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The Hilton, Downtown -Deluxe rooms with full service, views and many extras. Top notch hotel. Located 20 yards from all Pittsburgh Regatta events. Choice selection but the cost speaks for itself at a minimum $159.00 per night. Availability Limited. (412) 391-4600

Weston William Penn, Downtown- Another excellent choice. Walking distance from the Regatta and the train (which can be taken to my apartment). Prices begin at $150. availability limited. (412) 281-7100

The Hyatt, Downtown- Bla, Bla, Bla. Not sure of the prices. (412) 471-1234.

The Sheraton, Station Square- Very Nice hotel. Many nice views and somewhat more reasonable of a hotel than the above. Very accessible to South Side and a slue of other interesting bars. (412) 261-2000

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The Ramada, Downtown- Upgraded Ramada, also located in a very accessible area. Availability also limited. (412) 281-5800.

The Hampton inn, Oakland- Remaining Pug' s best Vote, this place has pretty much had all of our business each year. They have handled the crowds well and the price is around $99 a night with free parking and shuttles. This hotel is located in the heart of Oakland, which although not the nicest part of the city, certainly has some nice features (Bars etc.). This hotel does not have direct access to the train which runs to my house but this has not effected much as transportation is very accessible. (412) 681-1000

Close to home

The Holiday Inn, Greentree- Located about 5 miles (10 in) from my house, this is pretty nice Holiday Inn with a decent facilities (pool etc.). About $80 a night, though again not accessible to the "T". (412) 922-8100.

The Marriot, Greentree- very similar to the above in amenities and price, as well as location. (412) 922-8400.

* Ramada Inn, Banksville- Only about 2 miles from my house and on direct driving route to the city. This is a new Hotel so I don't know much about it except it's price is about $70. The people didn't seem very nice on the phone but who cares? There is no "T" line too close, but it's not too out of the way of most events. No pool, a bit of an attitude. (412) 343-3000

* Days Inn, Banksville- This used to be a hole in the wall but was recently re-done, at least on the outside. In the past I would not suggest it but it looks a little bit better. The location is not too far from my area, but its right on a main road with nothing to speak of around it (though I don't think that matters much). The price is between $50-60, with possible AAA discounts, but you may get what you paid for; not really sure. Nonetheless (412) 531-8900.

The Pabst Blue Ribbon- The Grande !a Pugs International - As outlined in The Plan.