Title: AKA University City Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # AKA University City Hotel with an indoor pool, steps from University of Pennsylvania ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/3faafdcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/00f5347b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/300cff86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/6607aff0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/b42e17e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies AKA University City, near Rittenhouse Square and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, offers yoga classes and an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy the coffee shop, relax by the firepit, or explore the garden. Visitors appreciate the attentive staff. 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715 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/794bf454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den) 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 835 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/794bf454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 835 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/794bf454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 962 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/794bf454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 963 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/794bf454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 715 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/00f5347b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Penthouse (Studio) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 520 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/00f5347b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 520 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/4a4eaa13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 1022 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/4a4eaa13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 1022 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/4a4eaa13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 1022 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/794bf454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 1022 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525800/16525772/00f5347b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio, Accessible ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPhiladelphia-Hotels-AKA-University-City.h16525772.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPhiladelphia-Hotels-AKA-University-City.h16525772.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.95175%2C-75.18304&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ttfGMwZ-DuzgF4fUQ86QHJ4wbLo=) 2929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104 #### What's nearby - University of Pennsylvania - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Drexel University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Rittenhouse Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Philadelphia Museum of Art - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - Pennsylvania Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles #### Getting around - 30th St. Station - 6 min walk - 30th St Station - 7 min walk - Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪World Cafe Live - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Post - ‬2 min walk - ‪Rosy's Taco Bar - ‬7 min walk - ‪Walnut Street Cafe - ‬1 min walk - ‪Maison Sweet - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### AKA University City Upscale hotel near University of Pennsylvania Located close to Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Museum of Art, AKA University City provides a terrace, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. Fitness classes and yoga 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 a 24-hour front desk - A water dispenser, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture - Games, a lift and concierge services - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff 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. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - 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 200 per accommodation (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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards Property Registration Number 864141 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AKA University City on 10 Nov 2025 start from £283.12, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-AKA-University-City.h16525772.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is AKA University City pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 200 per accommodation, 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 33rd St Station is 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## AKA University City Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 538 8 - Good 87 6 - Okay 30 4 - Poor 17 2 - Terrible 23 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 9.4/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.2/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 12 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice property. Close to work and amenities ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful place would recommend to everyone ##### Edward Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Aka was excellent as always, everything was great. ##### Matthew Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TERRELL 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Honestly the best view of the city. breathtaking! ##### TERRELL Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johnny 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent Property, Staff, and Location! ##### Johnny Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Deandrea 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love everything, comes with full kitchen. ##### Deandrea Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raeneera 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everyone was pleasant. ##### Raeneera Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arianna 6 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was great, the view was everything. ##### Arianna Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### myla 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The property is very clean and well appointed. I appreciate the safety of secure elevators requiring a room key. Parking is expensive and the hotel.should consider validation. We enjoyed our short stay. We would consider this hotel again based on proximity to the university. ##### myla Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PETRA 22 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay. We had a very comfortable stay. ##### PETRA Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephanie 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great property! We will be back! ##### stephanie Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shenika 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best place to stay downtown Philly ##### Shenika Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chanel 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities always a pleasure ##### Chanel Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 12 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very quiet and serine ##### James Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arcelia 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This stay was a perfecting ending to a perfect day in Philadelphia. ##### Arcelia Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raoul 20 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing This will be my olace to stay every visit ##### Raoul Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele 25 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities loved the amenities ##### Michele Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### NICOLAS 9 Jul 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service I arrived to the hotel a little earlier than check in time and needed a place to change for an event and they were not accommodating at all. ##### NICOLAS Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### amybeth 19 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Modern, clean, nice restaurants/cafe's would go back again anytime ##### amybeth Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zana 9 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a great stay, we loved the amenities, the view, our room and it was a close drive to mostly everything . ##### Zana Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caitlin A 1 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean and friendly. Loved our view and amentities! ##### Caitlin A Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 8 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything is Amazing ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tasha 22 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay! Beautiful space! Very clean. Quiet and peaceful ##### Tasha Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charmaine 16 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities My second stay here and I enjoyed it. Especially the view 😍 ##### Charmaine Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 7 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property and space. ##### Kevin Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Philadelphia-Airport.h23444.Hotel-Information) > > [BN Hotel Thermal & Wellness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mersin-Hotels-BN-THERMAL-SPA.h66104768.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Wroclaw Old Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wroclaw-Hotels-Sofitel-Wroclaw-Old-Town.h693680.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in Ilkley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ilkley-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d4376-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Chelsea Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Chelsea-Guest-House.h6666830.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Barnsley Tankersley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barnsley-Hotels-Mercure-Barnsley-Tankersley-Manor-Hotel.h42105956.Hotel-Information) > > [Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Sonesta-Philadelphia-Rittenhouse-Square.h4470.Hotel-Information) > > [Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Pod-Philly.h37735084.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windsor Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-The-Windsor-Suites.h201099.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Manningtree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manningtree-Hotels.d6144971.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h465743.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Marseille](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marseille-Villas.d179895-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pittsburgh-Hotels-Wyndham-Pittsburgh-University-Center.h3215.Hotel-Information) > > [Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Witherspoon Apartments Center City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Sonder-At-The-Witherspoon.h64559731.Hotel-Information) > > [Bella Vista Resort Hurghada - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hurghada-Hotels-Bella-Vista-Resort-Hurghada-All-Inclusive.h10939060.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Stornoway](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stornoway-Hotels.d3347.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Sofitel-Philadelphia-At-Rittenhouse-Square.h454658.Hotel-Information) > > [Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Canopy-Philadelphia-Center-City.h46227144.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Bruges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bruges-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d6155224-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotel Ollastu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Olbia-Hotels-Hotel-Ollastu.h1265664.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Penang](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Penang-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d2766-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Ingliston Country Club Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishopton-Hotels-Ingliston-Country-Club-Hotel.h6648628.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Wyndham-Philadelphia-Historic-District.h15646.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Kalamaki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kalamaki-Hotels.d6144750.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [easyJet Milan (MXP) to Gatwick (LGW) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/easyjet-from-malpensa-intl-to-gatwick/u2/mxp/lgw) ### Activities > [Things to do in Falmouth Harbour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Falmouth-Harbour.d6025054.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [CairnGorm Mountain](https://www.expedia.co.uk/CairnGorm-Mountain-Aviemore.d6088697.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Chamonix-Mont-Blanc](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chamonix-Mont-Blanc.dx6050949)