TL;DR

Historic charm: Dating back to 1902 with skyscraper roots
Modern style: Glass, gray, and marble
Autograph Collection: High standards of luxury and comfort
Top amenities: Snuggly linens, posh toiletries, and great cocktails
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This Downtown Pittsburgh hotel, at the intersection of the three waterways, is a lofty old beauty, dating all the way back to 1902.

Originally, it would’ve been considered a skyscraper, and it’s a mild surprise that the Industrialist has the intimacy that it does, in such a large container.

They’ve eschewed the damask, walnut, and mahogany type classic decor.

The aesthetic here is more glass and gray and mottled marble.

It’s part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection and, as you might imagine, the standards of luxury are high.

You’ll have the snuggliest linens and the poshest shampoo at your fingertips, and all the top-shelf cocktails you could dream of right downstairs.

What are the rooms like?

Total rooms: 124
Design: Dark, moody walls with backlit leather headboards
Views: City outlooks, especially from Corner Kings
Variety: From Queen Singles to 600 sq ft Presidential Suite
Amenities: Netflix TVs, coffee makers, robes, desks, marble bathrooms
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Rooms are a lovely break from hotel-y whites and creams. Walls are dark and moody, and the backlit leather headboards scream 2020s Don Draper.

Pull the curtains, and you’ll get nice light and some gorgeous views of the city.

Even the carpets have a unique pattern and feel a little less like they’ve seen things, though we still prefer an area rug.

Room types range from Queen Singles to a 600 square foot Presidential Suite.

We like the Corner Kings for the view, and the Studio Suite with the sofa bed is a nice option for groups.

Room amenities include TVs (with Netflix), coffee makers, robes & slippies, desks for working, and really excellent marble bathrooms.

What are prices like?

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And what’s the food like? Any facilities we should know about?

Dining: Rebel Room serves all-day classics and New American dishes
Bar: Stylish lobby bar plus seasonal pop-up concepts
Extras: Fitness center and business facilities included
Virtual tour: Explore via 3D walkthrough

We mentioned decent dining options, and we weren’t lying.

The Rebel Room is open all day, with a breakfast menu filled with classics and a small but mighty selection of New American lunch and dinner options.

For a long stay, you might want to branch out, but there’s plenty to keep you occupied if you prefer meals at the hotel.

There’s the obligatory stylish hotel lobby bar, which is stylish and in a lobby, so full marks there.

The real excitement is in mixing it up: April and May 2025 involve a springtime popup bar featuring meticulously crafted cocktails and lots of flowers.

Add to this a well-equipped fitness center and plenty of space for business, and you’ll be all set.

Have a 3D look around the hotel right here:

How is the neighborhood? Anything interesting nearby?

Central location: Downtown at Wood Street and Fourth Avenue
Parks & trails: Point State Park and Three Rivers Heritage Trail
Culture: Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Science Center, stadiums
Local flavor: Cafes, breweries, and bars on East Carson Street
Worth a drive: Carnegie Museums and Schenley Park in Oakland

The Industrialist is at the junction of Wood Street and Fourth Avenue, in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh.

Grant Street, Liberty Avenue, and Penn Avenue are all close by and can supply you with plenty of good food, drink and shopping.

Point State Park and the Three Rivers Heritage Trail can check the nature box, and then you can hit the bridges.

Head north towards the North Shore and Allegheny, where you’ll find plenty of culture and entertainment.

Closer to the river, about 20 minutes walk from the hotel, are Acrisure Stadium, the Andy Warhol Museum, the Carnegie Science Center, and the Mister Rodgers Memorial.

Further in towards the historic district, you’ll find Allegheny Commons Park for green space and the Children’s Museum.

The Mattress Factory has some of the region’s finest contemporary art.

Alternatively, head south. The riverside in front of Mount Washington neighborhood has some lovely views and is just a 20-minute walk.

From here hop on East Carson Street towards the South Side Flats to check out the handful of cute cafes, brewery and local bars.

North Oakland and Shadyside, proud hosts of upscale activities, are not bridge-adjacent and thus much less fun to walk to.

It’s definitely worth the 10-minute drive to check out the Carnegie Museums and Schenley Park, though.

And what about the reviews? What did other guests think?

Some things guests liked:

”A special note on how polite and friendly the guys at the valet service were. The building has an outstanding architecture and the room deco is amazing….”

”The staff was awesome. The bed was super comfortable. Enjoyed the view. Will def stay again when in Pittsburg….”

Some things guests didn’t like:

”Room had a small leak from the a/c and kept the floor a little damp by the bathroom door….”

”A couple of details missing—no bath mat or pen and paper. I was on the phone and desperately searching for a pen to write down something important….”

Read all the reviews right here