celebrating our second century

Welcome to Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square

A Guide to Your Upcoming Stay

We are so glad you have chosen Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square for your stay in Philadelphia and want to make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible. To help you settle in, we invite you to explore this welcome guide, which includes details about our property amenities, services, and local dining recommendations. If you need further assistance, our Guest Services team is available 24/7 to enhance your experience, offering everything from restaurant recommendations and reservations to transportation requests and more. 

Sincerely,
Evan O'Donnell, Managing Director

Amenities

From private film screenings at our on-site cinema to award-winning dining at a.kitchen+bar, our stylish amenities and services make maintaining your lifestyle as seamless as possible.

A.FITNESS

Keep up with your fitness routine at the recently updated a.fitness Technogym, featuring state-of-the-art Technogym equipment that includes elliptical cross-trainers, treadmills, cycles, and weight-training equipment.

A.BUSINESS

If you’re visiting Philadelphia for business, you’ll be able to take advantage of some of our most spectacular amenities. The resident library offers Wi-Fi access and comfortable seating for quiet work sessions. You’ll also have access to our conference and boardroom on the amenity floor.  

A.CINEMA

Cinephiles will most certainly appreciate our sophisticated private film experience. The intimate, seven-seat a.cinema theater is available to all our residents to reserve for personal screenings, business meetings, and a curated weekly film selection of classic and contemporary films specifically chosen by Max Markowitz of moviecritictoday.com. Kick back into one of our oversized, plush-leather reclining seats and unwind with your favorite on-screen entertainment.  

a.kitchen+bar

Located in a prime, upscale spot on Rittenhouse Square, a.kitchen has earned recognition as one of Philadelphia's premier dining destinations. Under the leadership of Ellen Yin and Executive Chef Eli Collins, the restaurant has garnered acclaim for its inventive small plates and refined interpretations of classic American dishes. a.kitchen is celebrated for its exceptional cuisine and its award-winning wine list, named the best in the city by both Zagat and Philadelphia Magazine. a.kitchen was named a James Beard Foundation semi-finalist for Outstanding Wine & Beverage Program in both 2022 and 2024, and Outstanding Restaurant and Chef in 2023 for High Street Hospitality's Ellen Yin. 

Guests can enjoy in-suite dining from a.kitchen+bar delivered right to their suite! 

Services
  • 24-hour front desk 
  • In-suite dining from a.kitchen 
  • Suite Sommelier Program by Frank Kinyon, Sommelier of a.kitchen+bar
  • Same-day valet dry-cleaning and laundering services 
  • On-site Guest Services Team that can provide suggestions and recommendations, and assist with reservations, deliveries, and appointments 
  • Fresh grocery delivery available for placement in your suite upon arrival 
  • On-site management and maintenance 
  • Convenient indoor parking available close by 
  • In-suite massage and relaxation therapy available upon request 
  • Complimentary high-speed Internet access available in public spaces 
In-Suite Amenities

Electronics 

Flat screen television in living room

Flat screen television in bedroom

Cordless telephone with voice mail

Linens

Four full sets of towels per bedroom

One bathmat per bedroom

Four pillows per bedroom

Two robes per bedroom

Kitchen

Stainless steel appliances  

Nespresso Machine 

5 Pc stainless steel cookware set. (1 frying pan, 3 pots, 1 stock pot)

 Stainless steel measuring spoon & cup set

 Pair of scissors 

Comfort grip can opener

Chrome wing corkscrew 

3 pc. chef’s knife set 

3 pc. stain shield storage bowl set 

Solid spoon, slotted spoon, slotted turner, and wide turner tongs 

Cuisinart compact two slice toaster 

Wastebasket 

Colander

Baking sheet 

Wrapped sponge 

Oxo dust pan and brush 

Cutlery tray 

Pyrex glass square & rectangular bakeware set and measuring cup 

Tea kettle

Hand towels 

Kitchen Aid silicone potholders 

Plates, salad plates, and soup bowls 

 Forks, salad forks, dessert spoons, knives, and teaspoons 

Coffee cups with saucers  

Pint glasses

Rocks glasses

Wine glasses

Ironing board with iron 

Hair dryer 

Toilet paper

Tissues 

Dishwasher detergent 

Bath products 

Shoe mitt

Utilities included 

Heat

Hot water

Electricity  

Digital cable with HBO  

Wireless internet service

Local telephone service

*furnishings subject to change

**Housekeeping is provided once per 7 days for stay of 7 to 29 nights and twice a month for stay of 30+ nights.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about parking, check-in times, cancellation policy, or more? Check out our FAQ page for a list of helpful questions and answers about your upcoming stay.

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