Fitness-friendly holiday rentals in University City, Philadelphia

Brittanis place is charming, beautiful and functional. It was really perfect for 3 couples with kids. It is a beautifully renovated and redecorated unit in a neighborhood going through mayor gentrification. In a few years I imagine the whole area will follow suit as this building and a few next door are renovated to be truly homey and beautiful. Though the neighborhood is still on the works, we were still comfortable walking to the park which is great with all new playground. The home was clean and neat, nice kitchen, living room and family room in addition to the bedrooms a d baths. Also no problem finding parking right in front of the unit.

I enjoyed my stay here 10/10. Cozy spot with a great view from the balcony. Fantastic pool. Friendly neighborhood. Also close by the train station which was very convenient. I would definitely recommend.

The Airbnb was beautiful, exactly as described and my stay was peaceful. The outdoor lounge in the middle is a great spot to hang outside. The host was extremely responsive and very helpful with any questions I had. I would highly recommend this Airbnb overall!!

We were in town for a music festival and needed to be close to Fairmount Park. The location was perfect. It’s in the city, but is so quiet and cozy. The place was nice to come home to after a long day. It looks just like the photos. We had everything we needed. We’ll be back next time we’re in Philly!

Great location and very beautiful place located right near Independence Hall. Beautiful view and a very comfortable place to enjoy a visit to Philadelphia.

Perfect spot near Philly- super close and convenient but much nicer than being in the city. Neighborhood was so pretty for a walk or run. So safe and no parking hassles. Shopping and food nearby. Apartment was very comfortable, very clean, lovely, with all the amenities you could need. Would never stay anywhere else if I needed a place close to Philly. A much better value than a hotel.

My stay was amazing. Host was very accommodating and responsive. I would definitely book this home again when having to travel.

We had a great time at this cozy place - Tatenda was available immediately to answer any questions that we had. Would love to come back!

I cannot recommend Angel’s place highly enough!! It is situated right on the river with views of the river on one side and the city on the other. Within walking distance of Old City and City Center, although we easily walked all the way to the other river near the train station. Angel is a kind and gracious host, as thoughtful and sweet as they come! She has truly earned her superhost status, thinking of everything from Andes mints to a towel warmer. She even messaged when a storm was coming and then an hour later when there was a beautiful rainbow outside. Lovely person. We felt very comfortable staying here and would stay again. Parking was easy and safe, about a block from the condo building. The bed was comfortable, and you have your own thermostat in the room. Wish I had made time to go to the high quality gym - next time! Again, cannot recommend enough.

Thank you for sharing your place and for always be responsive. I will definitely book again when back in town for another work trip. To fellow travelers, I want to say that I recommend this place and you won’t be making a wrong decision ☺️

the apartment was perfect. great location and accomadations

I stayed with 2 other adults and it worked out great for us! Having 2 supermarkets and Target less than a block away was incredibly convenient. There was plenty of space, and my adult daughter reported that the pull-out sofa was comfortable (as were the beds in the bedrooms). Overall, we had a very pleasant stay. I was a little worried about the parking lot based on reviews, but it wasn't as cramped as I had imagined it. I was careful to take the ramps slowly, and there were no problems whatsoever. If you arrive by car and are alone, it could be tricky, as someone needs to check in and retrieve the parking "key" and pass. Elizabeth sends very clear instructions (including a video), so it's easy to navigate.

Has a wonderful time! Thank you again for all your flexibility!!

Elizabeth was very responsive and helpful and I'd definitely book again...

The whole experience was far more than expected.Lee had an amazing time and love to use this place again

Elizabeth was great from the start. Communication was fantastic, apartment was perfect and you can't beat the fact that there was free parking in a parking garage attached to the building. Great location in Philly. If we decide to visit again this place will be the first place we book.

When booking via AirBnB, honestly I’m always underwhelmed when it comes to the property. It almost always never looks like the pics listed on the site. That said, Archway completely exceeded my expectations. The team was so responsive to every question I had, the place was absolutely beautiful and the access to the home was easy peasy! It will definitely be our go to place every time we visit Philly! Can’t wait until they expand to other cities.

A truly exceptional stay! The Elegant Chateau in Philadelphia was absolutely stunning—spacious, beautifully decorated, and thoughtfully stocked with everything you could possibly need (even things you wouldn’t think of!). It’s the perfect space for entertaining while still allowing for privacy and comfort. One of the highlights for me was knowing it’s Black-owned, which made supporting this stay even more meaningful. I was proud to host family here. Whether you’re visiting during warm or cold months, the property is ready—swimming and grilling in the summer, cozy and well-equipped in cooler weather. The host was incredibly responsive and made everything seamless from start to finish. Only word of advice: keep your trash secured—there are some bold raccoons who like to make evening appearances, but they didn’t take away from an otherwise perfect experience. I’ve already recommended this gem to others and will definitely be returning myself. Highly recommend!

Impeccably clean and well-appointed. Perfect for our trip to visit family close by. Close to churches, food, and shopping — whatever you need. Great neighborhood to walk and enjoy the area.

Romi is an amazing host. She is extremely generous and welcoming. Her home is very peaceful and comfortable and I was grateful to be in such beautiful surroundings. If you’re looking to stay at a place that not only feels like home, but where the host goes out of her way to make you feel welcome, this is the place. Thank you Romi. Appreciate your hospitality.

Great place to stay for multiple families - we stayed with 1 family of 4 and another family of 5, including many small children. They enjoyed running around with plenty of room to stretch out, as well as playing with the drums and piano. The projector and TV both upstairs and downstairs helped us spread out as needed as well. Thank you so much for the great time!

This is a beautiful property in a fantastic location. The host was very responsive and kind. I would highly recommend.

We stay in Philly with a big group 3-5 times a year and this was by far the best one yet!

Robert's place was expertly appointed. Kicked myself for spending on forgotten items, when I looked around everything was there! The space was pristine and Robert supplied recommendations and directions for everything we needed/wanted.