Pittsburgh’s 90 neighbourhoods and diverse districts cater to all clients. From walkable Downtown, with its Cultural District, public art and Point State Park, through to the foodie Strip District and Lawrenceville with its hip bars, boutique shops and street art.
Just across the Sister Bridges from Downtown, North Shore is home to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ stadium, Heinz Field, and PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Steer art lovers to North Side, home to The Andy Warhol Museum, Randyland and the Mattress Factory.
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North Side and North Shore hotels are also well-placed for family-friendly attractions such as Carnegie Science Center and Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh while South Side and South Shore properties are convenient for outdoorsy options such as the Three Rivers Heritage Trail. Awash with offerings from major names such as Hilton, Marriott and IHG, the city’s surprisingly affordable accommodation offering may be lacking in the five-star segment but more than makes up for it in other areas, offering remarkable value. Here is just a taste of what’s on offer:
Budget (around £100 or under)
Distrikt Hotel Pittsburgh – This 2017 opening, part of Hilton’s Curio Collection, has gifted a contemporary design ethos to an historic Downtown building, the former Salvation Army centre at 453 Boulevard of the Allies. In addition to offering good value, there’s a decent fitness centre and dining proposition. Plus, clients can expect some ‘wow factor’ from the public spaces and Terrace views.
TRYP Pittsburgh-Lawrenceville – Opened in mid-2019, this contemporary-styled dependable from Wyndham, located at 177 40th Street, is a good value option for those looking to stay in the hip Lawrenceville district. Strengths include the Brick Shop restaurant and rooftop bar Over Eden.
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh East Liberty – This modern, contemporary-styled pet-friendly property from IHG Hotels and Resorts offers a lot of bang for not so many bucks and East Liberty is a nice, relaxed area to stay in, too. Plus points include its restaurant and bar offering, Wallace’s Whiskey Room and Kitchen, and the 24-hour fitness centre access.
Mid-market (around £100-£150)
The Priory – This 42-guest room North Shore historic boutique hotel, at 614 Pressley Street, is a safe bet for clients looking for a smaller, more informal offering with more than a splash of character, charm and cosiness. Highlights at the property, formerly a Benedictine monastery, include the courtyard garden, Monks Bar and the spacious Large Suite.
Omni William Penn Hotel – One of the main reasons to stay in this four-star grand dame hotel on William Penn Place, a mainstay of the local hotel scene for more than 100 years, is to experience the delightful old building it’s housed in, a truly grand edifice with ornate features and impressive public spaces. Another is to experience its tried and tested old world style of hoteliership at surprisingly affordable prices. Nice touches include The Speakeasy, a 1920s-style bar that reopened in April 2022.
The Maverick – This East Liberty property, at 120 South Whitfield Street, a recent addition to the Kasa chain, was formerly the Ace Hotel, a pioneering, well-loved design hotel housed in a former YMCA building.
Mansions on Fifth – As you’d expect from an upscale boutique hotel on Fifth Avenue, once known as Pittsburgh’s ‘Millionaires Row’, this historic, country house-style charmer in upscale Shadyside impresses with its grand exterior and cosy interiors in equal measure. All told, it’s a great option for those wanting a relaxed stay in a leafy setting while still being close to the main attractions. Recommend the suites.
Luxury (£150 and up)
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Kimpton Hotel Monaco – You know what you’re getting with a Kimpton property, with their keen eye for interior design and client comfort, and this little gem is no different. A great bet for couples, perks include the rooftop Biergarten and its restaurant, The Commoner. The complimentary bike rental is another nice touch.
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Fairmont Pittsburgh – This light-filled lovely at 510 Market St is a great bet for a Downtown stay, offering 185 luxurious guest rooms and suites and the level of facilities you’d expect from a larger property and the trusted Fairmont brand, not least its fl.2 restaurant and the Health Club & Spa.
The Westin Pittsburgh – With its meeting spaces, fitness centre and skywalk access to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, this four-star Downtown hotel, at 1000 Penn Ave, is a particularly good bet for business travellers.
The Renaissance Pittsburgh – Located in Downtown, in the historic Fulton Building, at 107 6th Street, the Renaissance is one of the city’s finest, well located for all of the Cultural District’s main attractions. From its grand lobby area and prime location to the well thought out food and beverage outlets, Braddock's American Brasserie and Braddock's Street Side bar, it ticks all the main boxes. Aim for a river view room.
The Oaklander – Part of Marriott’s upmarket, contemporary-styled Autograph brand, this recent addition to the Oakland neighbourhood is within easy reach of the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University.
The Industrialist Hotel – One of the city’s newer offerings, having opened in 2021, this four-star property at 405 Wood Street, part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, makes the most of its excellent location in an historic Downtown building and impresses with its trendy interiors, expansive views and Rebel Room restaurant.