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The Study at University City

Property class: 4

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Lobby
Library
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Bar (on property)

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, Franklin Field
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(84 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Private kitchen

Signature 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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Traditional Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 coffee shop/cafe, valet parking and concierge services.
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, desk chairs 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 University of Pennsylvania. 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 Drexel University and University of Pennsylvania
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 7 meeting rooms available. A 24-hour health club, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Study at University City. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Philadelphia hotel is smoke free.

CO-OP – This restaurant serves 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

Restaurants on site

  • CO-OP

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Books
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

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

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 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 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
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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
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
Cashless transactions are available
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. 768 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

CLARE

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Business traveller
Clean, spacious room, friendly, great bar and restaurant, nice fitness center.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

LORNA, lutz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Plenty of space
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

mary

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surprisingly good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and friendly. Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Farrukh

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, but early morning, it was noisy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mehmet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was pretty good, and the service was good. Water bottles were free, room temp or chilled. Only negatives were the lack of free parking, lackluster gym, and I also found a cigarette bud in my car, which was up front in the valet area, which is not cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was fresh, but there was nothing new for repeat customer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Coral Springs

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room comfy bed lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was spotless. We had dinner in the onsite restaurant and it was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

JAYNE, HOLMDEL

Room was clean, not
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From worn out carpets that looked like the seats on a first generation Southwest Airlines jet to flimsy hardware and samurai sword stiff towels this place was remarkably terrible and overpriced. Perhaps most importantly, this place shows up on several top hotels in Philadelphia lists which goes to show that spots those lists are simply purchased by hotels and hotel chains..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kelley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of very favorite places to stay in Philadelphia. A little noisy this time—doors slamming shut at intervals during the night. We don’t remember this happening in the past but it was very disturbing to our sleep. The staff is great, beds very comfortable + rooms clean!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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