Pennsylvania Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Liberty Bell Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 19 min drive
Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 25 min drive
Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 39 min drive
Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 42 min drive
Philadelphia University City Station - 4 min drive
Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 26 min walk
30th St Station - 27 min walk
Walnut Locust Station - 3 min walk
12th-13th & Locust Station - 4 min walk
13th St. Station - 5 min walk
Restaurants
McGillin's Olde Ale House - 1 min walk
Franky Bradley's - 2 min walk
Woody's - 2 min walk
The Capital Grille - 2 min walk
El Vez - 2 min walk
About this property
Sonder The Witherspoon
When you stay at Sonder The Witherspoon, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Rittenhouse Square and City Hall. Apartments feature bonuses like kitchens and washers/dryers, along with flat-screen TVs and designer toiletries. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall value. Public transportation is just a short walk: Walnut Locust Station is 3 minutes and 12th-13th & Locust Station is 4 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Family friendly
Free crib/infant bed
Kitchen
Refrigerator (full size)
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Toilet paper
Shampoo
Hair dryer
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining room
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV with digital service
Streaming services
Laundry
Washer/dryer
Laundry detergent
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (with limits)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Front desk (limited hours)
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
184 rooms
Traditional architecture
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Property Registration Number 914718
Frequently asked questions
Does Sonder The Witherspoon offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonder The Witherspoon does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sonder The Witherspoon?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sonder The Witherspoon?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Sonder The Witherspoon.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonder The Witherspoon?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Does Sonder The Witherspoon have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.
What's the area around Sonder The Witherspoon like?
Sonder The Witherspoon is a short 3-minute walk from Walnut Locust Station and 9 minutes' walk from Rittenhouse Square. Our travelers say the local area is very central.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Nov 19, 2024
It was ok
I love the sonder. This wasn’t my first time but the bathtub was clean, the bath towel smells mildewed as well as the water in the sink was not going down
tonya
tonya, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 17, 2024
First Sonder
My first stay at a Sonder property, and it took some getting used to. The room itself was quite nice and well-equipped, and the location was near lots of worthwhile attractions. My room was directly on the street, and it was noisy on Fri/Sat nights till quite late. Earplugs were provided on the nightstand, though.
Customer service was indifferent, but ... that's not really what you're paying for at Sonder, i think.
I'd probably stay here again.
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2024
Verified traveler
3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
Cute little apartment
This is the second Sonder apartment that I have stayed in. Its clean has all you need to cook and do your washing. It is located near to the city centre so was a bit noisy but, ear plugs and a white noise machine were provided so not an issue. Will stay again on my next trip.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 5, 2024
Check in on Saturday afternoon and the TV and streaming system was non-functional. Discussed this with the front desk Saturday, again on Sunday, again on Monday and again on Tuesday. Checked out late Tuesday and it was never even checked and certainly it resolved. Pretty unsatisfactory. The rest was good.
John
John, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2024
Was in a great location. Alot of things to do with in walking distance. Also other options if you dont wanna walk close by. Was in town for the Football game. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Had a great 4 days in the city. Did alot of site seeing because it was all so close.
Joseph
Joseph, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Tyler
Tyler, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Excellent location, great facilities, spacious and comfortable- would definitely stay again
Andrea
Andrea, 6-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Nice and airy with the large windows, corner unit. Great location in the city center. Would definitely stay there again.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Very nice room
The room was very nice and a great price. We were on the first floor and there was a lot of street noise. They did provide earplugs and a noise machine.
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
David
David, 5-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
Sold on Sondor
I tried the Sonder Hotel, which I had never heard of, because most of the hotels in Philadelphia were booked. The hotel was great. The apartment was tastefully decorated, kitchen fully stocked, clean, bright and very comfortable bed. It was easy to make the reservation and access the room. My only complaint is the couch in the living room was very uncomfortable. I also had some trouble watching network TV on the Roku TV. I will definitely stay at a Sonder Hotel again.
Linda
Linda, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Raja
Raja, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Verified traveler
3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 27, 2024
Fancy bachelor Pad feel
The building has some cool amenities and is very updated and clean. The apartment was beautiful upon first entry but then… we realized it was empty. The living room had a couch but no chair - which created some weird open space that was fine but felt unfinished. The bedroom was kind of silly actually because there was nowhere to set our luggage… no luggage caddy, no dresser, just floor space. We stayed in a pretty sketchy place in Baltimore the night prior to chucking in at Sonder and even they had luggage caddies AND a dresser/counter top to set our luggage. I won’t set it on the bed because those little wheels have seen some pretty gross things I’m sure rolling through airports and the streets, etc. I included some pictures of what our bedroom looked like - felt like we just moved into our first apartment and hadn’t purchased any furniture yet.
Also, we love Roku- have it at our house BUT in “guest mode” we weren’t able to log into some of our apps and we didn’t have the pin to get out of guest mode, so that was frustrating. Also there wasn’t regular TV which was disappointing because hotels usually always have a nice little TV option and with the Roku only it wasn’t quite the same.
I would probably stay there again BUT our particular unit needs a dresser or luggage caddy.
Julie
Julie, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
Great center city location. Very deceiving. It is great inside! Our room was large, had a kitchen, living room and king sized bed. This will be our go to place in the future!
WALTER
WALTER, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 25, 2024
We arrived late at first night and next morning our toilet was clogged. Called the U.S. customer service number and got the answer “the problem will be solved in 12 hours.” So we asked for changing room and she said this problem is fixable so room change is not allowed. At least a staff showed up in half hour to fix. He was very nice but off-site customer service was terrible, they need a better way for both internal and external communication. In the end, It’s not a big deal but while I hearing the customer service response, I felt trip was ruined.
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3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 21, 2024
The check in instructions could be a lot more clear. The email isn’t mobile optimized which would help since most people are reading it on their phones.
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Miguel
Miguel, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
Classy condo apartment with self-check-in
This was a lovely apartment in a great building in a great neighborhood. It was very convenient to my business meeting in downtown, and there superb local restaurants open nearby late on a Tuesday night for dinner.
The bedding was especially comfortable.
Note that Sonder does use online check-in and provides code numbers for access to the building and your room. There was, however, a live person at a front desk every time I passed through the lobby. There is also a nice lobby area and a recreation room available.
Based on this property, I would not hesitate to consider a Sonder property in the future.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 18, 2024
The property was clean and stocked for self-serve of extra items (like towels). We liked not having to keep track of keys or cards to get into the building and the room. The Club Room was a nice place to hang out and have a cup of coffee. It was handy have a kitchen in the room. The bed was comfortable; the pull-out couch was less so, but still serviceable. There was VERY LOUD noise from the bar down the street and car traffic. (Foam ear plugs were provided). Would stay at a Sonder property again.
Verified traveler
5-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 16, 2024
Desiree
Desiree, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 14, 2024
Everything was perfect except for the nose from the street.
Klaus
Klaus, 5-night trip
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General property information
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