Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

3.0 star property

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The exterior of the Hilton Garden Inn with a prominent illuminated sign, a large entrance with glass doors, and an American flag displayed outside.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, a fireplace, and multiple seating areas.
Meeting facility
Lobby
Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

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.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

2 Queen Mobility/Hearing Accessible w/Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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
  • Free WiFi

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

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

1 KING HEARING ACCESSIBLE ROOM

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

  • ‪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

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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, 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 Jun 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place on Jul 12, 2026 start from $140, including 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 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and free wired internet as well as a restaurant.

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

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms 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 that I can book at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place that offer a balcony.

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. 623 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1009 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay in Pittsburgh
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Gloriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARIUS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to campus
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven Vinci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a Pitt visit. Convenient walk to the campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but in great condition, and the staff was great! They really seemed to care about doing a good job. Plus it was within walking distance of eating spots and other things. I would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and welcoming and we appreciate having a restaurant on site (and the restaurant staff are exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
If you need to go to UPMC this is the place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service, great valet service!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and very clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Yogesh

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Clean room and great access to university
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We felt very safe during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

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