University City, a neighborhood in Philadelphia, is home to TheU-BnB. Please Touch Museum and Aronimink Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rittenhouse Square and Fort Washington State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Xfinity Mobile Arena or Citizens Bank Park. Visit our Philadelphia travel guide
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
TheU-BnB
Laundry facilities, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free apartment building. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with cable channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a sitting area and a coffee/tea maker. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
TheU-BnB offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
3 units
Access via exterior corridors
Connecting units available
Garden
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from January 23 2025 to January 22 2027 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property provides air mattresses as extra beds.
Property Registration Number 793977
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is TheU-BnB pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at TheU-BnB?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at TheU-BnB?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is TheU-BnB located?
Located in University City, this apartment building is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from University of Pennsylvania and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Museum of Art. Bartram's Garden and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania are also within 2 mi (3 km). Chester Ave & 47th St Tram Stop and 48th & Chester Ave Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
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Reviews
TheU-BnB Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
7.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 84 reviews
10 - Excellent
34
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 84 reviews
8 - Good
28
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 84 reviews
6 - Okay
11
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 84 reviews
4 - Poor
5
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 84 reviews
2 - Terrible
6
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
don
Nov 25, 2023
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Staircase is ENTIRELY TOO Small.
Bathroom needs to be updated.
Needs more comfortable Mattress.
TV system was not working properly.
don
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill
Dec 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, great host, would use again
Jill
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
William
Jun 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great place with helpful staff.
William
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
ryan
Apr 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close drive to downtown, live casino, Lincoln financial field, and Wells Fargo center. Would recommend place to stay in Philadelphia.
ryan
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy
Jun 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location. Very clean and comfortable. Loved the city views at night. Easy walking distance to trolley and Penn.
Nancy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Nov 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Good spot in West Philly
Good location. Comfy space.
Very nice & helpful owner.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gerald
Aug 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were a short Uber drive from the airport. Lots of on street parking. The unit was very nice.
Gerald
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Keri
Jul 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an overall good stay. We walked around Philadelphia and went to a Phillies game. We rode the city-provided bikes back from the game. There is a liquor store and a corner bodega on the same block.The BnB was nice. It had everything we needed.
Keri
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Dolly
Aug 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Would stay there again if mattress was updated
Owner was super fast with communication which was amazing. Place was clean and beautiful. Location was not what i expected. Bed could have been more comfortable, but other than the bed, very homey. Washer and dryer was a great convenience.
Dolly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deborah J.
Oct 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Communication was excellent. Issue with number of towels and bedding resolved promptly. Property was clean and kitchen was up to date. Would like to return in better weather to use the outside amenities. Overall, the facility added to the trip at a reasonable price for the area.
Deborah J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jun 12, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
I wouldn't call this place luxury. It was comfortable enough overall but there was a lot of noise from neighbors at all hours and a leak in the kitchen.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
8/10 Good
Joshua
Jul 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Communication
Great place, but a lock problem.
Place was clean, pleasant and well-equipped. Surprisingly quiet! Comfortable bed and good appliances.
One big negative: it was VERY hard to get in. The lockbox is mechanical & doesn’t work well. Had a hard time leaving as well, same reason. He should get a digital one.
Joshua
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
4/10 Poor
Devin
Apr 30, 2024
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
roof leaks into the bedroom while it’s raining, and there is a lot of mold around the area of the leak.
the staircase up to the bedroom is falling apart
Devin
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Gessie
Aug 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was close enough to take an Uber into the main city part of Philadelphia. The bedding was very comfortable. Communication with the host was great and they messaged me throughout my stay to see if I needed anything which I appreciated. I liked that there was a full kitchen and living/dining area. The kitchen and living area is reached by a narrow spiral staircase. I only went up there a couple times but the space was nice. The spiral staircase wasn't too much of a problem for me personally, but it is something to keep in mind if you are a person with mobility issues. The price was great considering it was a full apartment to myself. Overalll I enjoyed my stay and would book here again if I stay in Philadelphia in the future.
Gessie
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Cheryl
Jun 6, 2022
Liked: Room comfort, communication
Weekend Roots Stay
The outside of the property wasn’t clean, it was trash and boxes that smelled outside. That wasn’t a good sight to see. Upon entering the unit, the bed had particles on it that I had to brush/ clean off. The towels in the bathroom didn’t looked clean. So, I went out and got my own. Besides that everything was ok and comfortable.
