Twice named America's Most Livable City by "Places Rated Almanac," Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has something for everyone to enjoy, including museums, parks, theaters, and championship sports teams. Golfers can make use of numerous golf courses in the Pittsburgh area, such as the Fox Chapel Golf Club, the Bob O'Connor Golf Course, and the Mount Lebanon Municipal Course. Golfers visiting Pittsburgh can stay at one of the city's many hotels, including a few new facilities which opened within the past several months (as of early 2010).
SpringHill Suites Pittsburgh North Shore
SpringHill Suites is a smoke-free hotel on the North Shore of Pittsburgh, within walking distance of the Steelers' Heinz Field, the Pirates' PNC Park, the Carnegie Science Center, and the new Rivers Casino. All suites come with a sofa bed, kitchen area and work desk, and king suites include an in-room whirlpool. SpringHill hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, complimentary wireless Internet and free shuttle service within three-miles of the hotel. The hotel features an on-site restaurant serving American cuisine.
SpringHill Suites Pittsburgh North Shore
223 Federal St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 323-9005
marriott.com/hotels/travel/pitns-springhill-suites-pittsburgh-north-shore/
Fairmont Pittsburgh
Set for a March 29, 2010 opening, the luxurious Fairmont Hotel offers 185 elegant guest rooms and suites, many with a view of the Mount Washington overlook, the city's three rivers, or PNC Park. The hotel is right in the heart of downtown, within walking distance of the entire business district, the sports stadiums and Point State Park. The Fairmont features the Habitat restaurant, which offers internationally-inspired domestic fare, and the cocktail bar Andy's, named after famous Pittsburghers Andrew Carnegie and Andy Warhol. Guests may bring pets for a fee of $25 per night.
Fairmont Pittsburgh
510 Market St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(800) 441-1414
fairmont.com/pittsburgh
Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown
The Hampton Inn is located at the spot where downtown Pittsburgh meets the Strip District, an eclectic neighborhood known for its nightlife and weekend outdoor shopping market. The Hampton offers 143 rooms and suites, including both smoking and nonsmoking rooms. Amenities include an LCD high-definition TV, free high-speed Internet and a complimentary breakfast. The Hampton Inn also features an indoor swimming pool, whirlpool and exercise room. This hotel is one of the few in downtown Pittsburgh to offer free guest parking. Pets are not permitted.
Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown
1247 Smallman St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 288-4350
hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=PITDNHX
About The Author
Scott Allan is a Penn State graduate with a journalism degree and a background in news, entertainment, and travel writing. He has been writing since the mid-'90s and has been published on various websites, including eHow and Answerbag.
