Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Oakland in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania

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Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Oakland
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3896 Bigelow Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Chain: Residence Inn by Marriott

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About the Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Oakland

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The pet-friendly Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Oakland is within a mile of the University of Pittsburgh and offers all suites extended stay accommodation equally suited to the business traveler or families on vacation. The nine-story, non-smoking hotel has 174 one and two bedroom suites all with fully equipped kitchens and separate sleeping and living areas. Items included in the room rate are high-speed Internet access, a hot breakfast buffet, midweek evening socials, local telephone calls, and coffee, and other hot drinks, available in the lobby 24/7. The inn is close to the Carnegie Mellon University, UPMC Medical Center, Shadyside Hospital, Hillman Cancer Center, Software Engineering Institute, Mellon Institute, Cathedral of Learning and Petersen Event Center. There is 1,600 square-feet of meeting space available for business and social functions.

Does HotelsByCity recommend this hotel?

Former visitors to this Residence Inn say it is in a great location, close to the University of Pittsburgh, the prices are reasonable and the suites are spacious, clean and comfortable. Many clients enjoyed the complimentary breakfast buffet, the midweek social gatherings, and coffee, cookies and hot chocolate that was always available in the lobby. The employees were commended for their cheerful and friendly help and most clients say they will return to this inn on future visits to Pittsburgh. Read our customer reviews?

Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Oakland Accommodations

All the suites have a kitchen with conventional oven and microwave oven, stovetop, refrigerator with icemaker, dishwasher, coffeemaker, toaster, toaster oven and a full set of cutlery and crockery. Other amenities include a work desk with high-speed Internet access, two-line telephone with voicemail and speakerphone, pullout sofa bed, television with cable news and movie channels, hairdryer and an iron and ironing board. The two bedroom suites have two private bedrooms, two bathrooms, three televisions and a separate living room. The one-bedroom suites have a private bedroom and two televisions.

Amenities offered

This inn has an indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool, fitness center and a sports court. The property offers a grocery shopping service and has a list of restaurants that will deliver to the inn. The complimentary breakfast and midweek light dinners are the only meals served here. Places to eat nearby include Café Sam, the Indian Garden, the Grand Concourse seafood restaurant and Zarra’s Italian restaurant. The 24-hour front desk has safe deposit boxes and information on area attractions and events. Other amenities include fax and copying services, a coin-operated laundry, an ATM, vending machines, valet dry-cleaning and a picnic area with a barbecue grill.

Directions (view map)

From Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) 22 miles: Follow Route 60 South, which links to I-279N-Route 22/30 East. Proceed through the Fort Pitt Tunnel onto I-376 East. Take I-376 East to the Oakland exit. Turn left off exit onto Forbes Avenue. Continue on Forbes through 10 lights. Turn left immediately after the tenth light onto South Dithridge. Follow to the end (three blocks). Turn right onto Bigelow Boulevard. The Residence Inn is on the left.

General hotel policies

Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 noon
Parking: Yes, there is parking. It costs $13.50 per day. For guests staying 30+ days, parking is complimentary.
Pets: Yes, pets are allowed. There is a $100 charge.