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AKA University City

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Rittenhouse Square

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Flat-screen TV
Lobby
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
  • Place, University of Pennsylvania
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Drexel University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 715 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

  • 835 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

  • 835 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

  • 962 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 715 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Penthouse (Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

  • 1022 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

  • 1022 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

  • 1022 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1022 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Accessible

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

  • 715 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Sunset)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Philadelphia

University City stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this University City hotel, you'll find Drexel University and Rittenhouse Square. Also, University of Pennsylvania is within half a mile (1 km) and Pennsylvania Convention Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Drexel University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Franklin Field - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rittenhouse Square - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • 30th St. Station - 4 min walk
  • Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 7 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 17 min drive

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

4-star hotel near Rittenhouse Square
AKA University City offers its guests an indoor pool and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. AKA University City also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Philadelphia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 133 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2017
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • 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 available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 200 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 29.09 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 864141

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

How close is AKA University City to the airport?

AKA University City is 9.5 mi (17-min drive) away from the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AKA University City on Apr 8, 2026 start from $301, 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.

Does AKA University City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at AKA University City.

Does AKA University City offer free breakfast?

AKA University City does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at AKA University City?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rivers Casino (8-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (8-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at AKA University City?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at AKA University City?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 35.00 per day.

Does AKA University City have a pool?

AKA University City features an indoor pool.

Does AKA University City have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does AKA University City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is AKA University City to downtown Philadelphia?

AKA University City is 1 mi away from Philadelphia.

AKA University City Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 574 out of 743 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 743 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 743 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 743 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 743 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nashyia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Otis

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

S.M.

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had issues when checked in our room, the staff fixed it quickly with an upgrade. Everything was clean and the amenities were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadya

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jayden

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asseel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was great, friendly and courteous and very helpful. The room had an incredible view and I enjoyed watching the city lights at night and the sunset and also the sunrise is very beautiful and calming. There are some minor things with the room that I found very disappointing one of the lamps in the second bedroom did not have an on-off switch. I had to keep unplugging it from the wall and plugging it back in the dimmer on off, which seems to have been removed from it. Also, the dispenser for the soap did not work. The pump was broken. I had to unscrew the top. The other thing that I found most disturbing in the room was the sound of the HVAC unit clicking on and clicking off throughout the night I heard this noise through the vents and it woke me up every time the bed was somewhat uncomfortable, and the pillow is not firming enough for my liking one of the TVs had its cord unplugged from the back of the TV and did not function until I had to plug it in there are a small things like this that presents the hotel in a bad light during a stay. Lack of attention to details the towels and bathrobes were extremely nice the shower, water, pressure and sink water pressure was strong and I enjoyed that a lot.
Coffee station and kitchen
Microwave oven and kitchen
View from Main living area
Sunset view from second
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great amenities and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whislyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely stay here again whenever I’m in Philadelphia. Very convenient walk from the Amtrak train station. Clean rooms. Pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Zhige

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD, ROCHESTER

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarikka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karim

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anike

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suyapa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janee

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siddhartha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

elisabeth, hallandale

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great views of Philly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025