Omni William Penn HotelvsFriendship Suites

Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Omni William Penn Hotel scores significantly better than Friendship Suites. Omni William Penn Hotel ranks #1 in Pittsburgh with positive reviews from 8 reviewers such as Oyster, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.

Omni William Penn Hotel

Tripexpert score:

8/10

Location:530 William Penn Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Price:

From $118/night

Amenities:

Pet Friendly
Bar/Lounge
Free Internet
Room Service
Laundry Service
Concierge

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Expert reviews:

Fodor's

"Pittsburgh's grand hotel has a sumptuous lobby, where people relax with drinks under a coffered ceiling and crystal chandeliers." Full review

Lonely Planet

Top choice

"An old-school high-rise hotel in the downtown district - good for a Pirates or Steelers game but not nightlife - the Omni features a grand lobby and spacious rooms." Full review

Star Service

"For guests looking for old-world elegance on a large scale, there is no better option in Pittsburgh." Full review

Michelin Guide

"Modeled after France's Fonrainebleau, the lobby of this downtown historic landmark (1916) features ornate molded ceilings and arched doorways."

Gayot

"This historic, sky-scraping, 1916 building could compete with the best of them among the classic brick architecture of New York City."

Travel + Leisure

"The massive 597-room property retains its old-world charm—especially in the lobby—with giant mahogany arches, historic murals, and molded plaster ceilings." Full review

Jetsetter

"Belle Epoque landmark in downtown Pittsburgh with a swanky dining room and original 1920s speakeasy bar." Full review

Oyster

Upscale

"The Omni William Penn is a historic four-pearl hotel in downtown Pittsburgh, within walking distance of most major downtown attractions." Full review

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Friendship Suites

Tripexpert score:

7/10

Location:301 Stratford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232