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 an 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.