THE STUDY AT UNIVERSITY CITY, STUDY HOTELS, Philadelphia – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Workspaces
The Study at University City offers 212 guestrooms, including King Rooms, Double Rooms, King Study rooms, University Suites, Executive Suites, Philadelphia Suite, and Presidential Suite. Rooms range from 355 to 855 square feet, with features like leather reading chairs, built-in bookshelves stocked with Strand Bookstore selections, and panoramic windows overlooking UPenn and Drexel University. The Philadelphia Suite includes a full kitchen, sleeper sofa, and an oversized bathroom with a soaking tub. All rooms have high-speed Wi-Fi, laptop-friendly safes, and keyless entry.
Dining at CO-OP
CO-OP, the hotel's restaurant, serves mid-Atlantic cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. The open-concept space has oversized doors for an outdoor feel in warm weather. Room service is available, featuring CO-OP's menu. Complimentary morning coffee, bottled water, and newspapers are provided in the Living Room café.
Discover & Connect
The hotel includes three museum cases displaying artifacts from nearby institutions like the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Academy of Natural Sciences. Custom writing desks with postcards encourage guests to send notes postage-free. The Living Room serves as a central hub for relaxation and socializing.
Prime University City Location
The hotel is at the corner of 33rd and Chestnut Streets, between Drexel University and the University of Pennsylvania. It's a 5-minute walk to 30th Street Station (Amtrak), Penn Medicine, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Nearby attractions include the Rodin Museum, Bartram's Garden, and Cira Green, a rooftop park.
Events & Services
The hotel has 7,000 square feet of event space with A/V technology and flexible layouts for conferences, workshops, or receptions. Catering is available with customizable menus. Services include complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge assistance, and accessible rooms with roll-in showers or tubs. The team provides personalized support for guests and event planners.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is located in a quiet university area near to everything with great views and really comfortable beds. The in-room desk was perfect for working. Although the price was a bit high, the value for money was still good overall.
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is fantastic, nestled in a quiet university area between universities. The rooms were so cozy and had a lovely view. The friendly staff made my experience even better. The only downside was the limited dining options, but overall, it was a great value for money.
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were cozy and had a perfect view, which made working at the desk so enjoyable. The beds were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. However, the price could have been slightly better, but the overall value for money was still decent.