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The Study at University City

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near University of Pennsylvania

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Presidential Studio Suite, Kitchenette
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Located near the University of Pennsylvania, The Study at University City offers a sophisticated retreat with a coffee shop, library, and on-site restaurant. Savor breakfast or dinner at Co op or unwind in the 24-hour health club. With helpful staff and convenient services like dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage, guests praise this hotel's dining options and location.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour health club
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
  • Premium bedding
  • Bathrobes
The current price is €210
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May

Room options

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Private kitchen

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 51 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
20 S 33rd Street, University City, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rittenhouse Square - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 14 min drive
  • Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 21 min drive
  • Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 27 min drive
  • Trenton, NJ (TTN-Mercer) - 44 min drive
  • 30th St Station - 9 min walk
  • Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 9 min walk
  • Philadelphia University City Station - 10 min walk
  • 33rd St Station - 2 min walk
  • 34th St. Station - 3 min walk
  • 36th St Portal Tram Stop - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Landmark Americana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kung Fu Tea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Handschumacher Dining Center - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Study at University City

The Study at University City puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Drexel University and University of Pennsylvania. After a workout at the 24-hour health club, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania Convention Center are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and restaurant. Public transportation is only a short walk: 33rd St Station is steps away and 34th St. Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 212 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property has a limited number of in-room coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves. Guests are advised to contact the property in advance to check for availability.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site valet parking (USD 58.80 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • 24-hour health club
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 107
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 10 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 86
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Portable fan
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 58.80 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 0970085

Also known as

The Study at University City Hotel
The Study Hotel at University City
The Study at University City Philadelphia
The Study at University City Hotel Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Does The Study at University City offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Study at University City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Study at University City?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Study at University City?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 58.80 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Study at University City?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Study at University City?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rivers Casino (6-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (8-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Study at University City and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour health club.

Are there restaurants at or near The Study at University City?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Co op.

What's the area around The Study at University City like?

The Study at University City is in University City, a short 2-minute walk from 33rd St Station and 8 minutes' walk from University of Pennsylvania. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Study at University City Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
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Lobby
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Bed
Parking
Food
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What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offers excellent food and convenient dining options with friendly service. (18 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were good, convenient, and available until 11am. (7 reviews)
  • The gym was awesome, offering ample cardio machines, including a Peloton bike, and was better than most property gyms. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was a very nice stay at the Study. Service was excellent and room is clean.
Yiwen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's a fabulous hotel!!

I love the Study in Philadelphia!! The customer service from the staff is exceptional and the rooms are lovely!
Hope, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

new, convenient location, clean, great restaurant
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient for college visits.
Natalya, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding

A really nice hotel. Nicely furnished, very comfortable room, good food in the restaurant - sort of perfect.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful spot with a terrific restaurant

Wonderful spot!
Tina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel and perfect location for visiting family / students who attends Drexel University
Nathalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional stay. We needed to be near hospital for an early procedure and the hotel was close, clean and beautiful, every member of the staff was friendly and helpful. Would recommend unreservedly.
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, great vibe, terrific service.
Melanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, safe, excellent location
Petia G, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service and food options.
Curt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great option
Marguerite, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel. Great bathroom. No fridge in the room but didn’t mind. Staff is fantastic.
Winfield, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a nice stay.
Curtis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and friendly stay! Would recommend
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is perfect!
Qian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious modern and different value for money also great location
Echo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is everything you want it to be, welcoming, clean and comfortable; all of the staff are very nice and get if you travelling by yourself.
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay! The hotel was quiet, clean and modern. Highly recommend!
Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great all round
Emily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay to Bring Granddaughter Home for Chroistmas

We got a great deal during construction on the property. Everything high quality and friendly. All that 2 minutes from our granddaughter's dorm. Excellent restaurant.
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A smaller hotel with nice city vibes. Excellent restaurant and staff. Always my go to when in Philly.
Tracey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Gem

I’ve stayed at The Study 4 times now since my daughter started at Drexel in the fall of 2024. The proximity to campus cannot be beat and the hotel itself is wonderful.
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location and hotel
William A, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were incredibly helpful and the space was beautiful.
Hannah, 2-night trip