AKA University City
Hotel in Philadelphia, PA
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this hotel
Hotel with a health club, steps from University of Pennsylvania
An indoor pool, a restaurant, and a health club are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and self parking.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
AKA University City offers 133 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a health club.
An indoor pool, a restaurant, and a health club are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and self parking.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
AKA University City offers 133 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Philadelphia hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a health club.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Philadelphia, PA
Available Rooms
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom
Beds not specified • 715 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Den)
Beds not specified • 835 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Den)
Beds not specified • 835 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Penthouse, 1 Bedroom (with Library)
Beds not specified • 962 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Library)
Beds not specified • 963 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
3.0
Amazing hotel. However, our bill was loaded up with bogus fees that were charged after we left. Destination fee of $25? Unacceptable. I will take my business to other hotels in Philly.
5.0
Excellent room and accommodations
4.0
Stay was great. Love the property and amenities and the room. Rating would have been better had our room been ready by 5pm. Told to go up and it should be ready and housekeeping was still there, couldn't speak english to tell us when it would be ready, waited outside door 15 minutes then left to bar. Blackout blinds would be nice.
4.0
Stay was great. Love the property and amenities and the room. Rating would have been better had our room been ready by 5pm. Told to go up and it should be ready and housekeeping was still there, couldn't speak english to tell us when it would be ready, waited outside door 15 minutes then left to bar. Blackout blinds would be nice.
3.0
The hotel was nice. My room was not ready on time so they gave me a voucher for the bar to be used on that particular date. When I went to use my voucher the bar was “closed for an event”. I was awakened to what sounded like a fire alarm at 01:22 am that told us not yo use the fire escape or the elevators. The alarm and the message rang continuously for over 45 minutes.
3.0
The hotel was nice. My room was not ready on time so they gave me a voucher for the bar to be used on that particular date. When I went to use my voucher the bar was “closed for an event”. I was awakened to what sounded like a fire alarm at 01:22 am that told us not yo use the fire escape or the elevators. The alarm and the message rang continuously for over 45 minutes.
8.0
Clean and modern room
10.0
Clean and friendly. Loved our view and amentities!
10.0
Clean and friendly. Loved our view and amentities!
8.0
Very nice big rooms very professional friendly staff great gym and nice coffee machine. Only downsides are that beds are very very uncomfortable and there is no maid service and no easy way to ask for towels or more coffee. Despite those things the rest of the place is great.
8.0
Very nice big rooms very professional friendly staff great gym and nice coffee machine. Only downsides are that beds are very very uncomfortable and there is no maid service and no easy way to ask for towels or more coffee. Despite those things the rest of the place is great.
10.0
Compare to five star hotels, aka deserves seven. Location, staff, environment, lounge, room, everything is at a premium level.
Thank You!
10.0
Compare to five star hotels, aka deserves seven. Location, staff, environment, lounge, room, everything is at a premium level.
Thank You!
10.0
Great indoor pool, gym and terrace in the 28th floor with a wonderful view. Close to the university and city center as well. Very good cafe for breakfast close by. Spacious rooms, bath and a kitchen; makes it very convenient for a longer stay. All the staff was very friendly.
10.0
Great indoor pool, gym and terrace in the 28th floor with a wonderful view. Close to the university and city center as well. Very good cafe for breakfast close by. Spacious rooms, bath and a kitchen; makes it very convenient for a longer stay. All the staff was very friendly.
6.0
The location and view are good, but the hotel room is not clean and the facilities are poorly maintained
6.0
The location and view are good, but the hotel room is not clean and the facilities are poorly maintained
10.0
My Family and I always choose the Aka for our stays when in Philadelphia. Safe, clean and the suites have a kitchen which is perfect when traveling with children
10.0
My Family and I always choose the Aka for our stays when in Philadelphia. Safe, clean and the suites have a kitchen which is perfect when traveling with children
10.0
Loved All the amenities room was spacious and very clean… loved the outside space and the pool as well .
10.0
Loved All the amenities room was spacious and very clean… loved the outside space and the pool as well .
8.0
Amazing views, likely best in city. Amenities clustered on 1 floor with nearly 360 degree view of city. Rooms are large and kitchens well equipped. However, service is mediocre and not worthy of the price paid. Spa is a misnomer. There is no one there regularly so you need to arrange service in advance. The immediate area around the hotel has very limited food access and the convenience store closes at 9p, which is inconvenient for large city. There is no hotel store. Overall nice if it suits your location needs (which it did for me as it is right next to Penn athletics) but has significant limitations.
8.0
Amazing views, likely best in city. Amenities clustered on 1 floor with nearly 360 degree view of city. Rooms are large and kitchens well equipped. However, service is mediocre and not worthy of the price paid. Spa is a misnomer. There is no one there regularly so you need to arrange service in advance. The immediate area around the hotel has very limited food access and the convenience store closes at 9p, which is inconvenient for large city. There is no hotel store. Overall nice if it suits your location needs (which it did for me as it is right next to Penn athletics) but has significant limitations.
2.0
Terrible service and all amenities closed.
2.0
Terrible service and all amenities closed.
