3400 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: 215-615-0044
Website: PennMedicine
The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania's world-class faculty and staff are dedicated to superior patient care, education and research for a better, healthier future. Innovative research coupled with responsive, hands-on care allows us to tailor treatment specifically to individual patient needs
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- Anjali Owens, MD - Medical Director, Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist
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- Paval Alturi- Cardiac Surgeon
- Sharlene Day, MD - Cardiologist
- Alejandro de Feria Alsina, MD - Cardiologist/Echocardiography
- Victor Ferrari, MD - Cardiac Imaging
- David Frankel, MD- Electrophysiology
- Howard Herrmann, MD - Interventional Cardiology
- Kimberly Lin, MD - Pediatric Cardiology
- Kenneth Margulies, MD - Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist
- Nosheen Reza, MD - Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist
- Teresa Wang, MD - Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist
- Amy Marzolf, Nicole Hornsby - Nurse Practitioners
- Jessica Chowns, Lily Hoffman-Andrews, Lacie Mehr - Genetic Counselors
- Gabrielle McGuire – Administrative Program Manager
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Also known as Philly, the City of Brotherly Love, The Cradle of Liberty, and The Birthplace of America. History looms large in this, the most populous city in its state (and 6th most populous in the country). The First and Second Continental Congress’ convened here, with the latter signing the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The Constitution was later signed at the Philadelphia Convention of 1787. Philadelphia is home to: The Liberty Bell; dozens of educational institutions; the nation’s first library; the MLB’s Phillies, the NFL’s Eagles, the NHL’s Flyers, and the NBA’s 76ers; “The Rocky Steps,” which Rocky Balboa scaled in the original 1976 film, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art; and what are widely recognized as the best cheesesteaks, well, anywhere.
Located in the Delaware Valley, Philadelphia is in the southeast corner of Pennsylvania, immediately to the west of New Jersey, and 30 miles north of Wilmington, Delaware. It is approximately 100 miles southeast of New York City. This area experiences very seasonal weather. The winter months are December through March, with January typically the coldest and snowiest. Spring brings a thaw and a chance to see the cherry blossom trees in full bloom. Summers are hot and muggy, especially July. The Fall sees cooler temperatures, alongside OktoberFest, apples, pumpkins, street festivals, and more.
To learn the basics for UPenn HCM Center patients and visitors, click here. For a deep dive into all of your travel and housing options, expand each of the categories provided on this page. To dig into local lodging, including hotels and short-term rentals, scroll down, and click on the tab of your choice.
Lodging
There are plenty of lodging options in Philadelphia, PA. The Center of Excellence is located in the “University City” area of Philadelphia, so hotels in that neighborhood will provide the easiest access to your appointments and procedures. Click on the tabs above for our specific recommendations.
Specialized Accommodations Options:
- Korman Residential at 3737 Chestnut are fully furnished extended stay apartment homes. They are available at a discount of $100 off per month for the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania patients. Call 215-297-6265 for availability.
- Hosts for Hospitals offers affordable lodging at nearby volunteers’ host-homes for $20/night. Call 484-380-2999 or email lodging@hostsforhospitals.org for more information.
A few items of note:
- The Familial Cardiomyopathy Program at Penn Medicine is located in the Ruth & Raymond Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine at 3400 Civic Center Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
- The following services are available if you need durable medical equipment at your lodging location:
- Marx Medical Equipment (215-426-9242)
- Serving the Philadelphia and New Jersey region, Marx Medical Equipment has standard and powered wheelchairs, beds, lifts, and more available for rent.
- Scootaround 888-441-7575
- Visitors can rent scooters, standard wheelchairs, or powered wheelchairs. Scootaround provides rental options and rates on its website.
- Marx Medical Equipment (215-426-9242)
- Ronald McDonald House supports the families of seriously ill children.
Hotels
The annual average nightly hotel room rate in Philadelphia (excluding taxes) in 2023 is: $198 from 9/1-11/30; $149 from 12/1-2/28; $210 from 3/1-6/30; and $168 from 7/1-8/31.
Many lodging options that do not include a kitchenette do have refrigerators and/or microwaves available to guests. You may need to request them in advance.
We’ve researched some HCM patient-friendly amenities you may wish to take advantage of, including patient pricing discounts, connecting rooms, kitchenettes, and the availability of recliners.
For an overview of available hotels in Philadelphia, PA, click here or use our list of recommendations below. Ask for the “Penn Medicine Room Rate.”
