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The Study at University City

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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20 S 33rd Street, University City, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
  • Place, Drexel University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Pennsylvania
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Private kitchen

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Study at University City

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour health club and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and valet parking.
The Study at University City offers 212 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour health club.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Study at University City's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Drexel University. Free WiFi in public areas, a restaurant and a 24-hour gym are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Steps from University of Pennsylvania and 10 minutes on foot from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 7 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour health club, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Study at University City. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Philadelphia hotel is smoke free.

The Study at University City has a restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Co op

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per stay.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 58.80 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 0970085

Property is 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

The Study at University City Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 762 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vendela Mae Ramada

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was pretty nice, clean, friendly staff, nice view, convenient location. The restaurant was nice enough also though a bit pricey. We had no issues and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Janel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Did not receive food amd beverage credit Expedia said I would
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Friendly staff, clean and stylish hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near Penn and CHOP. Food and drinks super! I stay every trip to this area of Philadelphia. Clean, quiet room, nice desk area to work. With a lot of electronics, bring a multi-plug!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliahou, Hallandale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained hotel, everything worked great. Service was great as well. Location is only 2 blocks away from Penn's main campus. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great bartender. Very cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another wonderful experience at The Study.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ting

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ting

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, nice staff, good bar and hot shower, everything that I look for.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zurick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love The Study! Clean and staff always so nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Another wonderful stay! Staff is so very friendly and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. great location for UPenn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and quite
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge room that was decorated nicely and very comfortable. Hotel was very well maintained and located in a very convenient area in the midst of U Penn and Drexel Universities. Hotel staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
pretty good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025