Townhome holiday rentals in University City, Philadelphia

Eric’s place was everything shown in the picture but you don’t get the cozy feel until you get there. The kitchen and dining space allowed my guests and I to cook for multiple meals and actually enjoy sitting together at the table. I have a disability and having a bedroom and bathroom on the bottom level was ideal for my comfort which allowed me to be social and not worry about repeatedly climbing steps.

Tight street and a bit beat up in a few parts but clean and roomy and great hosts

It was a large unit. It fit a family of 7 with a small child without a problem. There are a lot of stairs. Parking can be little expensive. Easy to walk to restaurants and Historic sites. It felt like a very safe neighborhood. On a low traffic street so traffic noise was not too bad. Reasonably well equipped. There was a bathroom on every level.

It was a great deal for a large place right in the city, walkable to plenty of restaurants and things to do. The host was very responsive and friendly and had great recommendations in the area! On top of that, it was very clean and spacious! The lower floor was perfect for our older kids who loved having a separate living room area to play video games and ping pong without taking over the main living room.

Tuan is an excellent host! His place was perfect for our weekend getaway to Philly. Short inexpensive Uber to the sports complex. Easy & safe walk back after the shows. Less than 30 mins. Tuan knows how to run an Airbnb. His communication is unmatched. Very clear instructions. His place was stocked! Towels, linens, bathroom supplies, movies, games, snacks, coffee, beer! It truly was perfect for the 5 of us. I hope Tuan's place is available the next time we visit. My brother, who is super picky lol, rated everything we did over the weekend. He gave Tuan's place a 10/10. The rest of our crew agreed with him. Thank you Tuan for hosting us & for the memorable weekend!

GREAT space, warm and inviting, in a friendly walkable neighborhood. Samantha was a 'superhost' in the truest sense of the word, incredibly responsive and very accommodating and helpful. Would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend!

This is a wonderful place to stay with lots of excellent options for food and drinks nearby, and the location is very walkable to center city or the stadiums so long as the weather isn't bad. Megan was very quick to respond to my messages ahead of check-in and is very friendly with a good sense of humor. So, it's an excellent place with an outstanding host - I would absolutely try to book here again next time I need a place in town.

Spacious and great location! Great location just outside Chinatown. Quiet neighborhood. Large apartment with plenty of space - 2 floors, two bathrooms, and 4 bedrooms. There are two shared living room spaces with plenty of room to hang out together. Kitchen had everything needed to cook a meal and a dishwasher. Washer/Dryer was great to have as well. We rented this place for 4 adults and it could easily fit 10-12 given the queen/double beds, big couches, and air mattresses provided. Quirky plumbing and washer/dryer but owner shared this, there were signs in the apt to indicate this, and this posed NO issues at all for using the bathrooms or washing clothes. Have to find parking but if you can't on the street there's multiple options for cheap paid parking around the corner. Hosts are great and provided detailed clear information about the place and were very responsive to questions. We really lucked out with this place and would rent this place again in a heartbeat.

Steve & Anne are wonderful hosts! They have a great home in the perfect neighborhood for walking to the Rittenhouse area. We attended a wedding over the weekend and were very happy with the location. They are very responsive and helped us with a couple of issues we had. I highly recommend Steve & Anne and their home for your next stay in Philly. Parking isn’t the best, but if you’ve been to Philly, you already know that!

You really cannot beat the location of this house. It will work great if you just need multiple bedrooms in a convenient location. We were able to fit a travel crib in one of the second floor bedrooms and attached a clip on high chair to the bar counter of the kitchen. The steps are admittedly a little scary, but the grab bars are well placed, and it felt like a fun adventure using the steep steps.

We had a great time and was completely happy! The garage parking and roof top deck were a huge bonus! Host was very proactive and responsive

I stayed at Ryan’s place with my husband and our friend for a concert/long weekend. We loved that it was centrally located to subways while also being in a quiet area. Ryan was so helpful and responsive which I appreciated very much! Communication, guidelines, and instructions were all friendly and clear. The Airbnb was clean and comfortable. The small outdoor area was such a nice touch as well! We all looked forward to ending our night there after lots of walking every day. I will definitely stay here again next time I’m in Philly!

Maria was an incredible host! She was very accommodating and the space was very clean and comfortable! Would highly recommend for anyone coming through Philadelphia!

Second time staying here! Both times it was easy , convenient and clean!

Sherry welcomed us to a spacious, clean, equipped and very pleasant accommodation. Plenty of restaurants and shops nearby. His house is an excellent base for discovering the city of Philadelphia. Thank you Sherry.

The neighborhood was nice and quiet. The house looked just like the pictures.

We were a group of two parents, two teens, and two grandparents and this space was PERFECT for us. Lots of room to spread out and the rooftop was loved by all. We found street parking and then walked or Uber’ed all weekend. Super easy. Gabrielle’s place is fantastic and we would love to come back.

This house was a great find close to Penn's campus. It's off the main busy streets so it was quiet and easy to park. House was beautiful and very well maintained. I would definitely recommend it.

Helena’s place is nothing short of spectacular! From the moment I walked in, I was blown away by the gorgeous, thoughtfully designed interiors. The high-end finishes and elegant decor made it feel like a five-star resort, while the cozy, welcoming touches (like plush towels, premium shampoo/soap, and a stash of snacks) made it instantly feel like home. The kitchen was a dream—perfectly organized, fully equipped, and so functional that cooking meals felt effortless. The location couldn’t be better! Steps away from charming coffee shops, boutiques, and restaurants, and just a quick walk to the heart of downtown. Whether you’re exploring the city or relaxing in the serene space, this Airbnb has it all. I’d recommend Helena’s place to anyone seeking a flawless stay—it truly exceeds expectations. Already planning to book again on my next visit! Thank you, Helena, for creating such a perfect retreat!

Great location in Queen Village walkable to great shops and restaurants! We appreciated having a parking spot.

We loved Maria’s house and her as a host! Very helpful and friendly! Parking is easier during the daytime. Location is great very close to the Art Museum and several other museums. We really enjoyed our stay!

I booked this location because it seemed like an out of the ordinary option within walking distance to the Filmore. We loved the space, it provided everything you could want or need from an Airbnb and more. The more, or course, being the game room. We loved coming home from a day/night out and continuing the fun playing some pool, connect four, and other provided games. The TV in the game room was a perfect touch, it allowed us to put on some music via Spotify while we poured some drinks and played some games. Honestly, if all you wanted to do was book a stay here, go out to dinner, and hang out back at the place, you would be more than entertained. We actually skipped the bar in favor of our own little private bar via this space. 100% will be booking again the next time a concert is in town. PARKING: if you are reading this and are worried about parking like I was, don’t fret, there is ample free overflow parking under the overpass not but a 1-2 min walk away.

Had the pleasure of staying at Reedi’s place for a few days whilst in town for a music festival and the stay was amazing. The home was clean and as described, looked exactly like the pictures. Plenty of linens, and the beds were very comfortable. Clear instructions for check in and check out made the entire process a breeze. Parking is extremely limited but with help from the neighbors on the block we were able to find a spot and had no issues the duration of our stay. Highly recommend this place and will definitely be utilizing it again in the future!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.! We felt very comfortable. The house was clean and smelled wonderful. Nice neighborhood. Enough space for all 5 of us. We enjoyed the “strawberry moon” from the rooftop. What a great view! Thank you for sharing your home with us.