Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel Completes $60+ Million Transformation
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, located in the heart of the city’s vibrant academic district, today announces the completion of its $60+ million renovation, unveiling a fully refreshed guest experience that positions the hotel as a dynamic gathering place for the University City community and visitors to Philadelphia alike. The comprehensive transformation introduces revitalized guest rooms, modernized communal spaces, and elevated dining offerings, including the debut of the brand’s signature &More Café.
Designed by Gensler, the renovation reimagines the property’s interiors with a contemporary aesthetic inspired by the surrounding campus environment. This blend of timeless sophistication and of-the-moment functionality honors the hotel’s longstanding role as a gateway to the University of Pennsylvania and West Philadelphia.
The renovation introduces top-to-bottom upgrades across all 332 guest rooms and suites, featuring beautifully appointed furnishings, inviting textiles, revitalized lighting, and thoughtfully designed workspaces tailored to today’s traveler.
Public spaces have been fully transformed to create welcoming environments for connection, productivity, and relaxation. The redesigned lobby now features a library-inspired gathering space with communal seating, while new meeting pods with integrated A/V capabilities provide flexible areas for collaboration and informal meetings.
A highlight of the renovation is the addition of the hotel’s multiuse outdoor terrace, designed as a vibrant extension of the property’s social spaces. The terrace serves as a flexible venue for outdoor meetings, social gatherings, fitness programming, and seasonal events.
Dining experiences have also been transformed with the introduction of &More Café, Sheraton’s signature concept offering morning coffee service, light fare, and evening cocktails in a relaxed, communal setting for both hotel guests and local visitors.
For meeting planners and academic partners, the renovation enhances the hotel’s position as a leading venue in University City. The property offers more than 11,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, complemented by updated technology, refined gathering areas, and proximity to the University of Pennsylvania campus, its medical complex, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
Funded by the University of Pennsylvania, the renovation represents a significant investment in the hospitality infrastructure of West Philadelphia and supports the continued growth of the area as a destination for academic, medical, and corporate travel.
For more information or to book a stay, visit www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/phlus-sheraton-philadelphia-university-city-hotel/overview/renovation/. See renovation photos on the hotel's social media platforms: @sheratonphilauc on Instagram; @SheratonPhiladelphiaUniveristyCity on Facebook.