AKA University City
2929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Near Drexel University With a stay at AKA University City in Philadelphia (University City), you'll be steps from University of Pennsylvania and 13 minutes by foot from Rittenhouse Square. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Drexel University and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Make yourself at home in one of the 133 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and microwaves. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Location & nearby attractions
University of Pennsylvania - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Drexel University - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Walnut Street - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Franklin Field - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
The Mütter Museum - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Schuylkill River Trail - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Rittenhouse Square - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Fairmount Park - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
The Franklin Institute - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Academy of Natural Sciences - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Academy of Music - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Benjamin Franklin Parkway - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
The nearest airports are:
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi
Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 25.1 km / 15.6 mi
Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 33 km / 20.5 mi
Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 53.9 km / 33.5 mi
Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 56 km / 34.8 mi
The preferred airport for AKA University City is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- 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
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
Fees & policies
- You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Destination fee: $29.09 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Self parking fee: $35 per day Pet fee: $200 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $25 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at AKA University City?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is AKA University City located?
AKA University City is located at 2929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, US.
What attractions are near AKA University City?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. University of Pennsylvania - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Drexel University - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Walnut Street - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Franklin Field - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi The Mütter Museum - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - 1 km / 0.6 mi Schuylkill River Trail - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Rittenhouse Square - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Fairmount Park - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi The Franklin Institute - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi Academy of Natural Sciences - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi Academy of Music - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Benjamin Franklin Parkway - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi The nearest airports are: Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 25.1 km / 15.6 mi Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 33 km / 20.5 mi Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 53.9 km / 33.5 mi Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 56 km / 34.8 mi The preferred airport for AKA University City is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
How do I get to AKA University City?
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at AKA University City?
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
What amenities does AKA University City offer?
AKA University City features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Laundry.
What are the rooms like at AKA University City?
Make yourself at home in one of the 133 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and microwaves.
Is AKA University City pet-friendly?
Yes, AKA University City is pet-friendly.
What fees should I know about at AKA University City?
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Destination fee: $29.09 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Self parking fee: $35 per day Pet fee: $200 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $25 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at AKA University City?
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.