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AKA University City

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel, walk to University of Pennsylvania
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Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Meeting facility
Exterior
Lobby
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking availableParking available
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
The price is £216
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul

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2929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Pennsylvania1 min walk
  • Popular LocationRittenhouse Square11 min walk
  • Popular LocationPennsylvania Convention Center4 min drive
  • AirportPhiladelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)13 min drive
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

  • 1022 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

  • 962 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

  • 1022 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

  • 1022 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

  • 963 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

  • 1022 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

  • 715 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Penthouse (Studio)

  • 520 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 715 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

  • 835 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

  • 835 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Studio

  • 520 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

  • 715 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, Accessible

  • 520 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Philadelphia

AKA University City is located in University City, a neighbourhood in Philadelphia, and is near the airport and near a metro station. Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include City Hall and Independence Hall. Check out an event or a game at Citizens Bank Park, and consider making time for Philadelphia Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania - 1 min walk
  • Drexel University - 4 min walk
  • Rittenhouse Square - 11 min walk
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 14 min walk
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • 30th St. Station - 6 min walk
  • Philadelphia 30th St Station - 7 min walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪World Cafe Live - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosy's Taco Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Post - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬7 min walk

About this property

AKA University City

Upscale hotel near University of Pennsylvania
Close to Drexel University and Rittenhouse Square, AKA University City provides a terrace, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; AKA University City also has a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. In addition to a business centre and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and concierge services
  • Smoke-free property, games and a lift
  • Outdoor furniture, a water dispenser and bike parking
  • Guest reviews say good things about the location
Room features
All 133 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchens, fridges and dishwashers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Games
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Building
  • Built in 2017
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 29.09 per accommodation, per night.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: USD 35.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Property Registration Number 864141

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

AKA University City Hotel
AKA Hotel
AKA University City Hotel
AKA University City Philadelphia
AKA University City Hotel Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Does AKA University City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at AKA University City?

As of 19 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AKA University City on 14 Jul 2024 start from £215.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is AKA University City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at AKA University City?

Self-parking is available for USD 35.00 per day.

What time is check-in at AKA University City?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at AKA University City?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is AKA University City located?

Located in University City, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. Rittenhouse Square and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are also within 15 minutes. 30th St. Station is 6 minutes by foot and Philadelphia 30th St Station is 7 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 389 out of 481 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 481 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 481 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 481 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 481 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very large, clean room, washer/dryer in room, friendly staff, are upsides. Downsides include telephone not installed, wifi not operating in the room, hair dryer omitted, Nespresso machine but no Nespresso, hooks for an ironing board and iron but neither of those. Staff scrambled to fix everything and seemed shocked that these omissions existed. Since the location has been open 6 years now, so am I. It is really too bad, because it is a very nice facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this location was pleasant, welcoming and helpful. Great location, view and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jasmine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sai Tejaswi

Liked: Amenities
I love it
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lissette, Coral Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savita, Noida

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Allentown

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed, great view, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0