Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

3.0 star property

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Meeting facility
Lobby
Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes
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, University of Pittsburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Petersen Events Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carnegie Mellon University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Premium Two Queen Rom

  • Sleeps 4

Hearing Accessible Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Hearing Accessible Queen Room with Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Hearing Accessible Two Queen Room with Tub

  • Sleeps 4

King Room-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Mobility Access One Bedroom King Suite with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 5

Deluxe Hearing Accessible King Suite

  • Sleeps 5

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two Queen Evolution Room

  • Sleeps 4

Evolution One Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Pittsburgh

Located in Central Oakland within a short walk of University of Pittsburgh, Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Carnegie Mellon University. This 202-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a gym, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Phipps Conservatory - 13 min walk - 0.7 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
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pamela's P&G Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪J.J Poke Bowl & Taiwanese Bubble Tea - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is offered for USD 35 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a conference center, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-in.
50-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include MP3 docks, refrigerators, and microwaves. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

As of Feb 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place on Mar 1, 2026 start from 146.28, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

This hotel is situated in Central Oakland within a 10-minute walk of Petersen Events Center, Mexican War Streets, and Cathedral of Learning. You'll also find PPG Paints Arena and PNC Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 35 per night.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place include a casino?

No, Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and free Internet access as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Garden Grille and Bar.

Will Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

The closest major airport to Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place is Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT), which is 20.7 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place.

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 608 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sandeep

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty and the sheets had hair on them. This place has artificially inflated ratings somehow.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mario, Reston

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawnrika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and everyone was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystol

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Phone did not work in room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian Salvador, Rosemount

excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, clean establishment overall, and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is one of our favorite properties to stay at. The rooms are comfortable, spacious and clean. The staff is always wonderfully friendly, at all levels.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Restaurant was out of alot of things on menu.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

No breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

The bathroom was not clean, but the staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean space, and great price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, the whole experience with that hotel was great. Im glad we stayed there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025