Traveler's Rest Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (153 reviews)
27 S 6th St , Pittsburgh , US
+1 (412) 623-9343
[email protected]

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Cycling
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional breakfast and coffee
Very clean / pristine
Warm, welcoming hosts and personal service
Cozy, well-appointed boutique rooms
Bicycle garage, library and pleasant common areas
Close to shops, river/walking/cycling path
Cons:
Bathrooms often detached across the hall (private but not en-suite)
No TV in many rooms
Shared/communal toiletries; some in-room amenities (hairdryer/iron) not provided
A few guests found the location off or inconvenient
Limited or no parking for some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
9.6
Frequently described as pristine and very clean across multiple reviews (e.g., 'pristine clean', 'Niebywałą czystość').
Service
9.5
Hosts/owners repeatedly noted as warm, welcoming and helpful; proprietor engages with guests and provides a friendly, personal experience.
Location
8.8
Generally praised as convenient (close to E. Carson shops, river/walking path) though a few guests called it 'a bit off' or 'horrible location' — overall positive but mixed.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms are cozy, well-appointed and boutique-style with comfortable beds; negatives include smaller/basic rooms, no in-room TV and many bathrooms are detached across the hall.
Amenities
8.8
Good communal amenities (breakfast area, bicycle garage, library, refrigerators, sound machines); some expected in-room items (TV, hairdryer, iron) are missing and toiletries are communal.
Value for Money
9.3
Guests call it a 'hidden gem' and praise the level of service, breakfast and overall experience as strong value for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.6
Consistently highlighted as a standout: high-quality, fresh breakfast offerings and outstanding coffee ('world's best breakfast bar', 'best coffee').
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall very positive — many guests would return, felt at home, enjoyed the welcoming vibe, cleanliness and hosts; best suited to travelers who appreciate B&B-style service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-10-12 14:14

Property Description

Traveler's Rest is an independently owned and operated hotel perfectly located along the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) trail in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Rest stays faithful to Pittsburgh's golden era of robber barons and steelworkers while being fully equipped with all the modern hotel amenities today's traveler expects. Once the office headquarters of A.M. Byers Pipe, the building offers private rooms with private detached bathrooms and shared lounging and kitchen space in the Great Room.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed. An extra bed for children 0+ years costs 20 USD per night.

  • Age restriction

    Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in.

  • Parking

    Free parking is available on site.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available and is free of charge.

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 153 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.6
Service: 9.5
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 9.6
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Bartosz • family_with_children • pl
9
Pobyt z dziećmi przejazdem, ale dał nam wytchnienie po innych gwiazdkowych hotelach, które ten bił na głowę. Domowe euro
Pros:

Niebywałą czystość i jakość jedzenia jak na Stany Zjednoczone.

Cons:

Nieco na uboczu, ale warto odpocząć w czystym hotelu z domostwem śniadaniem.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Ram swarna • solo_traveller • us
2
More of a dorm room than a hotel.
Pros:

Host was very welcoming! She was very sweet and helpful.

Cons:

No attached bathroom, no TV in the room, you have to make your own breakfast, no parking. Soap - there is a common stash from which you take some in a cup. This more a dorm room experience, not something I was looking for when I am out with kids!

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • us
10
A simple and well-appointed room in a beautiful city.
Pros:

The staff was on site early each morning to lay out breakfast. Everything provided was fresh and high quality. Best coffee I’ve had in a while. Also, I was impressed that the proprietor was hanging out in the common room, chatting with guests like we were old friends. The whole place has a friendly, welcoming vibe. The bed was so cozy I didn’t want to leave it!

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Czaplicki • couple • us
10
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Czaplicki • couple • us
10
Stay here.
Pros:

Great owners, rooms, and bicycle garage. Cool area.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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anna • couple • au
10
Pros:

Had the best stay here. What a lovely place, fantastic hosts and the worlds best breakfast bar!

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • us
9
Loved the stay
Pros:

Welcoming feel, location

Cons:

Shower water pressure was really low

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Josh • couple • us
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Randerson • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

MaryBeth (and Peabody) are charming, we met wonderful people all weekend.

Cons:

Can't think of a thing.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Francine • solo_traveller • us
10
Lovely. I would definitely stay again and bring my friends and family.
Pros:

Quaint and breakfast was amazing.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Horrible location

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • us
9
Pros:

Owners are very helpful and nice, clean quiet

Cons:

No tv in room

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • solo_traveller • us
10
Extremely friendly staff and nice clean facilities. It had everything I needed .
Pros:

very good. A great selection

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Tricia • couple • us
10
quaint, fun and perfect for "passing through"
Pros:

Easy to find. directions were clear and easy to follow. the great room is just relaxing and welcoming - easy to hang out and read a book or check in with emails before you start your day. The room was perfect size.

Cons:

Our bathroom was private, but across the hall which I wasn't prepared for - I will bring PJ's and house shoes on my next visit.
I didn't need to iron clothes or use a hairdryer, but they were not in the room so if you need them, you might ask ahead of time.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • au
9
Absolutely would stay here again
Pros:

Beautifully and tastefully renovated.
Pristine clean.
Friendly staff/owners
Close to E.Carson shops and bars
Close to river, walking/cycling path
Loved the library 🙂

Cons:

Slightly thrown to find the bathroom is 'private detached', i.e. across the hall. But it was fine.
Also, remember to collect body wash, shampoo, etc from the communal station before getting naked!

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • us
10
When I arrived at Traveler's Rest I instantly felt at home- this is my Pittsburgh hotel!
Pros:

I loved the whole vibe of the location. Clean and cozy. Owners are fabulous. Coffee and breakfast in the morning hit the spot. Great location as a base to explore any part of the city. Safe and easy parking.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Shawn • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

The hidden Gem of Pittsburgh. I worked in hotels for a decade and this is the level of service and function that most hotels miss. This is definitely towards the BnB side. Every room I saw had a bathroom designated but not contiguous with the room. All bathrooms are in the middle of the building properly appointed and beautifully designed. This is different, unexpected but completely comfortable. The rooms themselves are boutique. Refrigerators, sound machines etc. but comfortably basic and original. The lobby, the owner and the vibe are unique, genuine and exactly what I wanted for a trip with a best friend. If you need a valet and haven't worked a day in your life then this place isn't for you. For the rest of real humanity, this is a perfect option close to the heart of a down home city worth your hard earned money.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Brock • couple • us
9
Pros:

Breakfast was good and very clean

Cons:

Na

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • us
10
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Cheri • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Great feel for the south side if pgh. Beautifully and thoughtfully furnished and decorated

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee