The centerpiece of Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts, The hotel is located at Ten Avenue of the Arts in the landmark Girard trust Company Bank Rotunda and Tower. Originally built as The Girard Trust Company and home to the Girard Bank. McKim, Mead and White, who are also known for Boston's Symphony Hall, Columbia University and the Washington Square Arch in New York, designed the building between 1901 and 1904. Actual construction took place between 1905 and 1909. The tower was further modified in the 1930s. The current design merges past and present with elegance and sensitivity and has been completely renovated to suit the needs of today's traveler.
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The centerpiece of Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts, The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia is located at Ten Avenue of the Arts in the landmark Girard Trust Company Bank., Our lobby renovation and restaurant construction will occur January 2, 2008-May 19, 2008. The Grill will remain open and the Vault will serve light fare in lieu of the lobby lounge
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Location. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia is located on the Avenue of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pa. This property faces City Hall and stands three blocks from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. Hotel Features. Masterfully restored since its former use as a bank, The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia retains original woodwork, marble, and brass fixtures that add historic reference to more than $2 million in artwork and antiques. The opulent lobby is crowned with a 140-foot-high dome. Chef Ripert's culinary creativity is reflected in dishes served at 10 Arts by Eric Ripert. This restaurant serves regional American fare with an emphasis on organic and local products. Cocktails and light dining selections are prepared at 10 Arts Lounge. More than 26,000 square feet of function space accommodate events. Wireless Internet access is available in the hotel's public areas, for a fee. A 24-hour business center is staffed during business hours. Recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center outfitted with television-mounted cardiovascular equipment, weight-training machines, and free weights. The Richel D'Ambra Spa & Salon offers skin and nail care, massage therapy and beauty treatments. Massage treatments include aromatherapy, hot stone, reflexology, sports and couple's therapies. Guestrooms. The 31-story Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia offers 300 guestrooms furnished in turn-of-the-century style. Views include City Hall, the Avenue of the Arts or the shopping district. All rooms provide wireless Internet access for a fee, flat-screen televisions and CD players. Beds are dressed with featherbed-topped mattresses, 300-thread count linens and down comforters. Marble bathrooms feature granite vanities and terrycloth bathrobes. Room amenities include bath menus, twice-daily housekeeping attention and butler services. Expert Tip. Philadelphia Bath Experiences, available for fees, include the sandalwood-scented General Washington Bath complemented with a snifter of cognac. Young guests may request the Ben and Me Bath that features a story, a mouse toy and cookies.
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