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Aka University City
4 stars

Aka University City

2929 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, United States
Philadelphia, PA
See location+1 215 372 9000
From
C$ 322
Cheapest

rate per night

8.7
Very good
based on 339 reviews
339 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
C$ 322
Standard Room
C$ 409
Double room
C$ 492

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AKA University City is a 268-room luxury hotel in Philadelphia, located in the Cira Centre South building. This hotel occupies the top 18 floors of the building, providing guest rooms with sweeping views of the surrounding city. The guest rooms at this hotel are all furnished with ultra-luxury furnishings, linens, and technology to give guests all the creature comforts of home. The hotel also features plenty of amenities and facilities on the 28th floor, known as Level28, where guests will find a glass-enclosed pool that is Olympic-sized, a yoga area and 3D golf simulator, a Technogym fitness center, outdoor rooftop terrace with fire pits, a lounge, private screening room, and business center facilities.

The AKA University City offers its own Tesla house car for guest use, which can be reserved through the Resident Services Team. Guests can enjoy dining at the Walnut Street Cafe, located on the lobby level, or explore the unique elevated park space known as Cira Green, a one-acre landscaped park located right by the hotel. There is a dedicated doorman at this property, which also offers 24-hour front desk services for guest convenience. The Resident Services Team can provide recommendations, assistance with appointments and reservations, and more.

The AKA offers laundry and dry cleaning services for guests, as well as car rentals, limousine and Town Car service, and complimentary WiFi in all public areas and guest suites. The suites also include luxury beds and linens, flatscreen TVs, in-suite washer and dryer, living and dining areas, spa-like baths with separate tubs and showers, and an assortment of bath amenities and luxurious perks. All rooms offer 10-foot ceilings and huge windows for stunning views of the Philadelphia area.

Rating
8.7
Very good
Based on 339 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Aka University City

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchen

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • River view
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Lake view
  • Telephone
  • City view

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • No smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge

Pool

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Pool with a view

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Game room

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Aka University City

8.7
Very good
339 verified ratings
Wonderful
241
Very good
33
Good
28
Okay
14
Fair
9
Mediocre
1
Poor
13
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Anonymous, Oct 2019
Pros (+) locations, suite with kitchen and washer and dryer
Cons (-) everything was great- just a steamer for clothes but that's pretty specific!

Location

2929 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania0.8 km
  • The Franklin Institute1.1 km
  • Barnes Foundation1.4 km
  • Rodin Museum1.4 km
  • Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul1.4 km
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art1.6 km
  • Historic City Hall1.6 km
  • Masonic Temple1.7 km
  • Macy's Center City1.8 km
  • Eastern State Penitentiary2 km
  • Reading Terminal Market2.1 km
  • Philadelphia Zoo2.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: 771308

Essential information about Aka University City

Low season

March

High season

March

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 493
Cheapest month to stay with an average 0% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 0% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Aka University City

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Top tips for your stay at Aka University City

  • The cheapest price a room at Aka University City was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 493, while the most expensive was C$ 493.
  • How long should you stay at Aka University City? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Aka University City

  • Where is Aka University City located?

    Aka University City is located at 2929 Walnut Street in University City, 2.5 km from the centre of Philadelphia. University of Pennsylvania is the closest landmark to Aka University City.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Aka University City?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Aka University City.

  • Does Aka University City offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Aka University City offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Aka University City from the airport?

    Aka University City is 9.5 km from Philadelphia. Aka University City is 47.2 km from Greater Wilmington.

  • Does Aka University City have a pool?

    Yes, Aka University City has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Aka University City hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Aka University City in Philadelphia and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Aka University City and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Aka University City.

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