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AKA University City

Property class: 4
Hotel with indoor pool, near University of Pennsylvania

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Located near Rittenhouse Square and the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art, AKA University City offers a warm welcome with yoga classes, a coffee shop/cafe, and an indoor pool. Relax by the firepit or stroll through the garden; previous guests have praised the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Health club
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Washer/dryer
The current price is CNY1,614
CNY2,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

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(3 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

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  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse (Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

  • 95 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

  • 95 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Room, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

  • 95 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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  • 95 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Studio, Accessible

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Sunset)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

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2929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Drexel University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Walnut Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Franklin Field - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 17 min drive
  • Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 39 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 43 min drive
  • Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 47 min drive
  • Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 53 min drive
  • Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 7 min walk
  • 30th St Station - 7 min walk
  • Philadelphia University City Station - 11 min walk
  • 30th St. Station - 4 min walk
  • 33rd St Station - 9 min walk
  • Penn Medicine Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Maison Sweet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Walnut Street Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪World Cafe Live - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rosy's Taco Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

AKA University City

AKA University City puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Drexel University and Rittenhouse Square. You can splash around at the indoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A health club and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include washers/dryers and refrigerators. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: 30th St. Station is 4 minutes and 33rd St Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 133 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 35.00 per day)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2017
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 42
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washer and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 29.09 per accommodation, per night

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 35.00 per day

Policies

Long-term renters welcome.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 864141

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, AKA University City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at AKA University City?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at AKA University City?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at AKA University City?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 35.00 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at AKA University City?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at AKA University City?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rivers Casino (8-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (8-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at AKA University City and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes and yoga. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a health club and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near AKA University City?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does AKA University City have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

What's the area around AKA University City like?

AKA University City is a short 4-minute walk from 30th St. Station and 13 minutes' walk from Rittenhouse Square.

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Reviews

AKA University City Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool on the 28th floor offers stunning views and a comfortable temperature, making it a great place to relax. (14 reviews)
  • The gym offered a great workout experience with fantastic panoramic views of the cityscape. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the nearby cafe was delicious and the service was friendly. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place! Very clean and beautiful view
Mar'kasia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful rooms and views
Victoria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel. Nespresso machine was a great surprise
Susan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean , staff was nice
Charles, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff service was inconsistent
Carter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, staff was excellent. The views from the room, gym and pool are amazing
Kenneth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Better than expected. Huge room with walk in closet and separate living room. Great service from Nekaya at the front desk and Fren/Fran? in housekeeping. Attached restaurant has great coffee and food. Views are amazing (ask to face water and UPenn. Attached parking garage where rates are just ok. Amenities are the highlight with a gorgeous huge resort style pool, outdoor lounge area with fire pit, gym and cinema.
Stacy, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great amenities and location
Nicole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

From the check in with Rihanna to check out, everything was perfect! Room was gorgeous and clean! Amenities were so a plenty! We got lucky because there weren’t many guests at the time so it was very calm and quiet, felt extra luxurious! Can’t wait to stay here again very soon! So happy we found AKA!
Johanna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We had issues when checked in our room, the staff fixed it quickly with an upgrade. Everything was clean and the amenities were amazing.
S.M., 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The AKA is the upscale spot in the city where you need to be. Clean
shante, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I will definitely stay here again whenever I’m in Philadelphia. Very convenient walk from the Amtrak train station. Clean rooms. Pleasant staff.
Whislyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious and comfortable room; excellent customer service; easy parking; easy to walk to restaurants; safe.
Deniz, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Adriana, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

great views of Philly!
Sara, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient, but expensive for what it is. This was 6th or 7th stay in 4 years. Parking super expensive. Units vary in how run down they are.
Deniz, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place would recommend to everyone
Edward, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes
Greg, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the suite, with kitchen, washer-dryer and large size. Room was sootless, with a great view.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We have stayed at many hotels in Philly and this hotel ranks near the top. It’s an oasis of tranquility near everything. The amenities are 28 floors above the hustle and bustle of the city below. Even during peak times, it feels like a private escape with a one-of-its-kind swimming pool, a cinema, and a spacious fitness center with breathtaking views of the city. Love this hotel!
JOSEPH, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great place, close to a wedding venue. The view of the city was spectacular. We had a great stay. The only thing that would have been helpful is for them to provide information upfront that there’s not really a valet parking option available and there are no bell captains that can help with our luggage.
Siddhartha, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice property. Close to work and amenities
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

always a pleasure when i stay at the AKA
Chanel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

always an amazing stay at the AKA
Chanel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous place!
Jennifer, 1-night trip