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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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Bar
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
24-hour health club
Valet parking
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Business center
7 meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Library
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Elevator
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
The current price is CA $264
CA $264
CA $308 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Room options
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
City view
37 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
City view
24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
City view
46 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Double Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
City view
24 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette
20 S 33rd Street, University City, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
What's nearby
University of Pennsylvania - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Philadelphia Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Rittenhouse Square - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Pennsylvania Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 14 min drive
Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 21 min drive
Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 27 min drive
Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 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 just a 10-minute walk of Drexel University and University of Pennsylvania. After getting 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 just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant. Public transportation is just a short walk: 33rd St Station is steps away and 34th St. Station is 3 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
212 rooms
Arranged over 10 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in 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 available
Late check-out subject to availability
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.
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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 58.80 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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
Guests can rest easy knowing 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
Study Hotel University City
Study Hotel
Study University City
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 to 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 50 lbs 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 check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite 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 onsite 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. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
JC
JC, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
Outstanding
A really nice hotel. Nicely furnished, very comfortable room, good food in the restaurant - sort of perfect.
David
David, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2025
Michael
Michael, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
new, convenient location, clean, great restaurant
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Mar 25, 2025
It has potential but it is not fully realized
The hotel is in a very central location, especially convenient if you go to U Penn. The lobby is very beautiful and the Co Op restaurant that is inside the hotel has a cool vibe. The food is fine, not exactly spectacular, it is just convenient that you can have any meal from breakfast to dinner and even drinks right at the hotel. The waitresses at Co Op are also very friendly and nice. I can’t say the same for the other hotel staff I interacted with. I wouldn’t say they were rude, but certainly I wouldn’t define them as welcoming either. I think that when you work in hospitality a smile, extra patience, a friendly and helpful attitude need to be an integral part of your job and I didn’t feel that was the case with the people at reception I interacted with. Finally, the room was not very clean and certainly in need of TLC: the walls of both the room and bathroom were stained and the paint chipped, the furniture in the room was also chipped and stained with spilled coffee that seemed to have been absorbed into the wood. I really like the clean and minimalistic decor, but the condition of the room needs attention.
Daniela
Daniela, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Wonderful spot with a terrific restaurant
Wonderful spot!
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Chul
Chul, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 15, 2025
Eggs and bacon were very overcooked and asked to redo but were no better second time.
Valet communication was very poor. We notified them more than 30 minutes in advance twice and they did not communicate to bring the car around. When we went downstairs they had no indication
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
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
Margaret, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2025
Wonderful hotel.
Great bathroom.
No fridge in the room but didn’t mind.
Staff is fantastic.
Winfield
Winfield, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
Great option
Marguerite
Marguerite, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
Rex
Rex, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
Everything is perfect!
Qian
Qian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2025
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
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
All of the staff we met were wonderful. Doorman Warren was a delight. The room was spacious and clean. Only gripe was that if you wanted to use the bathroom with the door open for safety with small children, you couldn't. The door swung barely an inch past the toilet, but we thankfully didn't have kids. So it didn't matter too much.
Andi
Andi, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 5, 2025
Rooms nice and great location for Drexel. Our room toilet had to be fixed cause no water in tank. Also shampoo bottle broken. Rooms and beds very comfortable! Have to be on top w guest services about valet because we called half hour before and they forgot to let valet know. Valet very nice tho
Steven
Steven, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
This is my second time staying at this property, and I enjoyed it just as much as the first time I visited. I visit Philadelphia often on business, and I had two five-night stays at this hotel last year. I really appreciated the coffee and continental breakfast options being available until 11am. Often they end breakfast between 9-10 am, which is too early for me to enjoy the offerings. The staff was also very friendly and accommodating. I will definitely return to this property the next time I am in Philadelphia for business or vacation.
Lanice
Lanice, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Eric
Eric, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 24, 2024
The lobby is was under construction as well as the restaurant so there was nowhere else in the build to go and get food. I also got shocked every time I pressed the elevator button. I will say the whole was very quite and I was able to relax. They were also not clear on where to park until afterwards so I want an extra $22 on a parking garage that didn’t allow overnight parking.