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The Study at University City

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to University of Pennsylvania

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The Study at University City, near UPenn, offers a sophisticated retreat with a coffee shop, library, Co-op restaurant, and 24-hour health club. Attentive staff provide dry cleaning, laundry service, and luggage storage.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Portable fan
Bathrobes
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Portable fan
Bathrobes
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Portable fan
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Private kitchen

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 S 33rd Street, University City, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

What's nearby

  • Drexel University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Pennsylvania - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rittenhouse Square - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • 33rd St Station - 2 min walk
  • 30th St Station - 9 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Haraz Coffee House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Landmark Americana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Study at University City

Upscale hotel near University of Pennsylvania
Located close to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Study at University City provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Co op, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour health club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), 7 meeting rooms, and concierge services
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 212 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Down comforters and free cribs/infant beds
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 58.80 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Co op

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property has a limited number of in-room coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves. Guests are advised to contact the property in advance to check for availability.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 58.80 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per stay

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 0970085

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Study Hotel University City
Study Hotel
Study University City
The Study at University City Hotel
The Study Hotel at University City
The Study at University City Philadelphia
The Study at University City Hotel Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Is The Study at University City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Study at University City?

As of Nov 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Study at University City on Nov 30, 2025 start from $199.0, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 58.80 per day.

What time is check-in at The Study at University City?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Study at University City?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Study at University City located?

Located in University City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Museum of Art are also within 1 mi (2 km). 33rd St Station is only a 2-minute walk and 34th St. Station is 3 minutes.

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The Study at University City Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 758 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Friendly staff, clean and stylish hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, nice staff, good bar and hot shower, everything that I look for.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love The Study! Clean and staff always so nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliahou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained hotel, everything worked great. Service was great as well. Location is only 2 blocks away from Penn's main campus. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. great location for UPenn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sen-Chun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very nice place. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge room that was decorated nicely and very comfortable. Hotel was very well maintained and located in a very convenient area in the midst of U Penn and Drexel Universities. Hotel staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near Penn and CHOP. Food and drinks super! I stay every trip to this area of Philadelphia. Clean, quiet room, nice desk area to work. With a lot of electronics, bring a multi-plug!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, very close to my son's University.. the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved all the amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and quite
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Perfect location for college visits.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are modern and comfortable. The hotel is convenient to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The vibe is inviting and calm, cool concept
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here several times and always have a pleasant time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, friendly staff, good breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
pretty good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

We loved how close it was to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Juan Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, very clean and the staff are kind
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lamont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. The location felt safe and was near alot of restaurants. The room was nice, spacious and well maintained. The staff was very polite. I will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025