recommend the Key Lime Martini. We would go back in a heartbeat and have already decided to look into staying at other Sofitel locations during our travels.
- Pros: Beautiful rooms/Friendly staff/Great location!!!
- Cons: Parking is expensive
Lovely, just lovely
by zahmier
July 25, 2006
I took my boyfriend there back in february and he is still raving about it today. I had planned a weekend for us in Philly and in no way was I disappointed! We had gotten one of their king suites on one of the top floors and everything from the room to the service was wonderful. A plus was the amazing shower with plenty of room and there fab bar/restuarant! Believe me, if your looking for beauty and comfort at a reasonable price, this is it! Oh and their beds had to be sent from heaven itself. The beds are so comfortable that they offer an order catalog so that you can adorn your bed with their comfort. In fact, the bedding was so great, that when we got home, we ordered ALL the bedding for our bedroom and guestroom. This was truely an experience to remember
- Pros: Ambience, Service, Food
- Cons: Location
Sofitel Philadelphia by georgia s. at InsiderPages
Contributor
November 27, 2005
Sofitel Philadelphia was a pretty good hotel. The room rates here are definitely not cheap. The food at this hotel wasn't bad, but it was undoubtedly overpriced. The staff weren't too bad. The location is good. The room wasn't very big. The bathroom was nice. The lobby was pretty luxurious.
unbelievable hotel in downtown Philly
by roadtripper
August 25, 2005
Stayed here Aug. 23rd '05 (midweek) in one of their suites (GET A SUITE; it's not much more expensive!!!!) and was impressed with everything...from check in to check out.
This place is charming, and it has great character. I selected it after reading all the great reviews on this site, and I couldn't be happier. I wouldn't even bother researching other 4-star hotels in Philly, there is no way any others are this good. Stay here, and if you aren't as impressed as I am, I will be SHOCKED.
A+.
- Pros: VERY romantic, employees that care, beautiful rooms
- Cons: NONE
The bed...ohhhhhh the bed!
by mhsouder
August 06, 2005
I think this is my new favorite hotel in the city. As a matter of fact, I'm sitting in my room at the Sofitel writing this review. This is my first stay here, but what was outstanding to me is that once I was in my room, I could hear neither street sounds nor noises from nearby rooms or the hall (I am on the 14th floor). What makes it shine to me, though, is the bed. It's like sleeping on a cloud, with its soft pillows, padding, and comforter. The best rest I've had in longgggggg time. Perfect location near Rittenhouse Square. I would highly recommend it.
- Pros: location, creature comforts, atmosphere
Fabulous!!!
by steph_teaches
June 04, 2005
My husband and I stayed at the Sofitel Philadelphia for our 10th anniversary (6-3-05) and what an experience! The best hotel we have every stayed in. The service was awesome, the suite was absolutely gorgeous and immaculate! We were greeted with a welcome package (Evian water, 3 boxes of chocolates and an anniversary card) that added to the special occasion. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. We enjoyed a breafast in the restaurant and it was superb. Great atmosphere and very romantic! We will never stay anywhere else in the city- we found our place- The Sofitel Philadelphia. We highly recommend it!
- Pros: cleanliness, great staff, spaciousness
- Cons: none
Good place to stay
Contributor
May 21, 2005
Sofitel is a french chain of hotels. The rooms are large, comfortable, clean and generally very quiet. It is in a great location - right near City Hall and only a few minutes from Old City and the Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and Betsy Ross's house. The rooms do not have coffee makers.
