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Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

Property class: 3
3-star Beaux Arts hotel near University of Pittsburgh

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Exterior
Lobby
Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes
Meeting facility
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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3454 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213
  • Place, UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Pittsburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carnegie Mellon University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(76 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(75 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Two Queen Rom

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room With Two Queen Beds-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Guest Room With 2 Queen Beds And Roll-in Shower-Mobility/Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

1 Queen Mobility/Hearing Accessible W/Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room With 2 Queen Beds And Bathtub-Mobility/Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

King Room-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Queen Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite With 1 King Bed And Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 5

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Suite-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 5

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

One-Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Pittsburgh

Central Oakland stay.With a stay at this Central Oakland hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of University of Pittsburgh and 2 miles (3 km) of Carnegie Mellon University. PPG Paints Arena and David L Lawrence Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • UPMC Presbyterian Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Pittsburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Petersen Events Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carnegie Mellon University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gateway Station - 5 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station - 10 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Prince of India Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Romano - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪J.J Poke Bowl & Taiwanese Bubble Tea - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

3-star Beaux Arts hotel near University of Pittsburgh
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place. For a fee, parking is available.

This Beaux Arts Pittsburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 202 guestrooms or units
  • 13 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2011
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place offers 202 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered weekly and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 35 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 8.50 to 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8.50 to 15.95 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 35 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place to the airport?

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place is 20.7 mi (30-min drive) away from the Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8.50 and 15.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rivers Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 35 per night.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place have a pool?

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place does not have a pool.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place have a restaurant?

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place is home to Garden Grille and Bar, which features American cuisine.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place to downtown Pittsburgh?

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place is 1.9 mi away from Pittsburgh.

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARIUS, ERIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only chair was the desk chair. Would like comfy lounge chair and ottoman.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kamala

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was bad eggs were cold and not done and the potatoes had no flavor
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
If you need to go to UPMC this is the place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Charles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The heater was not working properly. We were either hot or cold & very noisy.Maintenance did try to fix it, but at 11:30 pm I did not want maintenance working when I have to get up at 5am
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. A little dated but very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Haroon Nayeem

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Walkable to UPMC Presby. Room was average and a little run down.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very polite and accommodating. Really would recommend staying there to be close to University of Pittsburgh
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeanette, Spencerport

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Libing

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is relative old around this area. The room condition is okay, but not good. The TV cannot connect to popular streaming services such as Netflix, youtube etc. the location is good though, easy access to many dining places nearby, so it is still a good choice depending on what you want.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and very clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Great beds! Lovely room. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John-Esther

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at this hotel and appreciated having: microwave, refrigerator, bathtub, counter space in the bathroom, spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Of course the rooms were clean and comfortable. Most importantly, it’s your staff that is most important. They were absolutely extraordinary! That’s the reason we will return back again and again. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wish there was a continental breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna A

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Everything was great as always.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026