The Study at University City is a hotel destination wedding venue in Philadelphia, United States, hosting 150 at dinner and 225 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$28,000 (our estimate).
The Study at University City
The Study at University City is a modern hotel set in Philadelphia's urban core, with 212 guest rooms and declared wedding services for couples planning a city celebration.
About The Study at University City
The Study at University City is a modern hotel set in Philadelphia's urban core, with 212 guest rooms and declared wedding services for couples planning a city celebration.
The venue offers meeting and banquet space with both indoor and outdoor options, seating up to 150 guests for a plated dinner and holding up to 225 for a standing reception.
Catering is handled in-house, and accommodation ranges from the King Study and One King Room to Executive Suites and Double Rooms with two full beds that sleep up to four.
We estimate transfers from PHL take around 20 minutes, making it straightforward for out-of-town guests to arrive.
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Spent over a week here and had a fantastic experience. The rooms are average, but the service is incredible. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate my specific requests without hesitation, which I deeply appreciated.
My Ritchie · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 150 guests
- Standing reception
- 225 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 212 rooms
- Room types
- 11 listed
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$28,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$150 to US$260 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- PHL, 20 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, modern, elegant
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 212 guest rooms on site for wedding parties and travelling guests
- Seated dining for up to 150 guests, standing receptions for up to 225
- In-house catering provided by the hotel
- Meeting and banquet space with both indoor and outdoor areas
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- PHL · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into PHL.
- Direct line
- (215) 387-1400
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How many guests can the venue seat for a wedding dinner?+
The venue seats up to 150 guests for a seated dinner and accommodates up to 225 guests for a standing reception.
Is catering provided by the hotel?+
Yes, catering is in-house at The Study at University City.
Can guests stay at the venue overnight?+
Yes. The hotel has 212 rooms, including the King Study, University Suite, One King Room, Premium and Deluxe King rooms, Double Rooms (up to 4 guests), Executive Suites (up to 4 guests) and an accessible One King Room.
Are there outdoor options for the ceremony or reception?+
The venue offers both indoor and outdoor space, alongside its meeting and banquet space.
How do we get in touch and how far is the airport?+
Contact the sales team at +1 215-387-1400 or sales.uc@studyhotels.com. The nearest airport is estimated to be PHL, roughly 20 minutes away.
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Sources and booking notes
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Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 150 guests
“Salon 185 110 150 45 45 150”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 225 guests
“*Reception in Drafting 1 + 2 plus Studio 3 and outdoor terrace can accommodate 120 people Reception in Salon plus Pre-Function is 225”
Read the source for standing receptionRooms: 212 rooms
“Whether you select a standard room, signature study, or expansive multi-room suite, one of our 212 guestrooms will be the perfect fit for your stay.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 11 listed
“King Study”
Read the source for room typesIn-house catering: Yes
“We offer an expansive selection of catering options so you can select from one of our tried-and-true menus or work with us to design a custom dining experience.”
Read the source for in-house cateringEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesIndoors or out: Both
“7,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor spaces with functional breakout rooms”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Urban, modern, elegant
“Embedded between the campuses of the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, and in the epicenter of a thriving science, technology, and innovation hub, The Study at University City is a destination for business travelers, culture seekers, and academics alike.”
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