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Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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3549 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA, 19104
  • Place, University of Pennsylvania
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Drexel University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin Field
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a bench, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a bench, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

Club Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Club Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a city view through the window.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Philadelphia

Located in University City, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel is adjacent to University of Pennsylvania and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Drexel University. This 332-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Drexel University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Franklin Field - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Philadelphia Zoo - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • 36th St Portal Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • 30th St Station - 10 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Molly Tea (UPenn) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Haraz Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪New Deck Tavern - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Guests of Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is available for USD 40.00 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in.
37-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Coffee makers, free local calls, and safes are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sang Kee Noodle House

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 20 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1974
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number 808699

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Philadelphia University City
Philadelphia University City Hotel
Philadelphia University City Sheraton
Sheraton Hotel Philadelphia University City
Sheraton Philadelphia University City
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Philadelphia Sheraton
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Resort
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Hotel
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Philadelphia
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Hotel Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel?

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel?

As of Sep 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel on Oct 11, 2026 start from $227, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel?

This hotel is situated in University City within a short 9-minute walk of Franklin Field and also 18 minutes on foot from Walnut Street. You'll also find Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania Convention Center within a short drive.

Does Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel serves breakfast for a surcharge at Sang Kee Noodle House.

Will Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay.

What is the closest airport to Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel?

The closest major airport to Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), which is 9.7 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is located 16.6 mi away (43-minute drive).

Does Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel.

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1013 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff that helped us with our stay. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is conveniently located near the university and a variety of excellent restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel. The employees were incredibly friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here while attending a football camp with my son and had a wonderful experience. The room was very clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The location was convenient and made getting to and from our activities stress-free. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice visit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great location for Annenberg music facility.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Easy walking distance to great food and the university we were visiting
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Parking was excellent, room was clean and spacious. Only complaint is there was no microwave. Other than that it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Under renovations and new construction, but all amenities were still available.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay. This was the cleanest hotel we stayed at in a long time. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Renovated hotel looks great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, clean room, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfortable with a lovely terrace. No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great one-night stay! The staff were friendly and professional throughout my visit. I was pleasantly surprised with an upgrade to a clean, newly renovated room on the 18th floor, which made the stay even better. The complimentary breakfast was a nice bonus. Overall, a very comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Professional and warm hearted staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff, clean room, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was well maintained and clean, with a very comfortable bed and large walk-in shower. Bathroom towels were well stocked (meaning the room didn’t need to be serviced every day). Perfect location for the Universities and easy access to Amtrak. Staff was very friendly as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated. Modern design, Very confortable rooms .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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