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Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

3.5 star property

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An outdoor seating area with artificial grass, tables, chairs, and hanging lights against a cityscape backdrop.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area in the background.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a city view.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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3549 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA, 19104
  • Place, University of Pennsylvania
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Drexel University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Philadelphia Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(92 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

Club Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Club Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, a business centre and conference space. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel offers 332 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of Pennsylvania. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps) and wired Internet
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a porter and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests speak favourably about the overall condition of the property and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from University of Pennsylvania and 3 minutes on foot from Drexel University
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A 24-hour fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Philadelphia hotel is smoke free.

Sang Kee Noodle House – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sang Kee Noodle House

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 20 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1974
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
  • 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.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

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 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 808699

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Philadelphia University City
Philadelphia University City Hotel
Philadelphia University City Sheraton
Sheraton Hotel Philadelphia University City
Sheraton Philadelphia University City
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Philadelphia Sheraton
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Resort
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Hotel
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Philadelphia
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Hotel Philadelphia

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 563 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice visit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Annenberg music facility.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to great food and the university we were visiting
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. This was the cleanest hotel we stayed at in a long time. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated hotel looks great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irene

Staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Narendra Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean room, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Indira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated. Modern design, Very confortable rooms .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was recently remodeled. Very clean and comfortable. Wonderful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for university city area. New renovation were a plus over past visits. Can’t wait for liquor license. Miss the connected restaurant bar before renovations
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vivek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and view was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, great view, friend,y stay, epic location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Kind helpful staff. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yoelmis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this was a UPENN visit for my son to see the campus and consider Law School. A block away from teh Law school in a neat part of University City, Room was roomy 2 queens
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and wonderful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, although the renovations that are ongoing mean that there is no breakfast and no restaurant. The area is fantastic though and so convenient to the University of Pennsylvania.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for about 2 hours Enroute to NYC and the staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is minimal disruption of hotel operations due to renovation of the front of the hotel. Hotel rooms are nicely designed and functional. Staff are helpful and knowledgeable ot eh area. Great location in the heart of University city, within walking distance to U of Penn and CHOP hospitals, 30th Street train station and downtown area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was very clean and the staff were all very pleasant helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025