The Rittenhouse

The Rittenhouse


The Rittenhouse’s home has had many incarnations. The square on which the hotel is located was named after celebrated Philadelphian David Rittenhouse, and its modern layout was completed in 1913 to the design of Beaux-Arts architect Paul Cret.

At the turn of the 20th century there was a mansion where this historic Philadelphia hotel now stands. Living there were A.J. and Lois Buchanan Cassatt. A.J. was president of the Pennsylvania Railroad and masterminded its extension through to New York City, including the construction of the once magnificent Penn Station. Lois was a strong presence in the city’s social scene.

A.J.’s sister Mary was a renowned painter and printmaker who travelled to France and had work selected and exhibited by the Paris Salon of 1868. In recognition of her remarkable story, Mary is the namesake of our lounge, now renowned the world over for its exceptional Afternoon Tea.

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• Computer
• Fax machine
• Internet access
• Modem jack
• Audio visual equipment
• Computer rental
• Secretarial services
• ISDN
• Notary public
• Local calls
• Long distance calls
• 24-hour front desk
• 24-hour room service
• Airline desk
• Baby sitting
• Car rental desk
• Concierge desk
• Conference facilities
• Currency exchange
• Doctor on call
• Elevators
• Family plan
• Florist
• Health club
• Laundry/Valet service
• Massage services
• Outdoor parking
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Safe deposit box
• Security
• Shoe shine stand
• Spa
• Valet parking
• Wakeup service
• Multilingual staff
• Beauty shop/salon
• Front desk
• Meal plan available
• Lounges/bars
• High speed internet access for laptop in public areas
• Wireless internet connection in public areas
• Ballroom
• Baggage hold
• Pet-sitting services
• Turndown service
• Banking services
• Pets allowed
• Business center
• Business services
• Meeting rooms
• Room only

Virtuoso Rate Includes:

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Daily breakfast credit of $75 per person, for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (credit is non-cumulative)
• $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full, excludes Sunday Brunch)
• Bookings in our Suites will also receive a seasonal gift
• Early Check-in/Late Check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

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