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Check-in time: 3:00 PM Check-out time: 3:00 PM
Location. The Sheraton Philadelphia University City hotel is located in Philadelphia, Pa., just one block from the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. The Philadelphia Zoo, home to more than 1,500 rare and exotic animals including red pandas, king cobras, golden lion tamarins and northern bald eagles, is two miles from the hotel. Hotel Features. The hotel houses two lobbies. Murals in the hotel have Philadelphia themes. The hotel lobby includes a spiral staircase. Dining is available at the hotel's Pallet Restaurant. The hotel's business facilities include more than 11,500 square feet of meeting space with meeting rooms featuring leather executive chairs. The hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool and sundeck with views of the city's skyline. This Philadelphia hotel houses a fitness center with cardiovascular equipment. Complimentary high-speed Internet access is available in the hotel's main lobby. The hotel is decorated with Philadelphia-made china in lighted cabinets. The hotel includes an on-site gift shop and florist. Guestrooms. Guestrooms at the Sheraton Philadelphia University City hotel are furnished with Sweet Sleeper beds which have Sealy Posturpedic Plush Top mattresses and down pillows. Guestrooms include complimentary high-speed Internet access and oversized desks. Guestrooms provide extra sitting space with upholstered chairs and ottomans. Gold framed mirrors are mounted above the guestroom beds. Expert Tip. Guests at the hotel are invited to daily gatherings in the main lobby. These events include wine tastings and special breakfasts.
Zoo Promotion
Book a stay in a qualifying rate category now - December 30, 2009 and receive the following:
Accommodations as selected
Two zoo tickets with a map, zoo pencil, and exclusive “Insider Tips”
10% gift shop savings coupon for use in all zoo gift shops
US$3 donation to the zoo’s conservation funds
Scavenger hunt to complete at the zoo and return to the hotel for a gift
Must book “Zoo Promotion” rate category to qualify. Promotion includes two admission tickets to the zoo per room booked. Offer is not redeemable for cash and any unused portion is forfeited. Rates are per room, per night, based on single/double occupancy and availability and do not include additional per room per night charges that may be imposed or state/local taxes. A limited number of rooms may be available at these rates and additional restrictions and blackout dates may apply. The zoo is closed on Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2009), December 24, 25, and 31, 2009, and on January 1, 2010. Advance reservations required. Offer not applicable to groups. Not to be combined with other offers or promotions.
Number of Rooms: 316 Number of Floors: 20
Business Center, Fitness Equipment , Conference Room(s) , Elevator/Lift , Business services , Security guard , Bar/lounge , Restaurant(s) in hotel , Room service (limited hours) , ATM/banking , Concierge services , Gift shops or newsstand , Pets accepted , Number of rooms: 316 , Number of floors: 20, Event catering , Air-conditioned public areas , Patio , Parking (surcharge) , Tour assistance , Breakfast available (surcharge) , Multilingual staff , Complimentary newspapers in lobby , 24-hour front desk , Porter/bellhop , Express check-out , Banquet facilities , Internet access - wireless , Ballroom(s) , Internet access in public areas - high speed , Internet access in public areas - complimentary , Meeting rooms (small groups) , Parking (secure) , Swimming pool - outdoor seasonal , Wedding services , Express check- in , Dry cleaning/laundry service
Coffee/tea maker , Housekeeping , Wake-up calls , Hair dryer , Iron/ironing board , Desk , Video-game console , Clock radio , Rollaway beds , Internet access - high speed , Cribs (infant beds) available , Pay movies , Voice mail , Premium bedding , Premium TV channel(s) , Electronic/magnetic keys , Extra towels/bedding in room , Air conditioning , Cable/satellite TV , Complimentary newspaper (M-F) , Multi-line phone , Complimentary toiletries , Free local calls , Internet access - wireless , Internet access - complimentary , Wake-up calls , Coffee/tea maker , Housekeeping , Hair dryer , Iron/ironing board , Clock radio , Desk , Video-game console , Premium bedding , Pay movies , Voice mail , Rollaway beds , Cribs (infant beds) available , Internet access - high speed , Premium TV channel(s) , Electronic/magnetic keys , Extra towels/bedding in room , Air conditioning , Cable/satellite TV , Multi-line phone , Complimentary toiletries , Complimentary newspaper (M-F) , Free local calls , Internet access - wireless , Internet access - complimentary , Wake-up calls , Hair dryer , Iron/ironing board , Clock radio , Desk , Video-game console , Premium bedding , Pay movies , Voice mail , Rollaway beds , Internet access - high speed , Cribs (infant beds) available , Coffee/tea maker , Electronic/magnetic keys , Extra towels/bedding in room , Air conditioning , Cable/satellite TV , Multi-line phone , Complimentary toiletries , Complimentary newspaper (M-F) , Premium TV channel(s) , Housekeeping , Free local calls , Internet access - wireless , Internet access - complimentary , Wake-up calls , Coffee/tea maker , Housekeeping , Hair dryer , Iron/ironing board , Clock radio , Desk , Video-game console , Premium bedding , Pay movies , Voice mail , Rollaway beds , Cribs (infant beds) available , Internet access - high speed , Premium TV channel(s) , Electronic/magnetic keys , Extra towels/bedding in room , Air conditioning , Cable/satellite TV , Multi-line phone , Complimentary toiletries , Complimentary newspaper (M-F) , Free local calls , Internet access - wireless , Internet access - complimentary
University of Pennsylvania: 1 block
Drexel University: 1 block
Annenberg Center: 2 blocks
Rittenhouse Square: 1.0 mile
Pennsylvania Convention Center: 2.0 miles
Philadelphia Zoo: 2.0 miles
Independence Hall: 3.0 miles
Minimum check-in age 18 Check-in time is 3 PM Check-out time is Noon
You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.