South Philly Gem puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Pennsylvania and Citizens Bank Park. Apartments feature kitchenettes, Smart TVs, and free WiFi.
Pennsylvania Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
Getting around
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 12 min drive
Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 42 min drive
Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 49 min drive
Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 53 min drive
Philadelphia University City Station - 5 min drive
Philadelphia 49th Street Station - 6 min drive
Philadelphia Angora Station - 9 min drive
Tasker Morris Station - 17 min walk
Snyder Station - 21 min walk
Ellsworth Federal Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Philip's Steaks - 11 min walk
Point Breeze Pop Up - 4 min walk
Nick's Old Original Roast Beef - 13 min walk
Nipotina - 12 min walk
Chucks Water Ice - 13 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
South Philly Gem
South Philly Gem puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Pennsylvania and Citizens Bank Park. Apartments feature kitchenettes, Smart TVs, and free WiFi.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Property size
2 apartments
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
PETS
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator (mini)
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining room
Entertainment
32-inch Smart TV with digital service
Netflix
Streaming services
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevators
13 stairs to reach property
Visual fire alarm
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Blackout drapes/curtains
Location highlights
Near the airport
Things to do
Casino nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
2 rooms
Individually furnished
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in
Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cleaning fee: USD 85 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
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 and mobile payments.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
Property Registration Number 896372
Also known as
South Philly Gem Apartment
South Philly Gem Philadelphia
South Philly Gem Apartment Philadelphia
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at South Philly Gem?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at South Philly Gem?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at South Philly Gem.
What are the check-in and check-out times at South Philly Gem?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Does South Philly Gem have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchenette which also includes a microwave, cookware, and a coffee maker.
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South Philly Gem Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Room reviews
Reviews
10/10
Quiet and peaceful. Refreshing for some peace.
Melanie
6-night trip
10/10
The host was very communicative and nice. All of my questions were answered in a timely fashion and when I had an issue with the lock she walked me through as well as the heat. I would definitely stay there again.
Michael
2-night trip
10/10
Nice and clean place. The neighborhood is safe, it’s just a really old area but safe nonetheless
Juwan
14-night trip
8/10
Very cute little apartment, perfect for a short stay!
Brianne
1-night trip
8/10
Very small and quaint great location for sporting events
Chris
1-night trip
10/10
Everything was amazing loved it
Da'Juana
2-night trip
10/10
I had a wonderful time.
Alexander
3-night trip
8/10
Very nice place bring your own coffee nice coffee machine brew, your coffee and be on your way Excited for the day.
Tikesha
1-night trip
10/10
Good stay. Great price.
Blessey
3-night trip
8/10
Very communicative. The TV was a little higher than I thought but outside of that I would definitely book again.
Daniel
1-night trip
10/10
Super clean, accessible part of town, and you didn’t have to pay for parking! Which is super rare in the city
Kason Dewayne
4-night trip
10/10
All my questions was answered in a timely manner . Parking wasn’t to hard to find and the place was cozy …
Antonio
1-night trip
6/10
For the pricing and last mintier nature of the trip this place worked very well and with a few small upgrades it will be a very nice place to stay. The bed is uncomfortable & the microwave wasn’t working. The customer service was really great and I would probably stay again.
Dionna
3-night trip
8/10
The neighborhood is a little rough around the edges and I wouldn't recommend walking at night, but the apartment itself was cute and clean. The host was also very gracious and available whenever I needed them. 🙂
Vanessa
3-night trip
8/10
good
salvatore
3-night trip
10/10
Simple. Perfect. Comfortable. A gem!
Schylar
1-night trip
8/10
Great space for 1-2 people. Walls are a bit thin and can hear everything in the room next door. I do wish there was a coffee pot. Would have given 5’s across the board if there was. Overall nice place. I’d stay again.
If there is a coffee pot.
William
4-night trip
2/10
I was never able to check in. The property owner never showed on time
Mahamadi
7-night trip
2/10
Wow just wow. We walked into the property and the smoke detector battery was going off and the heat was off in February in Philadelphia. The maintenance man who came over in the morning to fix the smoke detector and heat, could not figure out the heat issue either, so he provided us with a heater while they had a tech come out to fix the issue. The host refused to respond to a phone call only text message. I called multiple times with a response of in a meeting, I'll call you later. No phone call ever occurred. At 9pm the next evening the host texted me and quote "my understanding is that you were using AC and unfortunately that service call cost me." Which isn't the case, considering the initial maintenance, who was great, was not able to figure out the issue either. The host gave no apology for a smoke alarm going off all night or a lack of heat in February in Philadelphia.
Tracie
3-night trip
8/10
Nice studio in an interesting neighborhood. Friendly host. Great communication. She was very kind to provide items we needed. Comfortable bed. Clean towels. Near downtown. We walked and took Lyft to downtown. My only complaint was that the walls and floor were dirty, other than that I will stay at this property again. Recommended.
Liliana
3-night trip
8/10
It was mostly a good stay. I came to town for a conference and this was only a couple miles from the conference venue and much cheaper than staying downtown. The pros: free WiFi, streaming available on the tv, towels and soap provided, plenty of space. The cons: you have to push really hard on the smart lock buttons or you’ll keep putting the code in over and over without it opening and it’s noisy. The walls were thin so I could hear the people in the next unit on the phone very early in the morning and I could hear their kid making noise when I wanted to be asleep.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
4/10
It was scary to be there. Nothing around no warning in how dangerous it is to walk around that area at night or in general. Sat in the porch and someone was watching. The guy who rented the other room said the same thing
Ariella
2-night trip
10/10
Overall was a great stay. But the cleaners for sure didn’t clean properly. There was curly hair on the shower wall and the floor was sticky. Also they don’t even bother about under the bed. Also none of the streaming services worked on the tv. But the room is really cute looking. The location is great. Nice quiet street. But definitely gotta get new cleaners.
Christian
2/10
Called the property owner several times for questions but did not pick up. Neighborhood seems unsafe. There are two rooms first floor and second floor. I booked one in second floor. There was zero sound proof. A guy was on a phone call in first floor and I could hear everything from the bathroom second floor. I left the place and booked different hotel.
Andrew
1-night trip
6/10
I do not know Philly. We were there for a concert. The neighborhood was scary wouldn’t walk around it in daylight. Room needs a lot of work. Broken tilt in bathroom. Do not recommend this place. Just looks like a ghetto studio apartment. Mattress was like a board and the pillows were nonexistent