AKA University City

Hotel with an indoor pool, steps from University of Pennsylvania

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

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

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Bar
Parking available
Laundry

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Room options

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1 bed

2 beds

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

1022 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

962 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

1022 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Skyline)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

1022 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

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

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Sunset)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

1022 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

715 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Penthouse (Studio)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

520 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

715 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

835 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

835 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

520 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

715 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

520 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Sunset)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Flat-screen TV

Washer/dryer

Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

2929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

What's nearby

University of Pennsylvania - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Drexel University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Rittenhouse Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Philadelphia Museum of Art - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Pennsylvania Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

30th St. Station - 6 min walk
30th St Station - 7 min walk
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rosy's Taco Bar - ‬6 min walk
‪World Cafe Live - ‬2 min walk
‪The Post - ‬2 min walk
‪Shake Shack - ‬8 min walk
‪Top Hat Coffee Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

AKA University City

Upscale hotel near University of Pennsylvania

Close to Drexel University and Rittenhouse Square, 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 center 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 premises
Outdoor furniture, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
Games, an elevator, and a water dispenser
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff

Room features

All 133 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like 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, refrigerators, and dishwashers

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$186 nightly

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
In-room washer/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 center

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.
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

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
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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

Property payment types

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

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

Property Registration Number 864141

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does AKA University City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of Jun 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AKA University City on Jul 1, 2025 start from $255.0, 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.

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is AKA University City located?

Located in University City, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. Rittenhouse Square and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are also within 15 minutes. 30th St. Station is 6 minutes by foot and 30th St Station is 7 minutes.