The Study at University City

Hotels
8.9 (1533 reviews)
20 South 33rd Street , Philadelphia , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Cons:
No breakfast included
Minor maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.35
The hotel was very clean, though some concerns about room maintenance were mentioned.
Service
9.35
Outstanding service from staff, particularly noted for their warmth and helpfulness.
Location
9.35
Great location near UPenn and Drexel, with a safe neighborhood.
Room Quality
8.85
Spacious and well-equipped rooms, though minor issues were reported with amenities.
Amenities
8.85
Well-equipped and modern facilities that met most guests' needs.
Value for Money
8.85
Good value considering the quality of stay and location.
Food and Beverage
8.35
No breakfast included, but some coffee and tea options available in the morning.
Overall Experience
9.25
Positive overall experience highlighted by excellent service and convenience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 22:00

Property Description

Sophisticated Accommodations
Experience refined accommodations at The Study at University City, Study Hotels in Philadelphia. Each air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom, with some rooms offering a cozy sitting area for relaxation. Indulge in comfort with provided bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of an on-site restaurant and a 24-hour front desk during your stay. Located near The University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, with the Philadelphia Museum of Art just a short distance away, this hotel offers a prime location for exploring the city.

Ideal Location
Situated adjacent to prestigious universities and cultural landmarks, The Study at University City, Study Hotels provides easy access to the best of Philadelphia. Book now and elevate your stay in the City of Brotherly Love.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 46 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1533 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.35
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 8.85
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Joseph • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • us
9
Outstanding stat
Pros:

Clean, friendly, comfortable, good dized room, easy walk to medical appointment

Cons:

All ok

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • gb
10
Would and have stayed again
Pros:

Nice, clean and in a great location just hop on the bus down town.

Cons:

No nothing about the property, my on problem was on some days my poached egg was hard 😳😂😂

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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barbara • couple • us
9
Although it was a little pricey this particular weekend, it was a great stay.
Pros:

The location is perfectly near both Drexel University and Penn.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Alexes • extended_group • us
8
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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williamson • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Proximity to Amtrak

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
• couple • us
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Zhuoyun • couple • us
10
Great staff
Pros:

Close to UPenn

Cons:

None

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Mitchell • extended_group • us
7
Pros:

Clean, location

Cons:

Room was small

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • us
8
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Antonella • couple • us
10
The staff was very helpful and accommodating.
Pros:

The room size and that I was able to get a double room.

Cons:

The cost for one night was a bit high.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • us
10
We loved lounging in the lobby looking at books and loved the ease of the location. Great view on the 9th floor. The gi
Pros:

Convenient to UPenn. Clean and loved all the books, daily news, valet and the restaurant.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Britt • couple • us
10
We love it at the Study!
Pros:

We loved our extra stop space in our room. Our daughter sided it to study. The windows and natural light is amazing. We love the sheets and mattresses. And the location close tit the train station

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Britt • family_with_children • us
10
We love it here always.
Pros:

The design of the rooms in the theme of the STudy. The light wood. The sheets and mattresses. The lobby. So many big windows and the amount of sunlight that comes in to each hotel room. We love the bathrooms and shower water pressure.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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joel • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Elinor • couple • us
9
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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haijun • family_with_children • cn
7
Pros:

房间设施简洁，干净

Cons:

咖啡壶，冰箱，瓶装水，啥都没有

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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dharinia2024 • Family
10
An amazing stay at The Study at University City
Pros:

We stayed at The Study University City this past weekend--We were there for the US Nationals Squash tournament. This is our Go-To hotel, whenever we come to Philly for a Squash tournament. I was there with my 2 young children and we had a large King room.
From check in to check out, we had an amazing stay. The front desk staff was so pleasant and kind upon arrival- storing our luggage since we arrived early and our rooms weren't quite ready yet. We were offered water.
When we got our rooms exactly on time as promised--the rooms were very clean, comfortable, large windows with plenty of light and beds are extremely comfortable. Plenty of fresh towels and very nice bath toiletries, plenty of closet space and drawers to store and a safe in the room for valuables. We had a room on the 9th floor with very nice views of Philadelphia skyline.
I also liked that the windows had 2 sets of blinds--so you could completely darken the room when sleeping but only keep one shade down during the day if you want some light to filter through. Very smart!
The hotel is so convenient if you are visiting in the University area---so close to Penn, Drexel, and Arlen Specter Center, just a 5 minute walk to each. Plenty of good restaurants and cafes nearby.
We requested our rooms to be serviced each day and it was always done nicely so that when we returned after being at the tournament all day, it was nice to come to a clean room with fresh towels, and water.

The Valet service offered at hotel is also very convenient.
I particularly love the Study's lobby as it is large, open and plenty of light with many couches and comfortable seating to lounge in. The florals display is just beautiful.
The complimentary coffee station in the lobby every morning is a nice touch.

We love the Co-Op restaurant at the hotel which is lovely for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant has very good ambience, a nice bar, and the menu is awesome with many good options. The food is incredibly good--my kids loved the pancakes at breakfast and I loved the Avocado toast. For dinner, practically everything on the menu is so good. I had the linguine and clams which was very well made. The spaghetti bolognese is very good, as are all the salads, cheese plates, wine selections, all very high end.
The staff at Co-Op super friendly and efficient. Very pleasant staff, we had a party of 30 people for dinner one evening the staff was so kind, pleasant and really did an amazing job with bringing our food and drinks on time and getting all the orders correct. Really amazing service, and the manager is lovely and very conscious that the customers are happy.

Thank you to the The Study hotel and staff for an amazing stay---We really enjoyed it!

All my best,

Mrs. Dharini Aggarwal

2026-03-23 • via Tripadvisor
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Susan • couple • us
10
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Kamillah • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee