AKA UNIVERSITY CITY, Philadelphia – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Spacious Suites & Views
AKA University City offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites with 10-foot ceilings and panoramic city views. Each suite includes wide-plank Italian white-oak flooring, fully equipped kitchens with stainless-steel appliances, and spa-like bathrooms with walk-in showers. The penthouses, located on the highest floors, provide expansive living areas and custom Italian cabinetry.
Onsite Dining Options
Walnut Street Café serves American comfort food with locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant, located in the lobby, features seasonal menus and an artisan cocktail program. Nearby, Nativo Kitchen & Bar offers sky-high views and art-deco style dining.
Wellness & Recreation
Level28, the 28th-floor amenity space, includes a 72-foot indoor lap pool, a Technogym-equipped fitness center, and a golf simulator. Guests can book in-room spa treatments, including massages and manicures. The outdoor terrace features fire pits and a seasonal herb garden.
Prime University City Location
The hotel is 400 meters from 30th Street Station and 500 meters from Drexel University. Nearby attractions include the University of Pennsylvania, Cira Green Park, and the Schuylkill River Trail. The Philadelphia Museum of Art and Rittenhouse Square are within 2 km.
Convenient Services
AKA University City provides 24/7 resident services, complimentary Wi-Fi, and housekeeping. Business travelers can use the conference rooms and printing facilities on Level28. Grocery delivery and Tesla house car service are available for extended stays.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Lift
- Fireplace
- Electric vehicle charging station
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Dry cleaning
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Location
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