We hope you’ll use the list below to assist in your hotel search:
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City (215-382-1111)
3-star hotel; The Penn Medicine room rate is $179-199/night. Connecting room requests should be placed with the front desk at the time of reservation; they can't be guaranteed, but most requests are honored, and those that aren't able to be accommodated receive rooms on the same floor. All rooms have pull-out sofas. There is a complimentary hotel shuttle, which runs Monday-Friday, 9am-4:30pm, anywhere within a one-mile radius of the hotel, including Penn Medicine. Call the front desk to arrange for a pick-up.
- Penn Medicine Room Rate Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Kitchenette
- Handicap Accessible
- Courtesy Hotel Shuttle
The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel (215-222-0200)
4-star hotel; Call the hotel and ask to speak to the Reservation Manager, who directly handles bookings for patients going to Penn Medicine. Ask them for any special requests, such as connecting rooms. The Penn Medicine rate is $269/night, not including tax.
- Penn Medicine Room Rate Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Handicap Accessible
- TripAdvisor Top 5
- Google Top 5
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel (215-387-8000)
3-star hotel; Discounted room rate is available but varies by night; call and ask to speak to the Reservations Manager for a quote. Comfy chair and pull-out bed in living room; connecting rooms (make request at reservation); kitchenettes in some rooms; floor 7 and every other floor is handicap accessible; taxis stop frequently right in front of the hotel.
- Penn Medicine Room Rate Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Kitchenette
- Handicap Accessible
- Google Top 5
The Study at University City (215-387-1400)
4-star hotel; There is a small percentage discount on the room rate, which is variable by night. There are chairs in the rooms, and some of them are recliners. Connecting rooms are available but not guaranteed; make the request at time of reservation. Kitchenettes are available in 4 suites. There are accessible rooms, but the lobby is cramped and may be difficult to navigate in a wheelchair.
- Penn Medicine Room Rate Available
- Recliner Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Kitchenette
- Handicap Accessible
- TripAdvisor Top 5
- Google Top 5
Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City (215-557-0005)
3-star hotel; Ask for the "Thomas Jefferson rate," if staying for medical reasons. Most rooms have a standard sofa with a pull-out twin bed inside. All non-Standard rooms have kitchenettes.
- Discount Room Rate Available
- Kitchenette
- Handicap Accessible
- Google Top 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City (215-735-7900)
2-star hotel; The Penn Medicine rate is $129/night; they call cabs for guests, with a wait time of 2-5 minutes.
- Penn Medicine Room Rate Available
- Handicap Accessible
Cornerstone Bed & Breakfast Philadelphia (215-387-6065)
3-star hotel; Penn Medicine Rate is 10% off the rate online. University suite has a queen-size sofa sleeper. This is a historic home that is not handicap accessible.
- Penn Medicine Rate Available
Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia (215-985-1234)
4-star hotel; Penn Medicine rate is a percentage off the regular room rate and varies by night. The suites have sofas. Connecting rooms can be pre-blocked and guaranteed, upon request.
- Penn Medicine Room Rate Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Handicap Accessible
- Google Top 5
AKA University City (215-372-9000 OR 888-AKA-0310)
3-star hotel; Contact the Sales Department for the discounted rate, which is a percentage off standard rate. They can add air mattresses into suites. All suites have full kitchens. Fully furnished residences for extended stays.
- Penn Medicine Room Rate Available
- Kitchenette
- Handicap Accessible
- TripAdvisor Top 5
Short Term (Airbnb/ Vrbo)
Short-term rentals are available in the Philadelphia area, and the list below includes sole occupancy/ single unit properties near the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, some of which have one or more accessibility features. Review each individual listing for specifics.
Philadelphia Convention Center & Reading Terminal1
Average review (1-5): 4.94
- Apartment/Condo
- On site laundry
- Kitchen
- On site parking
Average review (1-5): 4.83
- Apartment/Condo
- Self check-in
- On site laundry
- Kitchen
- On site parking
Charmin/Spacious near Temple and The Met
Average review (1-5): 4.73
- Apartment/Condo
- Self check-in
- Kitchen
- On site parking
Beautiful apt. near the airport, & Philly
Average review (1-5): 4.87
- Apartment/Condo
- Self check-in
- Kitchen
- On site parking
1 Bedroom with Amenities and Parking
Average review (1-5): 5
- Apartment/Condo
- On site laundry
- Kitchen
- On site parking
- Pets allowed
Travel information is provided through a collaboration between The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association and Reasonable Accommodations LLC.
The HCMA and Reasonable Accommodations will make their best effort to keep the Patient Travel Planning Guide as current as possible. The HCMA cannot give any guarantees with regard to the prices, opening times, and availability of any specified facilities. Additionally, just because facilities are mentioned does not necessarily mean that these will always be available. Changes may also have been made to the specified prices, opening times, and availability.
