Pittsburgh Hotel Among 50 Best In The World: Conde Nast Traveler

PITTSBURGH, PA — A Pittsburgh hotel has been judged one of the world's best in Conde Nast Traveler's 37th annual Readers' Choice Awards survey.

There were more than 575,000 votes cast in the competition in which, according to Conde Nast Traveler, judged hotels based on things such as unforgettable food, cutting edge design and immersive experiences. Both old and new hotels made the list.

It included hotels in locales such as London, Paris, Buenos Aires, Melbourne, Montego Bay and, of course, Pittsburgh. The Hotel Monaco, Downtown, was rated the world's 48th best.

"With plush blue velvet couches and tongue-in-cheek artwork sidled up by lime-green tufted headboards and bright-yellow bird cage light fixtures,this quirky 248-room stay could read as a total design disaster—but by some Seussical miracle, it all works," Conde Nast Travel gushed.

"Characteristically thoughtful Kimpton amenities include a minibar stocked with gourmet local treats, Frette linens, and even a yoga mat so you never have to go too long without your beloved sun salutations and downward-facing dogs.

"Pull up a seat at one of the rooftop Biergarten’s communal tables, where you can nosh on a salted pretzel with one hand and guzzle a heady local brew with the other, or challenge some strangers to a friendly (if slightly unsteady) game of cornhole. If you prefer your vino with a side of quiet, head to the wine hour in the hotel lounge, or opt for 24-hour full-menu room service."

The Monaco also received kudos for it pooch-friendly approach and loaner bikes.

See the entire list here.