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Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a complimentary breakfast before relaxing by the fireplace or taking a refreshing dip in the seasonal pool

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Located in Pittsburgh's center, Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place offers free breakfast, grocery shopping service, and in-room WiFi. Guests can unwind by the lobby fireplace or enjoy the seasonal pool. Attentive staff provides dry cleaning and luggage storage.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

49-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Double Beds

Studio, 2 Double Beds

Studio, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 385 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

49-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms

49-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed
  • 540 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Transf Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Transf Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Mobility/Hearing Access, Transf Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Mobility/Hearing Access, Transf Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Located in Oakland, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place is near a metro station and near theme parks. Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Carnegie Museum of Art are cultural highlights and Phipps Conservatory is a popular area attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petersen Events Center or PPG Paints Arena. Enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, ziplining, and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a segway rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Pittsburgh travel guide
Map
3341 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213

What's nearby

  • The Cathedral of Learning is what all schools should look like. When you take a class in this building you feel a higher calling #StunningStructures
    University of Pittsburgh
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Allegheny County Soldiers memorial; Shutterstock ID 10100599
    Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Gates Hillman Center is a unique building that houses the computer science program and research. I love how outside the box the building is #StunningStructures
    Carnegie Mellon University
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Petersen Events Center
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • First Avenue Station
    4 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station
    9 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    5 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    6 min walk
  • Pamela's P&G Diner
    6 min walk

About this property

Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place

Hotel near University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Located close to Petersen Events Center and University of Pittsburgh, Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place provides free continental breakfast, a free grocery shopping service, and a free manager's reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Swimming pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and free newspapers
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 144 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 49-inch Smart TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and dishwashers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 22 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2017
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 22.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place Hotel
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Residence Inn Oakland/University Place
Resince Inn OaklandUniversity
Pittsburgh Oakland University
Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place Hotel
Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place Pittsburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place on Mar 29, 2026 start from CA $178, 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.

Is Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 22.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place located?

Located in Oakland, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, University of Pittsburgh, and Petersen Events Center. Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum and Carnegie Museum of Natural History are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 637 out of 938 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 938 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 938 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 938 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 938 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOYCE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location and the room was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Xilei

The room was clean and staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cozy, Staff were great and a quick Uber to all the amenities for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room seemed clean and the staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is excellent. The location, breakfast, customer service, appearance, cleanliness. I prefer this hotel when I do my annual “Boy’s Trip” with my son.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and check in was just as smooth. Staff was super nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff location is nice. price was affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time while touring Pittsburgh for our daughter. Loved the service and the rooms were really spacious. The staff are friendly as soon as you check in . We will definitely stay here again .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and well equipped room. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Comfortable bed. Quiet. Good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly and the breakfast is good. However, the parking is not easy and get out is not straightforward.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place, very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located hotel, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Very friendly staff and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
The hotel was a beautiful. Checking in was seamless and the lash shoe helped
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room was nice size, great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to stay

We are glad to have found this hotel as an option for Pittsburgh. The bed was comfortable and having a full size fridge was nice for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we've stayed here and the staff, William in particular, have been so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ghada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s great place to sleep for a night for road trip on and off the HW closed to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place , nice location.

Always a very nice stay in a convenient area, close to a lot of different attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Equipped with kitchen, very clean, close to museum and conservatory. Full breakfast included. Our stay was pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommend highly

Yes. It had everything needed to prepare a meal. Stove, microwave, fridge, dishes etc.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, clean hotel with helpful & friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, new and clean facility. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025