Top 10 Central Oakland Hotels of 2026

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1. Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

Central Oakland

Olivia

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, a brick wall, and hanging star-shaped lights.

2. Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place

Oakland, 0.8 km from Central Oakland

Betsey

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern dining area with a round table, chairs, and a sofa. There are large windows providing natural light and a view of the outdoors.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Southside Works

South Side Flats, 1.5 km from Central Oakland

Angel Leonel

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A bar area with a wooden backdrop, a glass display case with bottles, and four black bar stools.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center

0.9 km from Central Oakland

Jenny

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a river and buildings in the background.

5. HYATT house Pittsburgh-South Side

South Side Flats, 1.5 km from Central Oakland

Julian

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A large stone building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a symmetrical facade.

6. Mansions on Fifth Hotel

Shadyside, 1.6 km from Central Oakland

Orlando

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A breakfast bar with various food items and a sign that says "Egg-Xactly The Start You Need".

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh-South Side by IHG

South Side Flats, 3.2 km from Central Oakland

Barbara

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A table set with candles and a bouquet of flowers, overlooking a cityscape at night.

8. TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville

Lawrenceville, 3.6 km from Central Oakland

Zakiyah

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large cityscape mural, and a seating area with a railing.

9. Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

Downtown Pittsburgh, 3.6 km from Central Oakland

martin

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a city skyline view, and a clear sky.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Northshore

East Allegheny, 4.1 km from Central Oakland

Harly

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, and a nightstand.

11. Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh East Liberty by IHG

3.6 km from Central Oakland

sean

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious lobby with large windows, a modern ceiling design, and a variety of seating options.

12. Cambria Hotel Pittsburgh - Downtown

Downtown Pittsburgh, 3 km from Central Oakland

Oneal

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A double door with a stone frame and a decorative arch above it.

13. The Maverick by Kasa

3.4 km from Central Oakland

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a flagpole with an American flag.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown

Strip District, 3.5 km from Central Oakland

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, cushioned sofas, and a table with chairs.

15. Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside

Bloomfield, 2.4 km from Central Oakland

Jerald

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a large window overlooking a cityscape at night.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown

Strip District, 3.5 km from Central Oakland

Ryan

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A rooftop lounge with a stone fire pit, cushioned seating, and a view of the cityscape.

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square

3.8 km from Central Oakland

ijeoma

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A Marriott hotel with a modern glass facade, surrounded by other buildings and a historic building in the background.

18. Pittsburgh Marriott City Center

Downtown Pittsburgh, 3.3 km from Central Oakland

eric

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor seating, and a red awning.

19. The Priory Hotel

East Allegheny, 4.2 km from Central Oakland

JOHN

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and an exit sign.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Downtown Pittsburgh, 4 km from Central Oakland

Jeffrey

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Where to stay in Central Oakland

Find the best Central Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Pittsburgh

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

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North Shore

Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at North Side Station.

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Oakland

Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History while in the area.

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Strip District

Strip District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre or Ohio River Valley.

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North Side

While you're in North Side, take in top sights like Acrisure Stadium or PNC Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Side Station or Allegheny Station.

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Top Central Oakland Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very hospitable."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Oakland?

Central Oakland is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants. Consider a visit to Phipps Conservatory as part of your Central Oakland travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Central Oakland?

Based on our traveller data, Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Oakland. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from University of Pittsburgh, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Oakland, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Central Oakland.

What are the top things to see and do in Central Oakland?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Central Oakland with a visit to Phipps Conservatory and Schenley Park. While you're out sightseeing, PPG Paints Arena and PNC Park are a couple of additional sights to visit in Pittsburgh.

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Our top choices for Central Oakland hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

2. Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Southside Works

4. Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center

5. HYATT house Pittsburgh-South Side

6. Mansions on Fifth Hotel

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh-South Side by IHG

8. TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville

9. Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Northshore

11. Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh East Liberty by IHG

12. Cambria Hotel Pittsburgh - Downtown

13. The Maverick by Kasa

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown

15. Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square

18. Pittsburgh Marriott City Center

19. The Priory Hotel

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Where to stay in Central Oakland

Downtown Pittsburgh

North Shore

Oakland

Strip District

North Side

Top Central Oakland Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

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