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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 Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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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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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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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Rittenhouse Square

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

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Please Touch Museum showing heritage architecture

West Philadelphia

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum 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

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, friendly staff. Close to the airport "

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

10/10 Excellent

"I love the location of the hotel in Old City. It’s near everything. The Arden theatre is around the corner, there are shops, cafes, shopping and stuff to see and do. The room was clean, lots of pillows, towels and coffee. Breakfast was ok. The area is great to walk around!"

W Philadelphia

8/10 Good

"Beautiful hotel, great amenities, wonderful kind staff. Nice restaurant, bar, pool, and spa. I booked the premier suite which was stunning but thought it was odd that spending a lot for the room and the WiFi was not included, the mini bar and snacks in the room were not apart of the room cost, I rather those items not be in the room, you only get a courtesy 2 bottles of water. Most hotels have complementary items NOPE not here not even a tea bag or coffee in the room was free. There was a QR code to buy the items in the room, the kicker no mini fridge or microwave. Beautiful place, it will nickel and dime you, you have to pay for everything here so be prepared to spend. "

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.

Where is the best place to stay in University City?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Gables B&B Philadelphia is the highest ranked property in University City. This B&B is a short 13-minute walk from University of Pennsylvania, and it offers free breakfast and free parking. Other favourite options in the area include The Study at University City and The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel.

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 The Palestra while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around University City include Pennsylvania Convention Center, University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology and Penn Tennis Center. While you're out sightseeing in Philadelphia, make sure that you visit other sights such as Daskalakis athletic Center or Philadelphia Buddhist Association.

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

AKA University City

The Gables B&B Philadelphia

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

The Study at University City

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

The Golfers Inn

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites West Chester by IHG

Hampton Inn Philadelphia/Voorhees

Brinton Suites

Spark by Hilton Bensalem Philadelphia

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Voorhees Mt. Laurel/Cherry Hil

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport

Best Western Philadelphia South - West Deptford Inn

Best Western Plus Philadelphia-Pennsauken Hotel

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Holiday Inn Express Voorhees - Mt. Laurel by IHG

Where to stay in University City

Center City

Old City

South Philadelphia

Rittenhouse Square

West Philadelphia

Top University City Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

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