Cheryl
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
2/10 Terrible
Joseph
May 12, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
I want my money back!
When I ariveed I couldn't enter the place, because the code I was given didn’t work. I called to get assistance, but no one answered. I had to book another location for the night. I called Hotels.com the next day for assistance with a refund. When they called the property managers they received no answer as well. I had to book a third location for the weekend. I still haven't received a refund.
Joseph
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ning
Aug 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very convenient location, Dining, grocery shopping, outdoor exercising, public transportation, all within a few minutes walking distance.
Overall house condition is okay. Quite old, only partially renovated. Also a bit noisy when the air conditioner or the washer is running. On the other hand, it is spacious and not pricy.
The kitchen and the in-house laundry is very convenient.
The stairs may be the only thing that took me a little while to get used to. Fortunately, my size is small. If you are tall and strong, this may not be a good option for you.
Owner is also very nice and flexible. So I was able to do an early check in without dragging my luggage on the street for hours.
Overall I like my stay here.
Poor communication with the code to enter the property. Email not received. Had to call them. Property is a tad hyped up on the website. The biggest disappointment was the BEDROOM! There was basically a COT in the room ……. that was it!!!! Not even a stand with a small lamp. The COT just was in the middle of the floor. Nothing else. If you’re staying in the city and have no plans of going outside of it, the location is perfect (however, not the best of neighborhoods). If you are going outside of the city, it’s a rather aggravating drive. I would not recommend it for that. A 1 or 2 night stay IN THE CITY is good though. Would not book again.
Brenda
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rochelle
Oct 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
West Philly's Best Kept Secret - INCREDIBLE
My stay here was so enjoyable that I already miss it, I was sad to leave, and I can't wait to go back! TheU-BnB has to be West Philly's best kept lodging secret --- I normally stay in hotels but this trip opted to try something different, and I am SO glad I did! From the moment I booked, I felt completely comfortable -- the communication from the owner was immediate and detailed. I arrived in the wee hours of the morning and struggled to find parking on the street (Friday night) but I managed, and the rest of my stay it was totally doable, I was able to park very close. So much was within walking distance, as well -- the location is excellent. The apartment has been renovated very well, it's SO clean, and oh-so-charming! And perfectly affordable! I was a little nervous about the spiral staircase but I got used to it and I absolutely LOVE the vibe. (It should be noted that the bathroom is on the second level of the main floor apt, in case you struggle with stairs.) I found the bed to be super comfortable and the bedding is soft and welcoming after a long day of touring Philly. The back patio is totally private and relaxing, as well. I literally CANNOT say enough about how much I love this place, and I can't wait to go back!! THANK YOU for such an incredible experience!!!
Rochelle
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lolita
Jun 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was great and the apartment was very comfortable.
Lolita
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Dimitry
Jun 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Was pretty good: I would rate it 4/5 because the stairs is so tiny and if you’re someone who have big thighs like I do, then I can be really annoying if you forget something downstairs, I didn’t even bring my suitcase upstairs because the stairs wouldn’t have enough space for myself and a suitcase. The fan above the bed was dusty so I wiped some parts with toilet paper, sheets had a really heavy smell so I had my friend bring me one. Used my own towel as well because I didn’t trust the cleanliness. The street parking can be really bothersome because I’m so used to having endless places to park in Florida that it became difficult to adjust, I was lucky twice that I was able to find one parking space by the church or a bit further down. Fridge was clean, downstairs looked nice, quiet neighborhood even though it’s west Philly.
Dimitry
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Toriano
Apr 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was great for my weekend stay in Philly. Home away from home. There was no staff or property manager onsite but they reached out everyday to make sure everything was ok. The location was close to the attractions I wanted to see . The neighbors were nice and there was a convenient store and doughnut shop within walking distance. I would stay again.
Toriano
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany
Apr 24, 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Safe n comfortable
Tiffany
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
6/10 Okay
Miriam
Mar 14, 2022
Never again!
Garbage from prior renters wss not taken out pizza boxes were left on counters. Refrigerator did not work, there is no sofa bed, and during my stay was a snow atorm all 3 night i was there heat did not work apt heat did not go above 67 degrees.
Miriam
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
Feb 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Successful couples trip
Great time. Room was great, parking was good, area was nice. Would recommend