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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$ 373
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 348 reviews
348 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 373
Double room
C$ 461
King room
C$ 466

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Overview

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.

Latest deals for Aka University City

Thu 22/5
Fri 23/5
Standard Room
No inclusions
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C$ 373
/ night
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
C$ 466
/ night
No inclusions
1 king bed
C$ 535
/ night
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 461
/ night
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C$ 478
/ night
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C$ 558
/ night
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C$ 619
/ night
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Aka University City

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Kitchen

  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Air-conditioned
  • Heating

Accessibility and suitability

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

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Grocery deliveries

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Pool

  • Heated pool
  • Pool with a view
  • Indoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Game room

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Aka University City

8.9
Very good
348 verified ratings
Wonderful
246
Very good
35
Good
30
Okay
14
Fair
9
Mediocre
1
Poor
13

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10
Wonderful
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
  • Rittenhouse Square0.9 km
  • Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel1 km
  • The Franklin Institute1.1 km
  • The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton1.5 km
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art1.6 km
  • Philadelphia City Hall1.7 km
  • Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts1.7 km
  • Church of St. Luke and The Epiphany1.8 km
  • Loews Philadelphia Hotel1.9 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center2.2 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

When to book a room at Aka University City

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Aka University City

  • 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 9.9 km from Philadelphia. Aka University City is 47.5 km from Trenton-Mercer.

  • 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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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to downtown

2.5 km

Nearest Airport

Philadelphia

Distance to airport

9.5 km