8.0
The room options, amenities (level 28 is awesome esp with kids), and location are what make this hotel stand out! Some improvements — carpet was a little yucky — was clear it had been cleaned which was good but it was bumpy, so annoying and a potential tripping hazard for someone. Also even more importantly we all wished there were blackout shades in the bedroom and main room. Was hard for all of us to sleep and was surprised how much noise we could hear from outside even tho we were on the 33rd floor. We overall enjoyed our stay!
8.0
The room options, amenities (level 28 is awesome esp with kids), and location are what make this hotel stand out! Some improvements — carpet was a little yucky — was clear it had been cleaned which was good but it was bumpy, so annoying and a potential tripping hazard for someone. Also even more importantly we all wished there were blackout shades in the bedroom and main room. Was hard for all of us to sleep and was surprised how much noise we could hear from outside even tho we were on the 33rd floor. We overall enjoyed our stay!
10.0
I have stayed at many places in Philly before but AKA was truly a relaxing and clean hotel , I will be coming back again for sure for another visit! Front desk service was truly excellent!
10.0
I have stayed at many places in Philly before but AKA was truly a relaxing and clean hotel , I will be coming back again for sure for another visit! Front desk service was truly excellent!
10.0
Friendly Staff, very clean room, nice gym with great view. Would stay again!
5.0
Stayed overnight for a concert at the World Cafe, half a block away.
This hotel is lovely - keep in mind that this hotel is also a residence, and has long term stays in mind. I doubt many people stay just overnight.
The rooms are a good size, with minimal decor - the real decor is the view from the room. We were located on the 32nd floor and could see for miles and miles. You can see the art museum, boathouse row, the Schuylkill, and some barren industrial areas as well. But its just so cool to look out the window.
The couch is super comfy, unlike most hotel furniture.
The place is spotless. Immaculately clean. Every amenity you would need for a stay - lots of cabinet and closet space, Nespresso coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle, wine opener, stove AND oven, washer/dryer. The works. It's awesome.
For entertainment, head down to the 28th floor. There's an Olympic length pool (with floor to ceiling view of the city), a bar and lounge, a cinema with one to two movies playing each day (Atonement, one of my fave movies, played last night). There's a golf simulator room - see the floor attendant to get set up. There's also a lovely gym and a dedicated work space.
It's just a nice place, especially for an extended stay or as a tenant. The staff leaves you alone- this is not the place where you are going to get white glove service so if that's your thing, head to the Ritz. You feel like a resident and get a taste living in an extensive high rise - much more my speed
10.0
Friendly Staff, very clean room, nice gym with great view. Would stay again!
5.0
Stayed overnight for a concert at the World Cafe, half a block away.
This hotel is lovely - keep in mind that this hotel is also a residence, and has long term stays in mind. I doubt many people stay just overnight.
The rooms are a good size, with minimal decor - the real decor is the view from the room. We were located on the 32nd floor and could see for miles and miles. You can see the art museum, boathouse row, the Schuylkill, and some barren industrial areas as well. But its just so cool to look out the window.
The couch is super comfy, unlike most hotel furniture.
The place is spotless. Immaculately clean. Every amenity you would need for a stay - lots of cabinet and closet space, Nespresso coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle, wine opener, stove AND oven, washer/dryer. The works. It's awesome.
For entertainment, head down to the 28th floor. There's an Olympic length pool (with floor to ceiling view of the city), a bar and lounge, a cinema with one to two movies playing each day (Atonement, one of my fave movies, played last night). There's a golf simulator room - see the floor attendant to get set up. There's also a lovely gym and a dedicated work space.
It's just a nice place, especially for an extended stay or as a tenant. The staff leaves you alone- this is not the place where you are going to get white glove service so if that's your thing, head to the Ritz. You feel like a resident and get a taste living in an extensive high rise - much more my speed
10.0
We had an amazing time at this high end hotel. They have an awesome outdoor areas to wind down and relax with a drink from their bar. And the pool, gym, and movie theater are all beautiful. We had a King Studio and it was very luxurious and clean. We only booked it for 2 nights and wished we would’ve been able to stay longer.
10.0
We had an amazing time at this high end hotel. They have an awesome outdoor areas to wind down and relax with a drink from their bar. And the pool, gym, and movie theater are all beautiful. We had a King Studio and it was very luxurious and clean. We only booked it for 2 nights and wished we would’ve been able to stay longer.
10.0
I love staying here, this was my wife and I 5th year anniversary. They put chocolate covered pretzels in the room with a bottle of Pino, nice touch. The views are great the poll is greateverything was great, until next time
10.0
I love staying here, this was my wife and I 5th year anniversary. They put chocolate covered pretzels in the room with a bottle of Pino, nice touch. The views are great the poll is greateverything was great, until next time
4.0
They forced me to buy a drink ticket on check in. I don’t even drink alcohol. Ridiculous. Also there’s a $250 deposit for possible incidental issues. I did get it back, but that’s a bit much.
8.0
Room was not as clean as I would expect.
4.0
They forced me to buy a drink ticket on check in. I don’t even drink alcohol. Ridiculous. Also there’s a $250 deposit for possible incidental issues. I did get it back, but that’s a bit much.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Philadelphia?
The average price for a rental in Philadelphia is $251 per night. This rental is $231 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at AKA University City. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at AKA University City. Enjoy the water!
Is AKA University City pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at AKA University City?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.
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