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Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
3.5 star property
University City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, enjoyed our stay."
United States
Timothy
The price is ฿4,666
฿5,430 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
University City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Super comfy bed and spacious room, great helpful staff"
United States
Janet
The price is ฿5,317
฿6,187 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

The Study at University City

The Study at University City
4.0 star property
University City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was clean and friendly. Wonderful stay"
United States
Steve
The price is ฿6,174
฿7,184 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
The Study at University City

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
3.0 star property
University City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The room was spacious, clean, and, most importantly, warm. Great stay, good breakfast. I would stay again. "
United States
Marwan
The price is ฿4,299
฿5,003 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

4211 Suites

4211 Suites
4.5 star property
University City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (532 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Saeeda
The price is ฿3,185
฿3,707 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
4211 Suites

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia
4.0 star property
University City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (63 reviews)
"The Kitchen was nice and the room and Bathroom were clean and comfortable. We had an excellent dinner and date night. "
United States
Domenico
The price is ฿3,666
฿4,234 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia

AKA University City

AKA University City
4.0 star property
University City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (721 reviews)
"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! "
United States
Johanna
The price is ฿8,842
฿11,192 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
AKA University City

The Gables B&B Philadelphia

The Gables B&B Philadelphia
4.0 star property
University City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (455 reviews)
"I really loved the historical feeling of this beautiful property, and even though I was staying for work, it was a great place to spend a few evenings! Loved it!"
United States
Cailyn
The price is ฿6,826
฿7,883 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
The Gables B&B Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
4.0 star property
Center City West, 1.8 km from University City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,311 reviews)
"Great staff and location. "
United States
Andreea
The price is ฿3,770
฿4,387 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
3.5 star property
Center City West, 1.6 km from University City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,968 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff "
United States
Larissa
The price is ฿2,347
฿2,731 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Aloft Philadelphia Downtown

Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
3.0 star property
2.3 km from University City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, great location."
United States
Ernie
The price is ฿3,326
฿3,870 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Aloft Philadelphia Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
3.0 star property
Market East, 2.7 km from University City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,181 reviews)
"Clean room, excellent location."
United States
Edward
The price is ฿3,333
฿3,878 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

Element Philadelphia Downtown

Element Philadelphia Downtown
4.0 star property
Center City West, 2.1 km from University City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,381 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Venkat Charan Reddy
The price is ฿4,685
฿5,452 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Element Philadelphia Downtown

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
3.5 star property
Old City, 3.6 km from University City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,371 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay!"
United States
Lauren
The price is ฿2,927
฿3,406 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
4.0 star property
Center City West, 1.7 km from University City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,203 reviews)
"Perfect location and great staff!"
United States
Michaella
The price is ฿3,940
฿5,307 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
3.0 star property
Center City East, 2.6 km from University City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,816 reviews)
"Great hotel, room, bar & location "
United States
Shai
The price is ฿3,027
฿3,523 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
4.5 star property
Center City West, 1.8 km from University City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,243 reviews)
"Perfect location, beautiful lobby, clean and comfortable rooms, and great staff. "
United States
Eleni
The price is ฿4,720
฿6,504 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites
4.0 star property
Logan Square, 2 km from University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,533 reviews)
"Really good stay"
United States
Richard
The price is ฿4,160
฿4,842 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
The Windsor Suites

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Airport

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Airport
2.5 star property
8.5 km from University City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,412 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff. Will definitely be staying here again!"
United States
Holly
The price is ฿2,479
฿2,885 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Airport

Best Western Plus Philadelphia Convention Center Hotel

Best Western Plus Philadelphia Convention Center Hotel
2.5 star property
2.7 km from University City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was amazing, rooms were clean and breakfast was hot and fresh "
United States
Johanna
The price is ฿2,110
฿2,455 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Best Western Plus Philadelphia Convention Center Hotel
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Where to stay in University City

Find the best University City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Center City

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

South Philadelphia

Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Xfinity Mobile Arena.

North Philadelphia

You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.

Rittenhouse Square

While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in University City?
University City is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Penn Museum and Franklin Field as part of your University City travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in University City?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Gables B&B Philadelphia is the highest ranked property in University City. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Other favourite options in the area include AKA University City and The Study at University City.
How many hotels should I expect to find in University City?
Expedia has 131 hotels and other accommodation options in University City to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Philadelphia area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University City, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in University City.
What is there to do around this Philadelphia neighbourhood?
University City's sights and attractions like Penn Museum, Arthur Ross Gallery and Institute of Contemporary Art offer insight into the local culture. You could also plan a visit to Franklin Field or The Palestra while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around University City include University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Penn Tennis Center and Daskalakis athletic Center. While you're out sightseeing in Philadelphia, make sure that you visit other sights such as Philadelphia Buddhist Association or Buckley Green.
How can I get around University City and the greater Philadelphia area?
For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Penn Medicine Station, 33rd St Station or 37th St Station. To see the sights outside of town, hop on a train. Philadelphia University City Station is the closest train station, but 30th St Station and Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) are also nearby.