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The Study at University City

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to University of Pennsylvania

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Property entrance
Reception
Presidential Studio Suite, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Bar

Room options

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Private kitchen

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 | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

Highlights

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

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rittenhouse Square - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • 33rd St Station - 2 min walk
  • 30th St Station - 9 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Landmark Americana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kung Fu Tea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Study at University City

Upscale hotel near University of Pennsylvania
Located close to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Study at University City provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Co op, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour health club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, free newspapers, and a banquet hall
  • 7 meeting rooms, concierge services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 212 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Down comforters and free cribs/infant beds
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 58.80 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center

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
  • Elevator (42 inch 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches 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 crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 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
Property Registration Number 0970085

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Study at University City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Study at University City?

Valet parking is available for USD 58.80 per day.

What time is check-in at The Study at University City?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Study at University City?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Study at University City located?

Located in University City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Museum of Art are also within 1 mi (2 km). 33rd St Station is only a 2-minute walk and 34th St. Station is 3 minutes.

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The Study at University City Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 739 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

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 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel; will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the room and everyone was so friendly , and it’s very clean as well and quiet and every restaurant is nearby
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the aesthetic, staff was very friendly, and the area was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and convenient to Penn campus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is perfectly well located with easy access to UPenn and Drexel. The hotel is very nicely appointed and the staff and service were delightful. I plan to stay there again next time I am in Philly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

manuelita

Liked: Amenities
Front desk lady is nice & we were able to check in early.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

khine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel, rooms are big and so clean, comfortable beds and walkable to car return. Amazing hotel. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel! They have very friendly staff and I love the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice staff and very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff made for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean. Staff were very efficient and friendly. Property is in walking distance of major hospitals in that area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service, cleanliness, restaurant and proximity to UPenn was great. Safe area, very walkable. Valet was very good. My second time staying at The Study—- I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, close to 30th Street Station so super easy to get to from the airport. The staff is wonderful and always helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eveeything was great + very clean and overall great experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jibril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and a lot of options
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Top-notch in every respect
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lingyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
safe and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The Study is everything that you want in a hotel. Very clean, quiet, sleek design, great location and so much more.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, safe. Location is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quick check in and very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
I worked in hospitality for over 15 years so I sometimes have unattainable expectations/ the Study was beautiful and clean property! The attached restaurant, The Co’op, had great service and the food was delicious. I would highly recommend The Study to anyone visiting University City!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025