Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia
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Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia Review
The 3-star Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia hotel is located in the University City district of Philadelphia and offers a swimming pool and a fitness club. The family-friendly hotel is situated right in the centre of Philadelphia, 10 minutes' drive from such cultural attractions as the bronze Art Museum Steps.
On weekends, this Philadelphia hotel serves a hot breakfast from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The nearby dining options feature Clarkville, which is a mere 100 metres away.
This Philadelphia property has a perfect setting within 10 minutes' drive of Please Touch Hands-on Museum, while natural sights like Independence National Historical Park are about 15 minutes away by car. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting the sports stadium "Franklin Field", 20 minutes' stroll from the Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia.
Staying at the accommodation, guests get perfect access to the friendly science museum "Franklin Institute" - an educational site located 3.3 km away.
Some of the 136 air-conditioned rooms at this Philadelphia property are furnished with a writing desk, and appointed with tea and coffee making facilities. They are outfitted with comfortable decor. A bathtub, along with such amenities as hairdryers and bathrobes, are also at guests' disposal.
Homewood Suites University City Philadelphia hotel is near an underground station and Chester Avenue & 42nd Street bus stop is merely a 5-minute walk away.
Highlights at the Homewood Suites University City include a fitness centre, recreational facilities, and a golf course. This Philadelphia property offers a business centre where guests can use a xerox and a desk.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Wonderful hip new hotel with a zoo and an oceanarium.
- Central location in a decent area.
- Within 10 minutes' walk of Honest Tom's Taco Shop.
- Reasonably large units with a kitchen available with a shower and a large bathroom.
- Some units with nice decor.
- Restaurant that offers freshly cooked local cuisine.
- Excellent service provided.
- Rates are great.
- Wi-Fi was weak for such a hotel.
- A few staff members might seem incompetent 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.)