[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Urban Retreat Apartment with balcony, near University of Cincinnati ![Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Garden View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106020000/106013300/106013222/2047fcf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106020000/106013300/106013222/7bcbc726.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Garden View | Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106020000/106013300/106013222/b61c1bd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Garden View | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106020000/106013300/106013222/3acb6a85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Garden View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106020000/106013300/106013222/ca0ce1e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near University of Cincinnati, Urban Retreat provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 7.0 Good ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Urban Retreat Apartment with balcony, near University of Cincinnati This smoke-free apartment building features free WiFi in public areas. The apartment features a washer/dryer, a balcony, and a coffee/tea maker. Air-conditioned accommodations at this apartment offer washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and designer toiletries. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551200/551162/8a922ac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown Clifton Clifton - 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University of Cincinnati - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - Xavier University - 3 min drive - 2.8 km - Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 2.8 km - Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati - 3 min drive - 3.4 km - Great American Ball Park - 4 min drive - 4.8 km #### Getting around - Hanke Exchange Tram Stop - 5 min drive - Cincinnati Union Terminal - 13 min drive - Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Just Q'in - ‬11 min walk - ‪Rally's - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Urban Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Urban Retreat? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Urban Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Urban Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Urban Retreat located? > Located in Walnut Hills, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Harriet Beecher Stowe House, University of Cincinnati, and Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Great American Ball Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Urban Retreat Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily Dec 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Smooth stay, great communication, very clean ##### Emily Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Aug 16, 2024 Disliked: Room comfort Not a comfortable space. Smelled like cigarettes and no extra blankets. 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