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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Gables B&B Philadelphia	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 479 reviews	View
4211 Suites	4.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 777 reviews	View
The Study at University City	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,014 reviews	View
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,015 reviews	View
AKA University City	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 802 reviews	View

Where to stay in University City

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

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Center City

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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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 Citizens Bank Park.

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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley and Betsy Ross 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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Rittenhouse Square

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

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West Philadelphia

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.

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Top University City Hotel Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

"Amazing facilities! everything was as advertised, or better. Highly recommend it!"

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel in the Rittenhouse / Center City Area. We spent a fabulous 4 days at this hotel during the amazing 250th Independence Day celebrations. We were able to walk EVERYWHERE from going to the Art Museum for the fireworks (35 minutes) to the Old City Liberty Bell / Independence Hall (25 minutes) while perusing amazing architecture - new and old - shops and GREAT restaurants. Sofitel was such an oasis from all the walking with lively bar and lobby, relaxing spacious rooms, and delicious dining options for breakfast / brunch / lunch / afternoon tea / dinner. Superb staff like Muhammad the bellman, he pulls your luggage out while you are checking out. Umbrellas available all the time. Rooms are so clean and cleaned everyday, and oh the Balmain lotions / shampoo / conditioner / body wash - divine!! Love the food & beverage credits allowing you to try out their wonderful food options. We saw other lobbies of other nice hotels, many that were oddly on the second floor, but this lobby was inviting as soon as you step in. And amazing restaurants within a few blocks."

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our first stay at a Lowes Hotel, loved that they took a historic building & transformed it while keeping the historic nature of the property. Our room was lovely, great bathroom fixtures & maintenance. The elevators were a bit slow, but they are also historic. We were in town for America / Freedom 250 not a convention as it seems is the majority of the property. We did not eat at the restaurant but took advantage of the coffee shop which was convenient, well stocked with nice staff members. We are from Arlington TX & have 2 soon 3 Lowes Hotels that we attend events at but have never stayed as they are in our hometown. They are beautiful properties so we knew Philadelphia would be the same."

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.

How many hotels should I expect to find in University City?

Expedia has 118 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 Schuylkill River Trail while you're in the neighbourhood. Philadelphia Museum of Art and Pennsylvania Convention Center are some popular places to visit in the area around University City. While you're out sightseeing in Philadelphia, make sure that you visit other sights such as University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology or Penn Tennis Center.

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.

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Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia

4211 Suites

The Gables B&B Philadelphia

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

The Study at University City

AKA University City

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

The Golfers Inn

Brinton Suites

Hampton Inn Philadelphia/Voorhees

Normandy Farm Hotel and Conference Center

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites West Chester by IHG

Best Western Philadelphia South - West Deptford Inn

Hilton Garden Inn Valley Forge/Oaks

Parxview Hotel

Best Western Plus Concordville Hotel

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Philadelphia Airport Ridley

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Mount Laurel / Moorestown

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Where to stay in University City

Center City

South Philadelphia

Old City

Rittenhouse Square

West Philadelphia

Top University City Hotel Reviews

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