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AKA University City | Hotel in Philadelphia

| 9.2 (879 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
University City Hotel | AKA University City

Hotel in University City, Philadelphia

This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a health club, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, a business center, and concierge services.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
AKA University City offers 133 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Philadelphia hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly.


Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Heating
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer and dryer
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Safe
Breakfast
  • 1 bar
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
Parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 35.00 per day)
  • Electric car charging station on site
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Elevator door width (inches): 42
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Elevator
Activities
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness classes
  • Bike parking
  • Yoga classes
  • Indoor pool
  • Bicycle rentals
Entertainment
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Flat-screen TV
General
  • Business center
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoke-free property
  • Rooftop garden
  • Games
  • Elevator
  • Water dispenser
Guest Services
  • Dry cleaning service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave
  • Laundry facilities
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Terrace
  • Garden

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 available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are available for usd 25.0 per day.
Payment Policy
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.
Pet Policy
Pets allowed for an extra charge of usd 200 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only

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 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

Reviews

Jessica
Aug 21, 2026 08:12:29 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Most amazing staff I have ever met! Very helpful, kind, and caring. The property is amazing especially for those trying to walk to the medical campuses. It’s a safe and nice walk through Penn university. There are also many amenities in and around the hotel - a nice restaurant downstairs, a bodega nextdoor with some food, drink, and grocery quick grabs. A CVS and grocery store a short walk away. Parking is very convenient as well. Again I want to highlight their staff. Always friendly and helpful. I’m a travel agent of 14 years and haven’t met a staff like this before. The in house amenities are amazing as well - in room laundry, kitchens, amazing pool, beautiful gym, and an all day coffee bar - always something for everyone!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)
Room Size: 1022 square feet m2
2 King Beds
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

General

Square meters - 95, Square feet - 1022, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 29, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2, Extra bed count 1
Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library)
Room Size: 962 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

General

Square meters - 89, Square feet - 962, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 27, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)
Room Size: 1022 square feet m2
2 King Beds
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

General

Square meters - 95, Square feet - 1022, Free cribs/infant beds, Number of bedrooms - 2, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 29, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2, Extra bed count 1
Room, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)
Room Size: 1022 square feet m2
2 King Beds
Room, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

General

Square meters - 95, Square feet - 1022, Free cribs/infant beds, Number of bedrooms - 2, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 29, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2, Extra bed count 1
Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library)
Room Size: 963 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed
Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

General

Square meters - 89, Square feet - 963, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 27, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2, Extra bed count 1
Room, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)
Room Size: 1022 square feet m2
2 King Beds
Room, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

General

Square meters - 95, Square feet - 1022, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 29, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2, Extra bed count 1
Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom
Room Size: 715 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

General

Square meters - 66, Square feet - 715, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 20, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Penthouse (Studio)
Room Size: 520 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Penthouse (Studio)

General

Square meters - 48, Square feet - 520, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 15, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom
Room Size: 715 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

General

Square meters - 66, Square feet - 715, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 20, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)
Room Size: 835 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

General

Square meters - 78, Square feet - 835, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 23, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den)
Room Size: 835 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

General

Square meters - 78, Square feet - 835, Free cribs/infant beds, Number of bedrooms - 1, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 23, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Studio
Room Size: 520 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Studio

General

Square meters - 48, Square feet - 520, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 15, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible

General

Wheelchair accessible, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible
Room Size: 715 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible

General

Square meters - 66, Square feet - 715, Wheelchair accessible, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 20, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Studio, Mobility Accessible
Room Size: 520 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Studio, Mobility Accessible

General

Square meters - 48, Square feet - 520, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 15, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Mobility Accessible (Sunset)
Room Size: m2
2 King Beds
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Mobility Accessible (Sunset)

General

Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2, Extra bed count 1

FAQ's

Is this property pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at property?

Check-in time for AKA University City starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, this AKA University City has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in property?

Best-rates for the AKA University City starts from $372 per night with includes Pool, Wheelchair Accessible, Business Services, Guest Services, Internet, Bedding/Linens, Bar, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Heating, Laundry, Parking, Security/Safety, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Toiletries, Child Friendly with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is property a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the AKA University City is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the AKA University City indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for property?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.