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TheU-BnB

3.5 star property

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TheU-BnB provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

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  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,449 reviews
The price is SAR 661
SAR 769 total
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20 Jul - 21 Jul
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About the neighborhood

University City, a neighborhood in Philadelphia, is home to TheU-BnB. Reading Terminal Market and Cherry Hill Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rittenhouse Square and Fairmount Park. Philadelphia Zoo and Pennsylvania Convention Center are not to be missed. Visit our Philadelphia travel guide
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1128 S 47th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

What's nearby

  • A person wearing a black T-shirt with a quote on the back.
    Clarence Clark park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic building with a flag, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
    University of Pennsylvania
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A Drexel University building, Market Street, and traffic lights.
    Drexel University
    7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Franklin Field
    8 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Chester Ave & 47th St Tram Stop
    3 min walk
  • Philadelphia 49th Street Station
    5 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yi Chung Wei Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Vietnam Café
    7 min walk
  • Little Delicious
    6 min walk
  • Asad’s Hot Chicken
    4 min walk
  • Loco Pez - West Philly
    8 min walk

About this property

TheU-BnB

  • Apartment near University of Pennsylvania
  • TheU-BnB provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • Smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Separate sitting areas, kitchens, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping available once per stay
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • 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

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 within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Pennsylvania, Rittenhouse Square, and Philadelphia Museum of Art. Fairmount Park is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away. 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

8.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 84 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

don

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, great host, would use again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great place with helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ryan

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location. Very clean and comfortable. Loved the city views at night. Easy walking distance to trolley and Penn.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Good spot in West Philly

Good location. Comfy space. Very nice & helpful owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Keri

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dolly

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Joshua

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Devin

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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gessie

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ning

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

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!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lolita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was great and the apartment was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dimitry

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Toriano

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Safe n comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Miriam

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Successful couples trip

Great time. Room was great, parking was good, area was nice. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022