After a considerable amount of research before traveling, we determined the Sofitel was the best balance of cost, location, reputation and quality. That said, be prepared for an above adequate experience at best. We recently enjoyed a stay at the Sofitel in Manhattan which was exquisite. The Philadelphia location does has the French charm and elegance and we found the... more

This hotel is absolutely fantastic. Everything you'd expect from a top-notch hotel. It is basically just shy of a Four seasons/Ritz type place. But the great thing is that it's about 33% of the cost of a Four Seasons/Ritz. I got a rate of $180 on the hotel website. It's in a great downtown location by Rittenhouse Square with easily... more

Stay here in aug 2008 during an east coast visit with my family.Excelent hotel,with excelent staff and and great rooms!I never have such a great bed like this one in Sofitel Philadelphia!Front desk and concierge are excelent and do a great job!CONGRATULATIONS! Location is a very good one in the very central of Phili!Shoping area and landmarks are walkable distance.A... more

Stayed at the Sofitel at the end of July for three nights, while on business in Philly. Hotel is very comfortable and, as has been stated within other reviews, the rooms are spacious with great beds! The walk in showers are also a plus. I had an issue on my first night due to a foul smell in the room... more

I'll start with a small qualifier: I didn't pay for my stay here (work did), so I might be slightly less enthusiastic if I had had to pay the steep rates. Yet, it seems the amenities and service match the price. The service was all top notch. Maids come twice a day, concierge is very friendly and other staff are... more

Booked 2 rooms for a 2 night stop-over on the way to LA, chosen based on Trip Advisor reviews. Whilst this was one of the best and well appointed hotels we stayed in during our holiday, that was expected and there were too many problems and niggles to rate it any higher. Main problem was confusion with the booking. Having... more

I booked a one night stay with my husband and baby at the Hotel Sofitel on the recommendation of the previous reviewers here at Trip Advisor. I've never been steered wrong with the advice, except this time. I booked a higher rate for a king sized bedroom, complete with breakfast and a late checkout. I anticipated a relaxing stay. The... more

Stayed here for 3 nights early July. The hotel is in a really nice part of Philly. Walnut street (for shopping) is right round the corner, and there are loads of bars and restaurants nearby to choose from (Highly recommend Monks and the black sheep). The reason I gave the Sofitel 4 and not 5 stars ? There was a... more

A little more low-key than Sofitel NYC, but that's likely the difference between Philly and The Big Apple. The staff is outstanding, the rooms are modern and clean, and the location -nearest to weekend shopping and dining - is superb. Great price / quality ratio. (Things to do nearby: visit Parc - the Paris-bistro facing Rittenhouse Square. Tria - the... more