Quality Inn University Center
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/United_States--PA/Pittsburgh/Quality_Inn_University_Center.h80013/
Hotel Overview
Birthday weekend
We only stayed one night for the location. It was an ideal location for where our friend lived, so...
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Kayla5306
- May 9, 2013
Refurbished hotel in great location
Older hotel; however, new carpet, fresh paint, and clean and comfortable bed! Excellent location,...
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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
- 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.
Guest Reviews (93)
Ratings and reviews for Quality Inn University Center
- All travelers (93) 2.9 / 5
- Business (22) 3.3 / 5
- Couples (26) 2.9 / 5
- Families (15) 2.4 / 5
- Friends (10) 3.1 / 5
- Singles (19) 2.9 / 5
- Amenities:
- 2.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.5
- Hotel staff:
- 3.4
- Room comfort:
- 3.3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3.3
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Liz KF
Refurbished hotel in great location
Older hotel; however, new carpet, fresh paint, and clean and comfortable bed! Excellent location, close to downtown PGH, Oakland, and East End. Friendly and courteous staff!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Panera inside hotel
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Dear me
Average all round
Reception personnel was distracted, but capable. Close to everything!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Hawaii Parent of CMU Kid
CMU Visit
I have stayed here twice while visiting my daughter at Carnegie Mellon U. I love the location, about 5 minutes driving from CMU, even in traffic. It is nice to have a breakfast place downstairs as there are so few of them in Pittsburgh; my one wish for this hotel was a self laundry. I like to do my daughters laundry when I visit and I had to go out to do it. The staff is very friendly.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
paytontech
Not a bad place
This isn't a bad hotel. It could be a little cheaper but that's forgivable. The room was reasonably big with a desk and TV and full size bathroom. The place was clean and the staff were nice. BIG plus is that they have a computer in the lobby you can use for free and PRINT for free too. I hope they don't make the mistake of discontinuing this service. It's a Godsend if you don't happen to bring a laptop and/or smartphone. Not everybody has a smartphone and those who have laptops don't always bring them. Location wise, it's right next to U Pitt, though that wasn't my target. Mine was downtown. By cab you can get to the Lawrence Convention Center for about $9 but walk up a street or two and you can catch a bus. You can also catch 28X back to the airport when you're ready to go home. 28X will also get you downtown, not far from the Convention Center, just be sure to get off at that stop because the next is far away from it.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
PiTT in Steelers
Not a bad location and people are polite
The location of the hotel was not that bad. It was relatively farther than any other hotels that are located near the University of Pittsburgh. However, it was in walkable location (about 15 minutes away from the school). Also, if we consider the price. it was a good deal. However, they do not provide any breakfast. So, you need to find stores that are near by. But, then on same building, there is Panera. So, I guess it was OK.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
huntshri
Overpriced !
This hotel is overpriced ! Toilet Flush was not working , bedsheets were not smelling good ...could hear a loud thumping sound from the elevator outside all night !!! Good Part : Panera Bread right adjacent to the hotel open 6 am to 9 pm , Television in room was 40 " LCD HD :) with HBO !
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Solitary
Great spot in Pittsburgh
This was the most reasonable hotel I found in Pittsburgh near the University. Still, it was great! Fresh coffee in the lobby any time. The rooms have coffeemaker, a refrigerator and a microwave. Rooms were kept clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. They run a shuttle for the vicinity. Bus lines are nearby as is the hospital. Restaurant in building for breakfast and sandwiches. What's not to like?
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
azfanua
nice stay
Nice hotel near amenities. Free bus service around town, no cabs needed.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
No issues!
I traveled there on business, used the 28x bus from the airport (cost 3.25 each way rather than a $50 cab!!) and they have a free shuttle at the hotel which will bring you around within the city which was helpful for my interview! The panera on the 1st floor was totally clutch!! Front desk workers were friendly and helpful. Room was decent.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
It's a short walk to the closest 28x bus pick up to get a ride to the airport (about 0.4miles) and you'll save yourself about $90 in taxi fare. It's $50 for a taxi each way, and $3.25 for the bus each way!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Right price and clean
I was only looking for a place to sleep, not all the amenities and Quality Inn was perfect for that. It was clean! That's the basic requirement! Internet access, coffeemaker, Panera Bread in the building - what's not to like? Two complaints: 1. I couldn't get through to arrange a wake-up call; couldn't even raise the front desk. 2. No bottle opener in room or at front desk
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
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