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Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia

4.0 star property
4-star guest house near University of Pennsylvania

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Exterior
Interior entrance
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)
Staircase
Interior detail

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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4003 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
  • Place, University of Pennsylvania
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Drexel University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin Field
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

Queen Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

Queen Studio with Kitchenette (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Accessible Queen Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Philadelphia

University City stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this University City guesthouse, you'll find University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. Philadelphia Museum of Art and Rittenhouse Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Drexel University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Franklin Field - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fairmount Park - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Philadelphia Zoo - 6 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • 40th St. Station - 2 min walk
  • Philadelphia University City Station - 3 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪U-Town - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trieu's Chinese Food Truck - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia

4-star guest house near University of Pennsylvania
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia offers its guests laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 4-star Philadelphia guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • No smoking on site
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)).

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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

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 350.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 915510

Property is also known as

Niche
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Guesthouse
Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Philadelphia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia to the airport?

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia is 10.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia on May 6, 2026 start from CA $214, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia.

Does Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia offer free breakfast?

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (8-min drive) and Rivers Casino (9-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia have a pool?

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia does not have a pool.

Does Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia to downtown Philadelphia?

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia is 2 mi away from Philadelphia.

Kasa The Niche University City Philadelphia Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 77 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

AleX

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Matt

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was uncomfortably warm and AC would not switch to cool. I opened the window and that helped cool the room. The shower drain was clogged and the water did not drain. Bed and bedding was very comfortable. Complimentary snacks and drinks were very appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kareem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Catherina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room - noise maker was key - and made all the different in a city setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Brooke

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

No AC.

Room was clean upon arrival. However the heat was BLASTING and we had no control despite there being a temperature “control” panel in the room. We tried to do everything to cool the room but it stayed at 85 each night and it was absolutely miserable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kareem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Domenico

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Kitchen was nice and the room and Bathroom were clean and comfortable. We had an excellent dinner and date night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, the hotel was a good value--an attractive room and a comfortable bed in a good location. Access to the room was effortless. Communication was not so good. I tried to ask a question and received no answer. Most of the time, I felt I was communicating with a bot. Also, there was a thin layer of dust on all the surfaces when I arrived. I'm guessing that some repairs were made after the room had been cleaned.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Allison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a mouse running around my room and when I contacted the staff via text, I was only given the option to switch to another room. This would be insufficient since the mouse eventually left my room by crawling under the front door. The response from the facility was totally abhorrent and the idea that they have a rodent problem is disgusting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Xiang Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great except I didn't know we were on the 3rd floor and there was no elevator. So, we had to haul 5 different pieces of luggage up 3 flights of stairs to our room. Otherwise, a great stay. Very clean. Centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Mouse in my room.

I saw a mouse in my room on my second night. I emailed and message the supposed 24/7 hour service to check out the situation or get me a different room. In which they couldn't because they were fully booked which I completely understood but they kept telling me they would have someone come out the next morning but never sent anyone out. As a customer I was very uncomfortable staying in the room and ultimately nothing being done to address the situation other than telling me lies and suggesting that I buy mouse traps.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy access. No frills. All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelman

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It looks exactly how it looks on the picture place is amazing and great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wesley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

LaRhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
So the site itself was nice, but my stay was full of issues for what I was paying per night. Although customer service was prompt and responsive, they didn’t offer accommodations until I mentioned it. My first room had a really bad water leaks from the room above (I had to use a trash can to catch the water and towels). Once I reported this, maintenance came the next day and of course the leak never revealed itself so they were unable to repair. If I had not requested to move I would’ve stayed the entire stay in that room. The next room had a huge roach in it and putty all in the shower from previous repairs (it looked like a bunch of soap clogging the drain) and neither rooms had heat, and unfortunately I was there during this weird May cold front we experienced. Although my stay wasn’t the best I would probably still recommend Kasa for people looking for something quick and in a decent area, as long as they can walk up steep stairs!
Shower
Trashcan I used.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denzel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never got the Cancellation

We never got to check in… apparently they sent an email that I never received. Please request a refund! Not sure who they sent the email to but it clearly doesn’t state where the original email was sent, I’ve checked every inbox and never received anything, even if I searched for the email that forwarded me the cancellation email
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhenbang

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devanshu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great boutique hotel in West Philly

No frills and easy access to the room. Room was clean and had modern amenties. Location at 40th and Chestnut was perfect. Note there is no hotel staff on site but everything is done via text. I only wish they bad luggage storage after check out but otherwise an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location and pleasant. Problems: air conditioner condensation dripped all over the kitchen counter and onto the floor, making it unsanitary and unsafe. They need to put a drain in. Also, steep stairs are difficult for me and they were not shown in the site info before booking. Other than this, room was nice. Bathroom was great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!!! I wanna book all the time now
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025