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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩392,949
₩500,819 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25

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About this property

AKA University City

  • Upscale hotel near Rittenhouse Square
  • Close to Drexel University and University of Pennsylvania, 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

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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 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

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 May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AKA University City on May 24, 2026 start from ₩392,949, 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?

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 15-minute walk of Drexel University, Rittenhouse Square, and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. University of Pennsylvania and Fairmount Park are also within 1 mi (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 select 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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 591 out of 768 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 768 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 768 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 768 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 768 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Amenities
Room was clean , staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, staff was excellent. The views from the room, gym and pool are amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great amenities and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna

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!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

S.M.

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deniz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and comfortable room; excellent customer service; easy parking; easy to walk to restaurants; safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siddhartha

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Hotel was clean with nice views of the city
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room and accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean and nice facilities. Room had amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this propert as well as the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was convenient with a roof top bar and a pool for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was spectacular. Views were great. Pool was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

yong

Friendly Staff, very clean room, nice gym with great view. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed, great view, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in Great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Arianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great, the view was everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amybeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean, nice restaurants/cafe's would go back again anytime
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TERRELL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Honestly the best view of the city. breathtaking!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this location was pleasant, welcoming and helpful. Great location, view and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very clean and spacious two bedroom apartment with a lovely panoramic view of the city. There’s only maid service if you stay 7 days tho. The breakfast at the cafe was delicious and service was friendly rho.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space and wonderful views of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024