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Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

3 stars
945 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
25 reviews
Pittsburgh Weekend

The room was great. Cant beat the location. Right next to bars and PNC. We will definitely go back. See full review

  • Turk
  • Aug 24, 2011
Great place to stay for the ballgame

We went to Pittsburgh to see some ballgames at PNC park. The hotel is within walking distance. ... See full review

  • MIke
  • Jul 25, 2011
European charm in historic downtown Pittsburgh hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown brings much to a stay in Pittsburgh, from its convenient location among the city's cultural hot spots to the unique nature of the building itself. Four historical buildings combine to create a single facility, featuring vaulted ceilings and European details. Business travelers with meetings at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center or with companies headquartered in the steel city enjoy the hotel's great location, as well as Courtyard Café and Sonoma Grill.

Highlights
  • Free high-speed Internet access in guest rooms
  • Guest rooms with 12- to 17-foot ceilings and European decor
  • Convenient location for business and leisure travelers
Rooms

All 182 guest rooms, thanks to the historical nature of the hotel's buildings, feature 12- to 17-foot vaulted ceilings common in older, industrial structures. Rooms include upgraded linens, European decor, free high-speed Internet access, and a large, well-lit work area. This is a non-smoking facility.

Features

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown brings a unique perspective to a chain hotel. The hotel, housed in four renovated and interconnected historical buildings, offers architectural details guests might expect to find in a European hotel, not in one of America's industrial cities. Guests find modern technology in all rooms, with free high-speed wired Internet access. Wireless access is available in public spaces for a fee.

 

The hotel, which sits in the middle of Pittsburgh's cultural district and around the corner from the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, offers three meeting rooms with 1,130 square feet of meeting space. A coin-operated laundry service is available on site. The small on-site fitness center offers a handful of cardio machines and free weights.

 

Guests enjoy Courtyard Café, open daily for breakfast, and the Sonoma Grill, offering California-style cuisine for lunch and dinner, plus an extensive wine list.

Transportation
  • Liberty Avenue & Wood Street Subway Station (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Pittsburgh Amtrak Station (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Allegheny County Airport (12 mi/19.3 km)
  • Pittsburgh International Airport (18 mi/29 km)
Nearby attractions
  • David L. Lawrence Convention Center (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • PNC Park, home to the Pittsburgh Pirates (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Carnegie Science Center (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
Business
  • Three meeting rooms
  • 1,130 square feet of meeting space
  • Free Internet access in guest rooms

Hotel Map

945 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Area served
Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
Nearby airports
Pittsburgh International Airport, (PIT), 18.00, SW, Mile; Allegheny County Airport, (AGC), 12.00, SE, Mile
Area description
City - Location Type: City

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Business center
  • City Center
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Cribs Available
  • Elevators
  • Exercise Gym
  • Express Checkout
  • FAX
  • Fitness center
  • Free Newspaper
  • Grab Bars in Bathroom
  • Guest Laundromat
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Ice Machine
  • In Room Movies
  • Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Laundry/Valet Services
  • Lounge
  • Maid Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Microwave
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outlet Adapters
  • Parking
  • Radio
  • Restaurant
  • Rollaway Beds
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Shower
  • Smoke-free policy
  • Sofa Bed
  • Telephone
  • Television with Cable
  • Temperature Control
  • TV
  • TV Remote Control
  • Valet Parking
  • Vending Machines
  • Wake-up Service
  • Wet Bar

Dining

The Bistro - Eat. Drink. Connect.
Your food and beverage destination for refreshing breakfast choices in the morning. The Bistro also offers specialty beverages made with Starbucks coffee to help you get a jump on the day.
Sonoma Grille
West Coast cuisine with the most extensive wine collection in Pittsburgh

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
3:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (25)

Ratings and reviews for Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Overall score

4.2 / 5
25 out of 25
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.7
Location:
4.5
Value:
4

96% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
Turk
Columbus, OH, USA
Aug 24, 2011

Pittsburgh Weekend

The room was great. Cant beat the location. Right next to bars and PNC. We will definitely go back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
MIke
Dallas, TX
Jul 25, 2011

Great place to stay for the ballgame

We went to Pittsburgh to see some ballgames at PNC park. The hotel is within walking distance. The hotel appears to have been recently updated. The rooms were great and all of the people were extremely courteous and helpful. It is also within walking distance of the "strip" where my wife found several things that she just had to have.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
Mr. Parker
Fairmont WV
Jul 3, 2011

Everything was great, but...

