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Aka University City

Hire with Indoor pool

4 stars

2929 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

+1 215 372 9000
8.9
Very Good

based on 346 reviews

€235
Rate

per night

Room Type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
€235
Double room
€290
King room
€317
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About Aka University City, Philadelphia

Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.2
Services
9.4
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Located less than a 10-minute walk from 22nd Street SEPTA Trolley Station, AKA University City provides guests with a convenient base when visiting Philadelphia. It also features an indoor pool, valet parking and a 24-hour reception. This 4-star hotel offers a games room, laundry facilities and room service. It also provides conference rooms, a shuttle service and a lift. AKA University City has 86 well-appointed rooms that are filled with a range of essential facilities to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. The area around the hotel has a variety of cafés and restaurants. It is also within walking distance of University of Pennsylvania, Rittenhouse Square and Benjamin Franklin.

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Rooms

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Double room
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King room
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Aparthotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Kitchen

  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Air-conditioned
  • Heating

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Grocery deliveries

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk

Pool

  • Heated pool
  • Pool with a view
  • Indoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Game room

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

8.9
Very GoodBased on 346 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Everything else was just perfect . (in 1 review)
  • Good location and spacious (in 21 reviews)
  • suite with kitchen and washer and dryer- room views were amazing. (in 3 reviews)
Cons -
  • Pool was closed for 3 days while staying. (in 2 reviews)
  • We took out 2 and 3 year old. (in 1 review)
  • "Nothing really, it would be nitpicking" (in 2 reviews)


Aka University City room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

License number: 771308

Frequently asked questions

  • How does Aka University City compare to other 4-star hotels in Philadelphia?

    4-star hotels in Philadelphia typically cost €617/night, but Aka University City is typically available for €263/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is Aka University City from Philadelphia?

    Aka University City is 9.5 km away from Philadelphia. You can typically expect your drive time from Aka University City to Philadelphia to be 17min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Aka University City from Philadelphia?

    With parking available at Aka University City, you could always hire a car for as low as €35/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Philadelphia. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Philadelphia to Aka University City, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Is Aka University City pet-friendly?

    Aka University City welcomes pets at their venue.

  • Are there food options at Aka University City?

    There is a restaurant at Aka University City that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +1 215 372 9000 for kitchen hours. One of the easiest dining options for Philadelphia guests staying in Aka University City is to order room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does Aka University City have a pool?

    Aka University City does have a pool on site that hotel guests may use. Be advised that hotels typically have rules associated with pool usage. momondo would advise you to check with the front desk before taking a swim.

  • What is the phone number for Aka University City?

    For assistance from an employee at Aka University City please call +1 215 372 9000.

  • Does Aka University City have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Aka University City has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Aka University City?

    There is a fitness centre available to Aka University City guests.

  • What time is check-out for Aka University City?

    11:00 is the check-out time at Aka University City. Late check-out may be available at the hotel's discretion.

  • How much is a room at Aka University City?

    Guests can currently expect to pay €363 on average for a night at Aka University City, Philadelphia. Enter your desired travel dates in the form above to find deals starting at €217 per night.

  • Is there laundry service in Aka University City?

    Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at Aka University City, Philadelphia. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.

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Places of interest near Aka University City

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Aka University City location: 2929 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Top landmarks

University of Pennsylvania0.8 km
The Franklin Institute1.1 km
Philadelphia Museum of Art1.6 km
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts1.7 km

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