This DIGSAU-designed hotel is a delightful and architecturally-pleasing welcome to University City. Located right between Drexel and Penn, the Study caters to professors, families of students, and other visitors to the neighborhood, and features a mix of overnight and extended-stay rooms with study areas and suites. It’s also home to Co-Op, a new restaurant and lounge on the ground-floor.

One of the newest hotels to open in Philly, AKA University City is situated on the top floors of the 49-story FMC Tower on the Schuylkill River. The ultra-luxurious extended-stay suites offer jaw-dropping views of Center City and beyond, and there’s access to the 24,000-square-foot Level 28, a private lifestyle amenity club. It’s already hosted all-star guests like actor and Philly native Kevin Hart. (Booked up? It has two other locations in Rittenhouse Square and Washington Square.)

There’s a reason the Rittenhouse Hotel has some of the highest ratings on TripAdvisor. Not only does the staff greet each guest by name, guests are also handed chocolate covered strawberries and champagne upon their arrival. Located right on Rittenhouse Square, if it's an opulent and luxurious stay you're looking for, it's all about The Rittenhouse Hotel. Didn't travel by car? No problem, guests can be squired around town in the hotel's Jaguar. Suites overlook Rittenhouse Square.

For those looking to stay a little while in Philly, check out Roost Rittenhouse or Roost Midtown Village. These extended-stay hotels aren't your average corporate apartments. They each come with a long list of amenities, including a coffee concierge program, Apple TVs, a cocktail kit, a bikeshare program, and grocery delivery. Plus, each unit comes with such lovely mid-century modern furniture and decor that you'll probably want to move in permanently.

The Sonesta Hotel is located smack dab in the middle of Rittenhouse and Logan Square, and it most recently underwent renovations in 2014, so expect some contemporary flair and furnishings. There are also perks like free passes to Philadelphia Sports Club. But it's biggest claim to fame is that it's home to a 22-story mural by artist Momo.

The Rittenhouse 1715 is a quaint boutique hotel located right off Rittenhouse Square. Housed in three historic townhomes, the hotel is known for excellent hospitality, historic charm, and quaint touches like mismatched china in the breakfast room. The decor, best described as a mix between old and new, features period furniture, sumptuous velvet, and antique chandeliers as well as sleek, modern fixtures in the bathrooms. The suites are particularly spacious (one is even bi-level), and free cookies are available on demand.

Formerly known as the Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel, this historic hotel now goes by Warwick Rittenhouse and is under new management. It's a great option for those looking to stay in a hotel steeped in history. The English Renaissance-style building was built in 1927 and designed by Hahn & Baylinson Architects. It's listed on both the National Register of Historic Places and the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places.

Bonjour! Are you looking for an elegantly decorated hotel in the heart of Center City's bustling shopping and food scene? Then definitely check out the French-inspired experience of the Sofitel near 17th and Sansom Street. Not only will you be greeted in French by the friendly staff, but you'll also enjoy all of the fine dining and shopping that nearby Rittenhouse Square has to offer. But be careful, the beds are so comfortable that you'll want to take one home.

The Touraine is a historic hotel-turned-apartment building in Rittenhouse Square with a long waitlist. But one of units has now been converted into a colorful hotel suite, allowing anyone to book at least a two-night’s stay here. It’s designed to be family-friendly, complete with a fully-stocked kitchen, games, toys, books, and even a Pack N’Play. (Insider’s tip: Residents’ guests get priority booking at a discounted rate.)

Housed in the neoclassical Girard/Mellon Bank building on the southeast corner of City Hall, The Ritz-Carlton oozes opulence through its stately columns, majestic domed ceiling, marble floors and appropriately modern decor. The Ritz is perhaps best known for its club level rooms with sweeping views and luxurious amenities, but every guest is greeted with a complimentary glass of champagne upon arrival. It just recently underwent at $24 million renovation, including the opening of Richard Sandoval’s Aqimero bar/restaurant in the marble-domed lobby.

Le Méridien is located right steps away from the soon-to-be reopened LOVE Park. The hotel is housed in a 10-story Georgian Revival-style building with a private 75-foot-tall atrium and courtyard, offering a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of Center City.

One of Philly’s newest hotels, Aloft Philadelphia Downtown, is located in the historic Liberty Title building. The 181,000-square-foot hotel mixes the old with the new, as evidenced in the lobby off North Broad Street that features soaring windows and ceilings adorned with crown molding. The rooms offer a more modern take, catering toward today’s millennial workforce. There’s work desk in each room, which are equipped with Netflix and Hulu accounts.

If you're looking for a boutique hotel in the heart of one of Philadelphia's thriving neighborhoods, The Alexander Inn in Washington Square West is a great option -- especially for those looking outside of the Broad Street chain hotels. Recently renovated, the hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center, a breakfast buffet and is chock-full of fresh flowers and lovely artwork. Though the rooms are somewhat small, they are well-appointed and comfortable.

In town for a convention? Want to be in close proximity to all the foods of Reading Terminal Market? The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown has you covered: It’s directly connected to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and the rooms in the Headhouse Tower are located right above the market in the historic building.

Housed in the old Philadelphia Saving Fund Society Building, which is widely regarded as the first modern skyscraper in the country, the Loews offers impressive views and boardrooms restored to their original grandeur. We recommend a visit to the hotel's observation deck on the 33rd floor for some absolutely stunning views of City Hall and the rest of the Philadelphia skyline (go at sunrise/sunset). With the inclusion of some original furnishings acquired by the hotel, the decor might be characterized as sleek opulence inspired by the building's past life. Market East may be undergoing a modern renaissance, but the Loews will simply never go out of style.

The Hotel Monaco is part of the Kimpton boutique hotels chain and it's known for its trendy, colorful decor. Mere steps from Independence Hall, Hotel Monaco is also making its name with top-of-the-line customer service and perks: There's a free wine tasting hour every day in the lobby. (Booked up? Try its other location Hotel Palomar in Rittenhouse Square.)

Located in the heart of Old City, this hotel is actually a part of the Best Western chain, but it was built in 1856 as the home to Elliot's Doll Manufacture. It's a great budget option for those looking to be in the historic part of Philly. Perks include free breakfast complete with a waffle iron that churns out waffles shaped like the Liberty Bell and free parking. Plus, you’re directly across the street from the new Museum of the American Revolution.

This new venture from the folks behind Postgreen Homes brings a new “invisible service” concept to Lokal at 139 N. 3rd Street in Old City. There are no concierges, but each delightfully designed room is equipped with a digital guidebook, kitchen, and swoon-worthy furniture and products made by local vendors and makers. The design duo Jersey Ice Cream Co. is the brains behind the building’s design overhaul. Check out the before-after transformation of the historic building here.

Wm. Mulherin’s Sons hotel portion opened in late March, becoming the first hotel for Fishtown. Guests can grab their keys from the restaurant hostess downstairs (the restaurant and hotel are located in a former whiskey distillery). Designed for both overnight and extended stays, the rooms come with fully-equipped kitchens and are pretty much a vintage-lover’s dream. Just book early: There are only four hotel rooms available.