StayAreasIs Shadyside & East Liberty a good place to stay in Pittsburgh?
Yes, if you want a quieter, local-feeling stay with good restaurants. It's leafy and pleasant, but the main sights are a bus ride away.
Stay here if
- Couples
- Families
- Repeat visitors
Look elsewhere if
- You want to walk to the sights
- You want river views
- You want big-city nightlife
Hotels in Shadyside & East Liberty
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Staying in Shadyside & East Liberty
Shadyside and East Liberty are a relaxed, local-feeling place to stay in Pittsburgh. Walnut Street's boutiques and cafes, leafy streets of old mansions and East Liberty's restaurants are all within walking distance, and the East Busway runs downtown in about 15 minutes.
Shadyside has long been one of the city's smartest neighbourhoods, with Victorian houses and small shops. East Liberty has changed fast, with new apartment blocks, restaurants and tech offices in places like Bakery Square, alongside its grand old church.
The downside is the distance from the main sights. You'll take a bus or rideshare to the rivers, the stadiums and the museums, and there are only a few hotels.
What makes the area special is the feel. You can stay in a historic mansion, walk to brunch on Walnut Street and have dinner at one of the city's best restaurants, then head downtown for a game when you want to.
Getting around
- Cathedral of Learning18
- Market Square20
- Strip District22
- Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History22
- PPG Paints Arena23
- PNC Park24
- Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)45
Shadyside & East Liberty questions
Is Shadyside & East Liberty a good area to stay in Pittsburgh?
Yes, if you want a quieter, local-feeling stay with good restaurants. It's leafy and pleasant, but the main sights are a bus ride away. It suits couples, families and repeat visitors.
How much does a hotel in Shadyside & East Liberty cost?
A typical double is around $170 a night at a budget hotel, $175 mid-range and $280 for luxury, outside peak events.
How do I get from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Shadyside & East Liberty?
About 45 minutes door to door: taxi or rideshare from the airport.
How far is Shadyside & East Liberty from the main sights?
Door to door from Shadyside & East Liberty: Cathedral of Learning 18 minutes, Market Square 20 minutes, Strip District 22 minutes and Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History 22 minutes.