Housing and Hotels

All new students are required to stay overnight on campus during Orientation. This is a great way to experience campus life and meet other new students. Families are welcome to stay overnight on campus as well. However, we have collaborated with several hotels in the area to provide great rates for family members.

On Campus Housing Accommodations

The front desk of every residence hall is staffed 24-hours a day with controlled access to the building. Every residential room/suite has a self-regulating air conditioning and heating unit. Wireless internet is available free of charge. Housing Contract

NEW STUDENTS: Towers Hall (building 22), 34th & Arch Streets

Double bedroom, traditional-style residence hall
Bathrooms and showers are shared at the floor level
Rooms are shared by two members of the same sex (rooms are assigned on a first come first served basis, so stand in line with a friend if you would like to room with a specific person).

FAMILIES: Race Hall (building 29), 33rd & Race Streets

Single bedroom, suite-style residence hall
Bathroom and shower are private within the suite which also includes a common living room and kitchenette

Families of two or more people will be assigned to an entire suite together.

CHECK IN

CHECK IN begins at 9:00 AM in Towers and Race Halls. Please plan to arrive between 9:00 and 10:00 AM on Day 1 of your scheduled Orientation session. When checking out the following day, we ask that you turn in your key and return your linens to the designated bins between 7:30 and 9:00 AM.

LINENS (pillow, pillowcase, flat sheets, blanket, washcloths, and towels) are provided for you. However, many Orientation participants choose to bring pillows, blankets, and towels of their own.

LUGGAGE STORAGE is available in Myers Hall (building 21) on Day 2 of your scheduled Orientation session.

Off-Campus Hotel Accommodations

For those family members who prefer to stay in one of Philadelphia's excellent hotels during Orientation, we have collaborated with several Drexel preferred hotels to provide great rates for Orientation participants. Staying off campus allows families to become familiar with the city in which their student will be living and studying. All hotels are conveniently located close to public transportation, excellent restaurants, and popular tourist destinations.

Please make your reservations immediately after registering for your specific Orientation session. All rates are based upon availability and do not include tax or gratuity. A limited number of rooms are available and usually fill up quickly during the summer months.

Embassy Suites Philadelphia – Center City
1776 Benjamin Franklin Parkway,
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-1776
Drexel parents and family members! Embassy Suites, along the Cultural Parkway is walking distance to restaurants, museums, shopping, and public transportation. Always included in the rate is a one-bedroom suite with an evening manager's cocktail reception and full, cooked to order breakfast. If the Embassy Suites is a good fit for you, book today to ensure you receive the best discount!
Various Suites $129

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
3549 Chestnut Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-8000
Conveniently located two blocks from the Drexel University Campus with many wonderful restaurants within walking distance. The hotel offers Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Beds, an Outdoor Pool, and Free High Speed Internet. A maximum of five double rooms per Orientation session will be available at the discounted price – make your reservations early!
Standard Room $129