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Hotel Overview

3896 Bigelow Blvd, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15213

Residence Inn By Marriott Pittsburgh University/Medical Center - Extended-stay hotel with easy access to University of Pittsburgh

Located in Oakland, PA, this aparthotel offers a quiet, park-like setting with easy access to the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, UPMC Hospitals, Hillman Cancer Center, and Petersen Event Center. The property features 174 spacious suites with separate living and sleeping areas, fully equipped kitchens, HDTVs with premium channels, and free Wi-Fi. Guests can use the complimentary shuttle service to nearby hospitals, universities, and businesses. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, indoor pool, spa tub, sport court, and a full breakfast buffet. The hotel is 1 km from the University of Pittsburgh and 35 km from Pittsburgh International Airport.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary high-speed internet access

On-site market for added convenience

Barbecue grills and a fireplace in the lobby

24-hour business center and express check-out

Dry cleaning/laundry services

The Mix evening social events

Indoor pool and whirlpool

Sport court and basketball activities

Spacious suites

The hotel offers 174 suites with separate living and sleeping areas, fully equipped kitchens, and 49-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels. Each suite includes a sofa bed in the living room, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Kitchens feature refrigerators, ovens, and cookware.

Other conveniences

Ironing facilities and air conditioning

Tea and coffee facilities

Dining table and sitting area

Free toiletries and carpeted floors

AM/FM alarm clock and telephone

Safes and complimentary newspapers

Free local calls and desks

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Pittsburgh 1.5 mi

Airports

Pittsburgh International (PIT) 20.1 mi

Arnold Palmer Regional (LBE) 42.8 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 20 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Lift

Sports & Fitness

Exercise gym

Guest Parking

Kitchen
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Dining

Breakfast

Spa & Leisure

Swimming pool

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Kitchen
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

3896 Bigelow Blvd, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15213

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3896 Bigelow Blvd, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15213

City landmarks

Garden

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

1.2 mi

Landmark

Cathedral of Learning

4300 ft

Museum

Carnegie Museum of Natural History

4700 ft

Park

Schenley Park

1.5 mi

Landmark

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh

4100 ft

Landmark

Strip District

1.4 mi

Museum

Carnegie Museum of Art

4400 ft

Church

Heinz Memorial Chapel

4300 ft

University

University of Pittsburgh

4000 ft

Landmark

The Nationality Rooms

4300 ft

Landmark

Senator John Heinz History Center

4400 ft

Zoo

Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

2.8 mi

University

Carnegie Mellon University

1.1 mi

Landmark

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum

4100 ft

Baseball Stadium

PNC Park

2.7 mi

Landmark

Petersen Events Center

4900 ft

Bridge

Washington Crossing Bridge

1.5 mi

Cemetery

Allegheny Cemetery

1.5 mi

Church

Cathedral of Saint Paul

2800 ft

Square

Schenley Plaza

4600 ft

Stadium

PPG Paints Arena

2.1 mi

Landmark

Forbes Field

4700 ft

Landmark

Fitzgerald Field House

5100 ft

Landmark

Carnegie Museums

4200 ft

Landmark

Sennott Square

1.1 mi

Landmark

Shadyside

1.5 mi

Museum

The Clemente Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

Phipps Conservatory

1.6 mi

Landmark

Glitterbox Theater

3200 ft

Nearby

Store

Bombay Food Market

1400 ft

Restaurants

Salt

2800 ft

461 Melwood Ave Inside TMD Holdings

All India Restaurant

1500 ft

315 N Craig St

Pizza Bellagio

1300 ft

4635 Centre Ave

India Palace Cuisine

1200 ft

4519 Centre Ave

Tandoor Indian Grill

1200 ft

4519 Centre Ave

Rumi Grill House

1200 ft

305 N Craig St

Legume

2100 ft

214 N Craig St

Bombay Food Market and Restaurant

1400 ft

4605 Centre Ave

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

John

United States, May 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located in a nice and quiet area where you can easily access groceries and enjoy a refurbished setting. The rooms were spacious, well-designed, exceptionally clean, and well-maintained. However, it was a little uncomfortable to have another elevator on the other side of the building.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, well-designed, and exceptionally clean with great amenities like a full fridge/freezer, kitchen sink & utensils, and even a dishwasher.

Service

9.0

The staff treated us with the utmost respect, were willing to assist with any issues, and seemed genuinely caring about the guests and their jobs.

Location

8.0

The location is very nice and quiet but with easy access to groceries. It also offers free on-location parking, especially to Veterans.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was standard, with vegetarian and vegan options available, but at times it was busy and challenging to find plates.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers refurbished rooms, lobby, and breakfast area, in addition to being close to an Assisted Living facility.

