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Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

3.0 star property
Travelers find a welcoming base near the University of Pittsburgh and PPG Paints Arena, where the on-site restaurant serves satisfying morning meals

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Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place is steps from top universities. The Garden Grille and Bar serves American dishes, and the bar is perfect for drinks. Guests enjoy the fitness center, free WiFi, and helpful staff, enhancing stays near Carnegie Mellon University.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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2 Queen Mobility/Hearing Accessible w/Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 KING HEARING ACCESSIBLE ROOM

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Pittsburgh, Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place is in the business district. Market Square and Station Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ohio River. Check out an event or a game at PPG Paints Arena, and consider making time for Kennywood, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Pittsburgh travel guide
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3454 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213

What's nearby

  • University of Pittsburgh
    University of Pittsburgh
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carnegie Museum of Natural History
    Carnegie Museum of Natural History
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carnegie Mellon University
    Carnegie Mellon University
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Phipps Conservatory
    Phipps Conservatory
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Petersen Events Center
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Prince of India Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Pizza Romano
    4 min walk
  • La Prima Oakland
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Grille and Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 2011
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place pet-friendly?

Yes, Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 35 per night.

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

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

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

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place located?

Located in Central Oakland, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University. PPG Paints Arena and David L Lawrence Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 618 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting the University of Pittsburgh. Perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, decent price. The food options could have been better, eg, a menu in the room implied you could order breakfast à la carte but upon arrival at dining space, only the buffet was on offer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and location to Pitt
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location to UPMC - Presbyterian is very convenient. All staff are very friendly. Restaurant is very good. Room was clean. Very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy with the valet. They accommodated a late check out that saved us Would stay here anytime I'm in the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to convenient parking in nearby garage. Hotel restaurant was perfectly fine and staff pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff friendly. Stairs up and down to reception. Lamp switches difficult to activate. No control for the A/C. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff was very hospitable. Walking distance from university
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Straightforward check in followed by a smooth stay. Strong value for money near the university area. I recommend opting for street parking on weekends to avoid the $35 valet fee
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff and valet were friendly and efficient!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Natesan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The noise suppression was very bad. Throughout the night we kept hearing noises - kind of if someone opens the tap the noise through the walls were quite spooky. Other than that that everything is good about the hotel. Location, cleanliness, friendly staff - all wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mateus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good shower, clean room, friendly staff, and very good breakfast. I wish the room’s office chair was more comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel was fantastic – everyone was incredibly friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just stayed one night to visit a relative at UPMC so did not use any amenities. The room was very clean and the staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Na

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally I had a pleasant stay, staff kind and helpful and facilities decent. The only issue is my room is next to a street and it can be noisy at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yogesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great access to university
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Denisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location just that it was a LOUD hotel. Not sure if we were next to the service elevator but heard bangs, opening closing of doors all night!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia Macias

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really clean and the staff were really friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was very nice. The room could use a little updating but it was big and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026