In the heart of Pittsburgh, Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area offers a vibrant atmosphere with a free breakfast buffet and shopping mall on site. Stay active at the gym, productive in the business center, or relaxed with dry cleaning/laundry services - all while enjoying free WiFi and self parking. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Located in Homestead, Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG is near theme parks and near a boardwalk/promenade. Some of the area's popular attractions include Sandcastle Water Park and Kennywood. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at PPG Paints Arena or PNC Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Homestead travel guide
658 East Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA, 15120
What's nearby
The Waterfront
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Carnegie Museum and Library
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Sandcastle Water Park
5 min drive - 2.5 km
Frick Park
6 min drive - 2.2 km
Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area Museum
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Steel Plaza Station
13 min drive
Pittsburgh Station
23 min drive
Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)
41 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A
5 min walk
McDonald's
7 min walk
Starbucks
18 min walk
Dave & Buster's
13 min walk
Eat'n Park
11 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG
Hotel near Sandcastle Water Park
Located close to Carnegie Mellon University and Kennywood, Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a shopping mall on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
1 meeting room, a vending machine, and an off-leash area
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
32-inch TVs with premium channels
Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2012
Smoking not allowed
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 40.00 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: USD 40.00 per night
Pet fee: USD 40.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
We should mention
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 40.00 per night and a fee of USD 40.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG on 22 March 2026 start from AED 411, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG located?
Situated near a boardwalk/promenade, this hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Sandcastle Water Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kennywood and Carnegie Mellon University. University of Pittsburgh and PPG Paints Arena are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East - Mall Area by IHG Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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The staff was very accomodating. We arrived on bikes. They let us store our bikes in our rooms and then the next day we were able to store our panniers at the hotel while we rode into downtown Pittsburgh