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Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Philadelphia, near University of Pennsylvania

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Queen Studio with Kitchenette (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, electric kettle, toaster, freezer
Staircase
Queen Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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4003 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • University of Pennsylvania
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Queen Studio with Kitchenette (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Studio with Kitchenette (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

  • 399 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Accessible Queen Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Philadelphia

Located in University City within a short walk of Drexel University, Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as University of Pennsylvania. Each of the 12 rooms at this 4-star guesthouse includes an electric kettle, an LCD TV, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
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What's nearby

  • Drexel University - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Pennsylvania - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Rittenhouse Square - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • 40th St. Station - 2 min walk
  • Philadelphia University City Station - 3 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Saxbys Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia

Guesthouse in Philadelphia, near University of Pennsylvania
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Washers/dryers, electric kettles, and ironing boards are also standard.

Languages

English

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 350.00 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 915510

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Niche
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Guesthouse
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

This guesthouse is situated in University City within a short 17-minute walk of Franklin Field and also 19 minutes on foot from Penn Museum. You'll also find Philadelphia Museum of Art and Rittenhouse Square within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia have a casino at the property?

No, Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include kitchenettes and Netflix in some accommodations.

Are there hot tubs at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia.

Does Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

The closest major airport to Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), which is 10.2 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field), which is located 21.9 mi away (45-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia.

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 50 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nolan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing stay. Clean and cozy. It’s located in an ideal spot in the city. Would highly recommend. We’ll be booking again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

wilbert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron, Warren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
na
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space is very nice, modern and clean. It is a walk up, so if you have luggage you need to be prepared to go up steep stairs as there is no elevator. They were very responsive to my questions and concerns. It is conveniently located to the University of Pennsylvania. It is in a generally safe area, but it is not an area you want to venture too far by yourself at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Weichen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The place is nice and clean. However, the stairway is very narrow, making it hard to move my luggage up and down the stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Niche is simple, easy and well priced. No frills but has everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good

Nice and quite place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

A literal party wall

Industrial chic recently renovated. A bar with music into the wee hours is adjacent to the bedroom. If you like eavesdropping on bar patrons and dancing to your favorite reggae beats, the bedroom is a prime spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Souranil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Mengxi

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
An awesome location if you’re visiting Penn campus, easy walk, lots of food, groceries & Starbucks right there. Street parking is easy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was very nice and clean, however the lock on the door was loose but still functioned and the only amenity was a fridge which was good for storing snacks and a coffee maker that did not work. Other than those two things I found the place very chic clean and safe and the local area very nice. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great short stay.

Very good experience room was nice a cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Do not stay here if you want to sleep.

Misery from start to finish. Bar downstairs blasts music non-stop - Niche pretends to care but does nothing that makes a difference. YOU CANNOT "SLEEP" HERE - which is all we wanted the place for... We reserved at the last minute as we were driving several hours to Philadelphia. Unfortunately after we reserved thru hotels.com (and pre-paid for both nights), we were sent emails that we did not see while driving for 5 hours. We arrived expecting to have information about how to enter the property, instead we had an email demanding that we immediately send a deposit worth more than the hotel rooms - and which was NEVER mentioned on hotels.com. (Bad on them too). Niche also wanted photos of my ID & credit card - even though I had already paid for the room and was not about to send that info over the internet. It took 45 minutes of phone calls to deal with their requirements while we were exhausted and dying to use the bathroom. Finally got in .... Room is ok, basic, one cup in the entire room. Cheap amenities... We were immediately assaulted by insanely loud music ... unfortunately music was louder when we came back to go to bed. Both nights we were kept up by loud music - niche offered a different room, but we had already settled in and I don't think it would make a difference - the music was overwhelming. The problem is cheap windows and a bar downstairs that doesn't care. (I did ask that they turn the outside speakers down).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Anne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spacious apartments/rooms, very clean. Good location.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Shashank

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The blinds were broken.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great people with a great apartment to stay in, would for sure recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kaley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, responsive booking, etc., will definitely be staying here again! The area is totally walkable, easy parking, it's right by Penn but also just a normal neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Depends what you’re looking for

Loved the apartment. Hated the onerous pre-checkin process and requirements. Not worth a short stay. Also note there’s no elevator and the stairs are steep, so not for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Eunkyoung

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021