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Cameren
24 May 2026
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Cameren
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
AKA University City
4.0 star property
Upscale Philadelphia retreat where guests practice yoga near the indoor pool, unwind by the firepit, or simply relax in a space where wellness and culture converge
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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.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Air-conditioning
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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- 66 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
4 reviews
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- 78 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den)
- 78 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library)
- 89 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 89 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 66 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
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- 48 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
- 48 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)
- 95 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 2 King Beds
- Free Wi-Fi
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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)
- 95 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 2 King Beds
- Free Wi-Fi
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Room, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)
- 95 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 2 King Beds
- Free Wi-Fi
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Room, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 95 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 2 King Beds
- Free Wi-Fi
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Studio, Mobility Accessible
- 48 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible
- 66 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Mobility Accessible (Sunset)
- Sleeps 4
- 2 King Beds
- Free Wi-Fi
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About the area
Located in University City, a neighbourhood in Philadelphia, AKA University City is near the airport and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rittenhouse Square and Fairmount Park, while Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Zoo are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Citizens Bank Park, and consider making time for Mann Center for the Performing Arts, a top attraction not to be missed.
2929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
What's nearby
University of Pennsylvania1 min walk - 0.0 km
Drexel University3 min walk - 0.3 km
Walnut Street3 min walk - 0.3 km
Rittenhouse Square13 min walk - 1.1 km- Franklin Field8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
- 30th St. Station4 min walk
- Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station)7 min walk
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)17 min drive
Restaurants
- Walnut Street Cafe1 min walk
- Starbucks7 min walk
- World Cafe Live2 min walk
- Maison Sweet1 min walk
- Rosy's Taco Bar7 min walk
About this property
AKA University City
- Upscale hotel near Rittenhouse Square
- Located close to University of Pennsylvania 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 smoke-free property
- Outdoor furniture, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
- Games, a lift and a water dispenser
- 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.
- Other amenities include:
- LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
- Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
- Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
- Kitchens, fridges and dishwashers
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site (USD 35 per day)
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
Things to do
- Fitness classes
- Games
- Health club
- Indoor pool
- Yoga classes
Family friendly
- In-room kitchen
- In-room microwave
- In-room refrigerator
- In-room washing machine/dryer
- Indoor pool
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping on request
Business services
- Business centre
Outdoors
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible business centre
- Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
More
- 1 building
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Built in 2017
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Rooftop garden
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Freezer
- Hob
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- 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
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 are 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
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
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:
- 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
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does AKA University City have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
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 15-minute walk of Drexel University, Rittenhouse Square and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. University of Pennsylvania and Fairmount Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). 30th St. Station is only a 4-minute walk and 33rd St Station is 9 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
AKA University City Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 777 reviews
10 - Excellent
598
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 777 reviews
8 - Good
97
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 777 reviews
6 - Okay
34
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 777 reviews
4 - Poor
21
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 777 reviews
2 - Terrible
27
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
10 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, great accommodations, quiet. My only complaint, no fault of anyone, was the on site restaurant being closed both days/nights of my stay.
Jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles
26 Jan 2026
Liked: Amenities
Room was clean , staff was nice
Charles
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth
18 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, staff was excellent. The views from the room, gym and pool are amazing
Kenneth
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Nicole
30 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great amenities and location
Nicole
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Johanna
8 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
S.M.
2 Jan 2026
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.
S.M.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deniz
11 Sep 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and comfortable room; excellent customer service; easy parking; easy to walk to restaurants; safe.
Deniz
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Whislyn
25 Nov 2025
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.
Whislyn
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
21 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the suite, with kitchen, washer-dryer and large size. Room was sootless, with a great view.
Elizabeth
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Danielle
4 Apr 2025
Hotel was clean with nice views of the city
Danielle
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan
8 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room and accommodations
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Siddhartha
1 Nov 2025
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.
Siddhartha
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael
26 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean and nice facilities. Room had amazing view!
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Connor
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this propert as well as the staff.
Connor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin W
14 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was convenient with a roof top bar and a pool for the family.
Kevin W
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
William
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was spectacular. Views were great. Pool was awesome
William
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
yong
13 Jul 2024
Friendly Staff, very clean room, nice gym with great view. Would stay again!
yong
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Alan
1 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed, great view, conveniently located.
Alan
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Laura
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in
Great amenities
Laura
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified
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
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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
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10/10 Excellent
Michael
10 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this location was pleasant, welcoming and helpful. Great location, view and facilities.
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
David
14 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great property with nice rooms, amazing views all around, and fantastic amenities.
David
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
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