PRIORY IN THE MEDIA

Pittsburgh's Grand Hall at The Priory Hotel Hosts Benefit Concert

We weren’t the only ones who noticed the incredible comradery and outpouring of generosity and love in preparation for and throughout the August 24th Raise a Glass to Rebuild Riley’s Pour House concert. The media’s attention to this wonderful fundraiser was humbling, and made a marked impact on ticket sales and the overall success of the event. We’re all teeming with excitement for the return of Carnegie’s beloved Irish pub, and are awe-inspired by the reach of this resilient community.

Check out what KDKA had to say!

Priory Hospitality Group Properties Named Best of the Burgh

The readers of Pittsburgh Magazine voted three Priory Hospitality Group properties as the Best of the 'Burgh.  The Priory Hotel was named Best Boutique Hotel, Mansions on Fifth was named Best (B & B Style) Boutique Hotel, and the Grand Hall at the Priory was named Best Wedding Venue.  The rankings appear in the July issue of the magazine.  

John Graf Presents Northside Chamber of Commerce Inaugural Mary Ann Graf Community Spirit Award

PHG President & CEO John Graf presented the inaugural Mary Ann Graf Community Spirit Award, honoring his mother, our beloved founder and one of the Northside's most prominent citizens. Learn about the first winner, recognized for her dedication to improving the well-being of the Northside!

Priory Hospitality Group CEO John Graf Named as a Pittsburgh \"C-Suite\" Award Winner

The Pittsburgh Business Times announced that Priory Hospitality Group CEO John Graf has been named among its Pittsburgh area "C-Suite Leaders of the Year" for 2024-25.  Graf, President & CEO of PHC since 2013, was cited as providing steady leadership for the local, family owned owner and operator of unique hotels and catering facilities through the COVID-19 pandemic and for his strong investment in their hotel properties coming out of the crisis.  

Exploring Pittsburgh's Historic Hotels

Both the Priory Hotel and Mansions on Fifth Hotel were featured in the November 2024 issue of North Hills Monthly Magazine in a feature "Exploring Pittsburgh's Historic Hotels" by Kathleen Ganster.  The article focuses on the stunning preservation of the two historic landmarks and their creative reuse as lodging and event spaces.  The article starts at page 28 of the electronic version.  

The Ultimate Long Weekend in Pittsburgh

The Priory Hotel is one of two hotels mentioned in Lonely Planet's guide to the "ultimate" long weekend in Pittsburgh.  

Here's Where to Stay in Pittsburgh, According to a Local

Travel site Travel Lemming named the Priory Hotel as the "Best Boutique Hotel" in Pittsburgh, according to travel writer Alexandria Taylor.  

Bridal Party Takes a Surprise Trip Back in Time with Classic Cadillac Photos

Grand Hall at the Priory bride and groom Abby and Brian were treated to some fabulous photos by a Priory Hotel and Grand Hall neighbor, who saw the couple preparing for their wedding intro and asked if they wanted some photos with his 1950's era black Cadillac.  The results were pretty spectacular for the young couple!  

Priory President & CEO John Graf Appears on the Eric McKenna Project Podcast

John appears with local host Eric McKenna to discuss the history of the Priory and Grand Hall as well as Mansions on Fifth, and talks a bit about his philosphy of hospitality.  

Mini Bar

Author Tanisha Thomas takes a close look at the Priory Hotel's Monks' Bar to see, among other things, whether it is indeed really the smallest bar in Pennsylvania.  Verdict?  She can't prove it's not!  And at 180 square feet with 12 seats, it seems likely it is!