Aka University City, Philadelphia
Overview
Aka University City Philadelphia hotel is around a 25-minute stroll from Philadelphia Museum of Art and has an indoor pool plus a fitness club. Conveniently located in the very heart of a business area, only steps away from the private research University of Pennsylvania, this 42-story hotel features 87 rooms.
Location
The 4-star hotel is located 0.3 miles from Walnut Street Bridge and approximately 300 feet from Penn Park. Sports fans can also visit the sports stadium "Franklin Field", only 0.6 miles from the residential Aka University City, and take their families to the 42-acre Victorian Philadelphia Zoo, which is about a 10-minute drive away.
The property is also within reach of the Schuylkill River. The bronze Art Museum Steps is not far from the hotel, while Philadelphia, PA is situated merely a 10-minute stroll away.
Bolt bus station can be found 0.3 miles away, and the closest subway station 30th Street is 0.2 miles from the Aka University City Philadelphia.
Rooms
A sitting area are included in the rooms for guests' convenience. They also come with private bathrooms.
Eat & Drink
Breakfast is served in the restaurant. Drinks are available at the lounge bar. The bar area includes a lounge area. The nearby dining opportunities include Walnut Street Cafe, which is just around the corner from the Aka University City.
Leisure & Business
For your leisure and relaxation, a sundeck, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities, along with yoga classes, are provided.
License number: 771308
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Elevator
- Fireplace
- Electric vehicle charging station
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Dry cleaning
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Recommended for:
Swim at Level28 Pool
Use the 72-foot indoor lap pool with floor-to-ceiling windows for swimming or water aerobics, located on the 28th floor.
Visit Institute of Contemporary Art
See works by Andy Warhol and Robert Mapplethorpe at this cultural institution, featuring modern art exhibitions.
Explore Schuylkill River Trail
Walk, run, or bike along this 10-mile path through the city center, accessible from the hotel's location.
Dine at Walnut Street Café
Try New American cuisine and artisan cocktails at this restaurant in the Cira Centre complex lobby.
Location
Convenient Location
Philadelphia's University City is near the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
University City Neighborhood
The University City district is an academic and cultural hub, featuring attractions like the Franklin Institute and the Mutter Museum.
Local Bites to Try
Pat's King of Steaks, Jim's Steaks, and Reading Terminal Market offer classic cheesesteaks, pretzels, and diverse culinary options.
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