Everything was perfect minus a complimentary continental breakfast. They were about to charge me an arm and a leg for a panini, but I wasnt going to do that. It was one of the best trips I have ever taken.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Just five minutes walking distance, you ar in the strip distance where the best sandwich in the world is located on Smallman Street, Primanti Brothers.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
Nance
Frostburg, Maryland
Apr 25, 2011

excellent treatment

I went to Pittsburgh to watch baseball. The weather was awful, but the staff at the Courtyard couldn't have been more helpful. Anything that was asked for was provided with a smile. The desk staff was amazing (and I'm sorry I don't remember the names since they deserve commendation). Shuttle drivers were pleasant and totally helpful. The only complaint is that we left the room late Saturday and it was not cleaned when we returned. I'll still return since it's in a great location and the overall experience was way above average.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

You can walk to the strip district, theater district, PNC ballpark, and market square. The shuttle takes you to Station Square and the casino. The location is perfect for me.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
crazy grandpa
portland, or
Apr 23, 2011

King size rooms were nice

We had two separate bedrooms with high ceilings, nice decor, new and clean. Staff were polite and friendly. Location was good.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
Kyrlynn
Greensburg, PA
Feb 14, 2011

Decent hotel

I stayed at the Courtyard Marriott for two nights. I was seeing a concert at Consol Energy Center both evenings and figured it was a close enough place to stay since the hotel offered shuttle service every half hour. I had contacted the hotel prior to booking and was told that they offer a shuttle service to and from Consol Energy Center, so I booked my rooms. What I was not told previously was that the shuttle service only ran until 10:30 and if I was going to be out longer than that - I had to find my own form of transportation back to the hotel. I did not appreciate that very much, but other than that - the hotel staff was friendly. The room was clean and had very high ceilings, which I thought made the room seem more luxurious. I would skip eating the hotel breakfast, it isn't complimentary or warm. The waffles were good, as they are made to order, but the sausage, bacon and potatoes could not even be considered lukewarm. There isn't much to eat nearby for breakfast - so I would suggest taking a shuttle or some other form of transportation to get breakfast elsewhere. The good thing is IF they make a mistake, like charging you for parking when you didn't even have a car... their staff was prompt to fix their mistake.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

If you are looking for a good spot for lunch, I would recommend stopping at August Henry's. It was right across the street from the hotel, and is also open for dinner as well. It is a casual bar type restaurant and they are open until 1:00 PM on weekends so if you are out late - they are still open for somewhere to eat. Their food is decent and their portions are good. The price ranges (for lunch) between around $8 and $15 or so. We got the zucchini strips which were very crispy and HOT.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
do not have one
CAhrlotte, VT.
Oct 26, 2010

Courtyard Pittsburgh Downtown

We were in town for our son's wedding on Oct. 23rd and wanted to be close to Monterey Bay Fish Grotto where we gave the pre-wedding dinner on Oct. 22nd. The location worked out well. I was surprised the pillowcases were not pressed. It would have been nice to have a small refrigerator and microwave. We do a fair bit of foreign travel and it's hard to make a comparison.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

SHorter than short is the Sonoma Grill, adjacent to the hotel, accessed directly from the lobby of the hotel.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
Pete
Business
Boulder, CO
Jul 5, 2010

Good value for the money

Purpose was business meeting with client. Would be nice if there was at least a modest bar. Although there are some in the immediate area, they're too noisy for much serious discussion. Rooms are quite generous in size which is pleasant.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Dining opportunities in the immediate vicinity or short walk, are excellent.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

2
Andrea
Baltimore MD
Jun 28, 2010

Expected more...

Came there to preview Pittsburgh for a job opportunity. Needless to say, I did not know that there was a "Furries" convention the same weekend. Well, the convention center is right next to the hotel....so I would recommend seeing what conventions are going on during the same time of your stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Bring a cooler, there's NO refridgerator.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Reviewer score

4
Nicole
Business
Philadelphia, PA
Jun 12, 2010

Great Quick Stay

Free wireless internet and able to print in business center from room. Room is spacious with high ceilings and on Penn Avenue near a few restaurants. Was able to check into room at 9 a.m. without any problem.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

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