Aka University City, Philadelphia
Overview
Conveniently situated merely 6 minutes' stroll from Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion, Aka University City Philadelphia hotel offers fitness classes, a health club, and a shared lounge. This 42-story hotel is in the very heart of a business area, a few moments from the private research University of Pennsylvania.
Location
The 4-star hotel is located in the very heart of Philadelphia 1.9 miles from Philadelphia Zoo and 1.6 miles from Pennsylvania Convention Center. Pampering its guests with wellness experiences, Boathouse Row Recreation Center is around 25 minutes by foot from the non-smoking Aka University City.
The Philadelphia accommodation is also not far from the Schuylkill River. Families traveling to Philadelphia will enjoy being 2.6 miles from the diverse Adventure Aquarium.
The Philadelphia hotel is right near Walnut St & 23rd St bus station.
Rooms
The 88 rooms at the property comprise a sitting area. Some rooms include a private bathroom.
Eat & Drink
Drinks are available at the lounge bar. The bar area includes a lounge area. The nearby dining opportunities include Sandy's Lunch, which is just 6 minutes by foot from the hotel.
Leisure & Business
The residential Aka University City Philadelphia has a swimming pool and a state-of-the-art Technogym center.
License number: 771308
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free 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
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- 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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