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Quality Inn University Center

2 stars
3401 Blvd of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.9
out of 5 93 reviews
Birthday weekend

We only stayed one night for the location. It was an ideal location for where our friend lived, so... See full review

  • Kayla5306
  • May 9, 2013
Refurbished hotel in great location

Older hotel; however, new carpet, fresh paint, and clean and comfortable bed! Excellent location,... See full review

  • Liz KF
  • Feb 25, 2013
Rooms with a Pittsburgh view and private balconies, too

The Quality Inn University Center is in an ideal location for visitors looking to stay near Pittsburgh's major medical centers and universities. Many are walkable from the hotel's front door, if not in plain sight from one of the hotel's private balconies. Guests not interested in walking can catch a ride on the hotel's complimentary shuttle. Fans of Panera Bread restaurants will be thrilled to discover a location in the hotel lobby.

Policies and fees
Pets are not allowed within the hotel premises.
Highlights
  • Near Pittsburgh education institutions, including universities and medical centers
  • Rooms have private balconies
  • Free shuttle
Rooms

All 119 rooms in this seven-story hotel have private balconies. Each room also has free Wi-Fi, local calls, and weekday paper delivery. Guests can request a room with a microwave and/or refrigerator as well.

Features

It is not everyday that a hotel in the city offers its guests a private balcony with every room. But that is exactly what visitors to the Quality Inn University Center can expect. Other room benefits include free Wi-Fi, free weekday paper delivery, and free local calls. While each room has a coffee maker, the hotel offers a 24-hour coffee service for guests who would prefer not to brew their own coffee.

 

Other conveniences here include a free shuttle in the Oakland area, the Pittsburgh neighborhood where the hotel is located, which is home to the city's major universities. Many of those universities, including the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University, are a short walk from the hotel.

Transportation
  • Allegheny County Airport (8 mi/12.8 km)
  • Pittsburgh Amtrak Station (2.7 mi/4.3 km)
  • Pittsburgh International Airport (20 mi/32.2 km)
  • Free shuttle throughout the Oakland neighborhood
Nearby attractions
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
  • University of Pittsburgh (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
  • Carnegie Mellon University (1 mi/1.6 km)
Business
  • Free Wi-Fi

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Elevators
Activities
Exercise gym
Dining
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Coffee shop
Services
Safe deposit box
Porters
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Outdoor parking
Bus parking
Room
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Hairdryer in room
Microwave
Iron
Smoke detectors

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Hotel Map

40.4361 -79.9581
Nearby airports
Pittsburgh Int'l Airport, (PIT), 18.00, MI, W;
Area description
City Center, Univ. of Pitts.

Nearby points of interest

  • Mellon Arena: 1.8 mi
  • PNC Park: 2.6 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

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 (93)

Ratings and reviews for Quality Inn University Center

Overall score

2.9 / 5
About the scores
93 out of 93
Amenities:
2.8
Room cleanliness:
3.3
Hotel staff:
3.6
Room comfort:
3.2
Location:
3.9
Value:
3.3

68% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

J.Jose
India
Aug 30, 2011

best place to stay near CMU

Room is clean . Location perfect for parents visiting CMU free shuttle service is a big advantage Staff is very nice

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Anonymous
Rockland County, New York
Nov 2, 2010

Good Location at the Right Price

Very adequate; Panera Bread right next door; pleasant staff at the Quality Inn; clean rooms though really need updating; WiFi in each room; great shower

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Popcicle
New Oxford, PA
Oct 31, 2010

Penguins game at the Consul Arena

Hotel employees were friendly and they had everything in order. The state of the hotel was not good. It was old and in need of a major renovation.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

black barbie
Akron, OH
Oct 11, 2010

Nice basic hotel for local universities.

This is a nice basic hotel - rooms are a little small and dated but it is clean. It is a little noisy because it is right there in the city but it isn't terrible. The location cannot be beat, it is 5 minutes from CMU, Pitt, Carlton, Duquesne, and that is why I have stayed there before, and will stay again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Purple RN
Camp Hiil, PA
Aug 3, 2010

perfect overnight stay

Perfect lcoation...easy walk to everything...

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

Carnegie Museum was close...

Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Anonymous
Long Island, NY
Jul 14, 2010

Good....

Good hotel for what we needed it for.

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

Pamela's for breakfast. On Forbes ave. Get there early. Best breakfast.

Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

2

Would recommend

Anonymous
Saint George utah
Jul 14, 2010

Pittsburgh

The hotel was in a good location though there was a lot of street noise. The hotel is old and needs some major remodeling and sprucing up. Love the Panera right downstairs. A/C was Very noisy.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Weary Train Traveler
Chicago, IL
Jun 20, 2010

Decent hotel near major universities

Visited local universities, downtown Pittsburgh, and surrounding area over a few days. The hotel has a Panera bread in its lower level, which was very convenient for one lazy morning, and very close to Forbes avenue and fifth avenue. The fitness area had some flooding so was out of commission. The staff was friendly; they called a cab for me when I needed to go to the train station. Given that this was on the first leg of my train travel vacation, I was happy to have a quiet and clean place to rest after walking around the city for a few hours.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
2
Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

Get a copy of the Port authority buses to and from downtown; there's a series of routes that run nearby and are much cheaper and quite convenient from the hotel to downtown.

Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Anonymous
Hermitage, PA
Jun 13, 2010

Great Location for price

The rooms are average and decor is not modern but it does have a flat TV and the rooms are very clean. Also the location is great for the price. Staff was friendly and efficient. The hotel is on top of a Panera francise which is also great for breakfast. Not to mention one of the very few hotels that offer free parking. Bottom line, if your intent is to go out and only return to the hotel to sleep (basics) then this is the perfect place form the money.

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

it is less than 5 minutes driving from Downtown Pittsburgh (Liberty street).

Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Anonymous
York, PA
May 18, 2010

Review

I'll pay more next time for a better quality hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of Quality Inn University Center

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

Anonymous
Grand Rapids, MI
Apr 5, 2010

Disappointing

I got the hotel room because it was close to downtown Pittsburgh and the least expensive. The room seemed small and unclean. The bathroom was even smaller and the shower head and dial were not attached to the wall. The light switches and outlets were setup wrong. The only nice thing was the view of downtown.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

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