Close to University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
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Upscale guest house near University of Pennsylvania
Close to Drexel University, Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance, smart lock
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 350.00 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 915510
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
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Is Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?
This guest house doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia located?
Located in University City, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Museum of Art are also within 2 miles (3 km). 40th St. Station is only a 2-minute walk and 36th St Portal Tram Stop is 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Polar cold AC, ideal for summer time. Good appliances and clean bathroom, clean unit. Super well located with main bus routes at the front door and metro station a block away.
The unit was great, with bright natural lighting and a clear room .
The room and bathroom were well maintained. The airconditioning was on and the room temperature was relaxing for a hot day outside.
Beautiful Big “Clean” rooms. Conveniently located to everything. This is a great find, when I comeback to visit my Son at Penn next month, this is where I will stay.
No frills and easy access to the room. Room was clean and had modern amenties. Location at 40th and Chestnut was perfect. Note there is no hotel staff on site but everything is done via text. I only wish they bad luggage storage after check out but otherwise an amazing stay!
Room was uncomfortably warm and AC would not switch to cool. I opened the window and that helped cool the room. The shower drain was clogged and the water did not drain. Bed and bedding was very comfortable. Complimentary snacks and drinks were very appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Brooke
24 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
No AC.
Room was clean upon arrival. However the heat was BLASTING and we had no control despite there being a temperature “control” panel in the room. We tried to do everything to cool the room but it stayed at 85 each night and it was absolutely miserable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Leslie
9 May 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location and pleasant. Problems: air conditioner condensation dripped all over the kitchen counter and onto the floor, making it unsanitary and unsafe. They need to put a drain in. Also, steep stairs are difficult for me and they were not shown in the site info before booking. Other than this, room was nice. Bathroom was great!
Overall, the hotel was a good value--an attractive room and a comfortable bed in a good location. Access to the room was effortless. Communication was not so good. I tried to ask a question and received no answer. Most of the time, I felt I was communicating with a bot. Also, there was a thin layer of dust on all the surfaces when I arrived. I'm guessing that some repairs were made after the room had been cleaned.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
susan
26 Jun 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This place was unfortunately very disappointing. I chose it for its location and very close proximity to my daughter's dorm building. It is falsely listed on google as a 4-star hotel, when it is really probably a 2-star. I know it was my fault that I missed the fact that this place had no elevator with stairs required for our 3rd floor room. But, these staircases were long and narrow and very difficult with a larger 45-pound suitcase. Our room was a basic one-queen without kitchen. It looked nothing like photos on the webpage. The walls were bare, it felt like an average college dorm room with white bedding. There was paint chipping off, a dent in the bathroom door, the toilet paper holder was half falling off the wall and the rubber seal at the bottom of the shower door was breaking off. I don't know if it was just me, no matter what my teen daughter and I did, we could not get the room temp right with the air conditioning. It was always either too cold, or warm/humid. The good things about this place were that it was clean, there were complimentary water and apple juice bottles in the lobby, and the first floor laundry machines were free. The street the building is on is safe, but it is a rather run-down block just off of UPenn campus. In summary, I probably would never stay here again, but if you are only 1-2 people, traveling light with only small luggage, and aren't too picky about your room temp or the aesthetics of your room, then this place may be ok for you.
The property was as advertised in the photos. Loved the space. The kitchenette was nicely stocked with dishes and a nice little coffee/tea station. . The amenities were thoughtful and helpful. The property is well maintained. My only warning would be: watch the stairs! There are a lot of them and the outdoor stairs can get slippery.