Charles

United States, April 2024

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The room was spacious and equipped with everything we needed, including a microwave, full fridge/freezer, kitchen sink, utensils, and even a dishwasher. The pool and bed were amazing, and I particularly loved the separate mirror sink area from the bathroom. The layout was perfect for my family of four, and the location was great for our college visit to Pitt, offering great potential as a home away from home for the next four years.

Rooms

9.0

I felt like I had all the space I needed in the room. It was clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch! From the shuttle bus driver to the overall staff, everyone was wonderful, very helpful, accommodating, and professional.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient for our college visit to Pitt, and the picturesque walk to the Museum and Cathedral of Learning was enjoyable. However, venturing beyond the grounds past daylight wasn't ideal. The shuttle service was a plus, and being close to the airport bus was very convenient.

Dining

8.0

The continental breakfast exceeded my expectations with a variety of great choices. The hot and cold food options were tasteful and satisfying.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were impressive, and the pool was well-maintained, contributing to a pleasant stay.

Eliza

United States, February 2024

8.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The room I upgraded to was more than I needed, with a full kitchen and a large seating area, making it great value for the price. The room was spacious and very clean, exactly what I was looking for after a long day of travel.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious and very clean, exceeding my expectations.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel was top-notch from the van driver to the front desk, food service, and housekeeping. They all helped ease my anxiety as a first-time college mom, which was greatly appreciated.

Location

7.0

The location of the hotel was convenient, especially for my visit to a nearby conference facility. Although not ideal for venturing beyond the grounds past daylight, it was perfect for my short stay.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was just okay, but the wholesome food during the week was my favorite.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were excellent despite undergoing renovations. Complete with large screen TVs, fireplaces, and comfortable seating, I enjoyed my time there.

Allan

United States, September 2023

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite enjoyable. The rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable, but it was a bit noisy due to a group of high school kids. The service was welcoming and helped alleviate my anxiety, although at times I had to address noise issues myself. The location was convenient for my business near the University and hospital. The dining experience exceeded my expectations with delicious options and a caring staff member, Marlene Thomas. Overall, the stay provided good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very clean, spacious, and equipped with cooking devices.

Service

7.0

The service was kind and helped to reduce my anxiety, although I had to intervene with noise levels at times.

Location

9.0

The location was very convenient for people doing business with the University or the hospital nearby.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delightful with delicious and well-stocked options provided by Marlene Thomas.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory and met my needs during the stay.

Chester

United States, September 2023

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a pleasant experience overall. The rooms were spacious and the staff, including the shuttle drivers, particularly Cecil, were friendly. However, there was a strong smell of smoke in one of the rooms, which was a bit off-putting. I found it necessary to wear something on my feet like flip flops in the room.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff, including the shuttle drivers, were friendly and accommodating.

Location

8.0

The location was good and convenient to many places, making it easy to explore different attractions and restaurants.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, with a variety of healthy choices available.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and provided a comfortable stay.

Frances

United States, August 2023

8.4/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms felt like an apartment with a kitchen and a couch, but unfortunately, they were completely filled with high school kids making it hard to enjoy coffee or breakfast until they left to another room. The hotel itself had a cozy vibe.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were like an apartment with a kitchen and couch, but the presence of high school kids made it challenging to enjoy coffee or breakfast until they left to another room. However, the overall feel of the hotel was cozy.

Service

9.0

The service provided by the desk attendants was professional, courteous, and hospitable. They made sure we had everything we needed during our stay.

Location

8.0

The location was amazing and brought a homely feeling, despite the inconvenience of requiring 2 elevators to navigate. The friendliness and helpfulness of the staff made it entirely worth the extra effort. Plus, it was just an 18-minute picturesque walk to the Museum and Cathedral of Learning, with plenty of restaurants and Starbucks around.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was amazing during our stay. The breakfast buffet offered a variety of options including eggs and freshly made waffles. They even had gluten-free dishes available.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, complete with large screen TVs, fireplaces, heaters, and comfortable seating. Everything was well-maintained and provided a comfortable environment throughout our stay.

Jim

United States, July 2023

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, ideal for a couple's getaway or a family vacation. However, our room was unexpectedly dark and lacked a view despite our Platinum Elite status and request for a high-floor room.

Rooms

8.0

The room I stayed in was very clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service provided by the staff was friendly and caring, making our stay more enjoyable.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was convenient for reaching attractions like Carnegie museums, the Zoo, and Kennywood.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience offered good food options, but there were some challenges with availability and accessibility.