TL;DR
- Exclusive vibe like a boutique MET Gala experience
- Temporary membership gives access to the 14 rooms and suites
- Chic design with art collection and artist-in-residence program
- Facilities for everyone ensure guests always have something to enjoy
- Check prices here
Some people like their vacations like the MET likes its Galas – exclusive. Philadelphia’s Fitler Club, in the oasis-like Fitler Square, is MET Gala level boutique hotel.
Think a slightly more democratic take on the Soho House members-only model. This private social center offers temporary membership to those staying at the club’s 14 available rooms and suites.
A distinctly chic aesthetic further distinguishes the Fitler Club from the established kings of ultra-premium accommodation, leaving your average Soho House looking more than a little old-fashioned.
It’s younger in many ways – a well-curated art collection, for example, is supplemented by an artist-in-residence program.
It’s these little touches that make the Fitler Club feel like Soho’s flirty younger brother.
There’s one way the hotel is not exclusive at all, and it’s our favorite thing about it.
In an entire club that clearly prides itself on giving a range of services, amenities and opportunities, there’s always something to make everyone happy to be there.
What are the rooms like?
- 14 rooms with King, Queen, and suite options
- Stylish decor with black-and-white theme, calming grays, and rich tan accents
- Bathrooms with marble vanities, rain showers, and Grown Alchemist amenities
- All rooms include bespoke furnishings, in-room climate control, minibars, premium TV channels, and daily newspapers
- See each room in detail here
Rooms are undeniably stylish without sacrificing a smidgen of comfort. There’s a black and white theme, with some rich tan tones and lots of calming grays that make the space feel friendly.
You can book a King or Queen room, while suites offer various sizes and feature. All options are roomy and include bespoke furnishings, in-room climate control, well-stocked minibars with complimentary snacks and sodas, premium TV channels, and daily newspapers.
The bathrooms, oddly enough, are a real highlight. They’re expertly fitted with luminous marble vanities, rain showers, and Grown Alchemist bath amenities.
Some suites offer luxurious full baths, and all rooms include a hooded Frette bathrobe you’ll have a tough time taking off.
What are prices like?
And what’s the food like? Any facilities we should know about?
- All-day dining from coffee and brunch to happy hour and gourmet dinner
- Event spaces including meeting rooms, bowling alley, and coworking options
- Fitness suite with lap pool, steam room, sauna, and group classes
- Table games and recreational options for downtime
- Food specials like Prix Fixe dinners and $2 Oysters on Mondays
No matter how plush the bed linens or swanky the vibe, at a place like the Fitler club the amenities are the stunners.
It’s an institution designed around facilities, from all-day dining to an HD golf simulator, because of course there’s a golf simulator.
Food options run the gamut, from early-morning coffee to full brunch, quick midday salad, happy hour, gourmet dinner, and dessert. There’s an all-day menu as well, and endless specials.
A Prix Fixe dinner is the perfect indulgence, or stop in for the $2 Oysters on Monday for a deal.
Event spaces range from meeting rooms to bowling alleys, and there could be a menu for coworking spaces, they have so many.
Do you work best with a coffee? Surrounded by books? In the middle of a laid-back sports bar with a local brew? Choice is yours.
The full-on fitness suite puts one-room hotel gyms to shame, complete with a lap pool, steam room, and sauna.
You can enjoy group classes as well, and many table games perfect for a little bit of downtime.
How is the neighborhood? Anything interesting nearby?
- Riverside location provides calm while still central
- Fitler Square park with antique fountain and low tourist traffic
- Nearby highlights include Mütter Museum, Liberty Bell, Museum of Art, and Reading Terminal Market
- Walkable to Rittenhouse Square and most business districts
- Easy transport with cabs and metro within walking distance
Fitler Club sits riverside, at a gorgeous spot in the center of town that is sheltered from a lot of the rest of the city bustle by sheer will, rather than distance.
This allows for a lovely balance of relaxation and access to Philly’s many highlights.
Fitler Square is home to a charming park with an antique fountain that acts as a main draw to a fairly tourist-free space.
Those who like a little weirdness in their sightseeing should not miss The Mütter Museum, part of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia.
Famed Rittenhouse Square is walking distance, as are most places of business, making it the perfect place for a member’s club, and not a bad spot for a hotel.
Tourism highlights like the Liberty Bell, the Museum of Art and Reading Terminal Market are an easy distance.
The Club is set on a busy street, so catching a cab won’t be difficult. The nearest metro stop is a rather picturesque walk across the river.
And what about the reviews? What did other guests think?
Some things guests liked:
”Incredible facilities, very friendly and helpful staff! The rooms are massive!! Very cool design throughout. But of course the gem is the giant gym with fascinating views over the river – a dream place to exercise!…”
”Forget the Four Seasons this is the premier hotel. Our stay started with an excellent welcome at the front desk but more was to come. The room was amazing and immaculately clean. The service all around is second to none here the staff is beyond amazing. Oh yeah and breakfast was a home run along with our wonderful server. The amenities here are top notch as well you will not find a close 2nd place elsewhere. We will definitely be back….”
Some things guests didn’t like:
”Be careful of the holds they put on your card / cards. It was due to be $250 hold but we had over $1500 held at one point for no reason at all. This was frustrating and I couldn’t get a reply via messenger / booking.com for a while regarding this but Breanna was very helpful in trying to resolve it once she found out. Thank you again to Bre…..”
”The duvet had a large blood stain (!), the shower head fell apart in my hand, the sofa was covered in stains, the floor was covered in long black hairs, and the housekeeper walked into the room early in the morning when I was in the bathroom despite the Do Not Disturb sign…..”
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