Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia
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Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia Review
Located nearly 25 minutes' walk from Philadelphia Museum of Art, the 3-star Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a private parking garage. Boasting a swimming pool, this Philadelphia hotel is nestled about 10 minutes' drive from natural attractions like Bartram's Garden.
Guests are invited to savour a hot breakfast from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends. Offering Middle Eastern meals, Kabobeesh is situated approximately 300 metres from the hotel.
The family-friendly accommodation is in the centre of the city, around 10 minutes' drive from the medical museum "College of Physicians of Philadelphia", and fairly close to 40th Street tube station. The University City district of Philadelphia, where the Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia sits, grants access to cultural attractions like Mutter Medical Museum, which is about a 10-minute drive away.
Guests will appreciate a perfect location around 5 minutes' walk from The Fresh Grocer of Walnut.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms comprise a seating area and a kitchen, and are furnished with a writing table. For more comfort, hair dryers and towels together with a hot tub are provided. A tub and a separate toilet are available in private bathrooms.
Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia is in proximity to 40th Street & Market Street bus station.
The Homewood Suites University City also features spa therapy, recreational facilities, and a golf course. Those on a business trip will benefit from a photocopier and a desk provided on site.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Brand-new hotel in a peaceful setting.
- Located directly in the University City district and a short walk from The Fresh Grocer of Walnut.
- Brand-new units with a kitchen available with a large bathroom, a bedroom and a shower.
- Some units with nice decor.
- Several dining options, including a fresh local fare.
- Excellent service provided.
- Excellent prices for the area.
- A few reports of quite limited breakfast quality.
- A few staff members might seem not very friendly at times.
Key Features
- private parking
- free wifi
- non-smoking rooms
- family rooms
- fitness centre
- facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- terrace
- tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Valet parking
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Relax
- Sun loungers
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Activities for Kids
- Children's buffet
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- The Franklin Institute 2.80 km (1.74 mi.)
- The Fresh Grocer of Walnut 250 m (820 ft)
- Association of Islamic Charitable Projects 470 m (1542 ft)
- Mutter Museum 2.48 km (1.54 mi.)
- Philadelphia Zoo 2.31 km (1.44 mi.)
- The Barnes Foundation 2.87 km (1.78 mi.)
- Institute of Contemporary Art 920 m (3018 ft)
- Art Museum Steps 2.46 km (1.53 mi.)
- Philadelphia Museum of Art 2.43 km (1.51 mi.)