With a stay at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia in Philadelphia (University City), you'll be steps from University of Pennsylvania and 11 minutes by foot from Drexel University. .This guesthouse is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Rittenhouse Square and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Pennsylvania Convention Center.
University of Pennsylvania - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Drexel University - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Franklin Field - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Fairmount Park - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles
Philadelphia Zoo - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
Getting around
40th St. Station - 2 min walk
30th St Station - 18 min walk
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 4 min walk
Panera Bread - 3 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 5 min walk
About this property
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)).
Stay in one of 12 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee.
Guests will find features like a virtual front desk.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance, smart lock
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 350.00 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 915510
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Niche
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Guesthouse
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Philadelphia
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Everything was surprisingly amazing from the free apple juice and water down in the waiting area all the way to the actual room that was perfectly air conditioned beautifully laid out and located in a modest area.
Polar cold AC, ideal for summer time. Good appliances and clean bathroom, clean unit. Super well located with main bus routes at the front door and metro station a block away.
The unit was great, with bright natural lighting and a clear room .
The room and bathroom were well maintained. The airconditioning was on and the room temperature was relaxing for a hot day outside.
Beautiful Big “Clean” rooms. Conveniently located to everything. This is a great find, when I comeback to visit my Son at Penn next month, this is where I will stay.
Ronald
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Carolyn
May 6, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was as advertised in the photos. Loved the space. The kitchenette was nicely stocked with dishes and a nice little coffee/tea station. . The amenities were thoughtful and helpful. The property is well maintained. My only warning would be: watch the stairs! There are a lot of them and the outdoor stairs can get slippery.
It was an amazing stay. Clean and cozy. It’s located in an ideal spot in the city. Would highly recommend. We’ll be booking again
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Dungang
Jun 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. But the shower place was not properly maintained. The drain was clogged and water cumulated quickly. The water was lukewarm even after running for 15 minutes. I felt chilly after taking the morning shower. It was disappointing if you could not take a hot shower in the morning.
It was okay at best. Loud, even during the night, with a bathroom door that doesn’t even close and a shower with plumbing issues. I wouldn’t stay here again but it’s okay for 1 night.
Best apartment i’ve ever stayed in in Phili. I go back and forth a lot to visit my daughter in the University City area and this was fantastic. Will be back!