I stayed at The Pittman Hotel Dallas from October 9–12, 2025, for a wedding weekend. I normally stay at The Joule because of its prime location, amazing food, and impeccable service , but this time, I decided to try The Pittman after seeing glowing reviews on TikTok. Ironically, the same influencer also recommended The Avery in Charlotte, where my stay had been flawless: friendly staff who went above and beyond, exceptional food and drinks, and an overall “wow” level of service.
Unfortunately, my experience at The Pittman was the opposite. While the staff were polite, the warmth and attentiveness were missing. The doors were rarely opened for guests unless eye contact was made, and the check-in process, though smooth, felt cold and transactional.
The property itself is stylish and appears clean at first glance. The restaurant was excellent , great food, strong drinks, and accommodating staff. However, the real issue began with my suite, which included a separate living area with a sofa bed for my daughter. That evening, she mentioned a foul smell, which I initially dismissed. By the next morning, she said she could barely sleep, and within minutes, we found the source: the carpet near the sofa bed was stained and smelled strongly of dog waste.
I immediately contacted management. They came, confirmed the odor, and apologized. I gave them the chance to clean it, but when we returned, the smell was even worse. Upon closer inspection, we realized the waste had seeped between the carpet and hardwood flooring. I was nauseated and physically ill. The fact that the “thorough cleaning” was never verified by a manager afterward said everything about their quality control.
I requested to be moved and upgraded , not just because of the inconvenience but because we were in town for a three-day wedding with multiple events. Our bedroom had been turned into a dressing space with every outfit, accessory, and makeup item carefully laid out. Packing it all back up and reorganizing took an entire afternoon. Despite this, management’s response was a $100 restaurant credit, which I declined , my dinner the night before had already exceeded that in tips alone. I wasn’t looking for free food; I was looking for accountability and a sincere effort to make things right.
We were moved to an identical suite two floors up, no upgrade. This is a pet-friendly property, which I appreciate as a pet owner myself , but the cleaning standards are clearly not keeping up. It looks clean, but it’s not.
Lastly, the location is a major drawback. The hotel sits directly across from two massive, noisy clubs filled with college crowds. Traffic was gridlocked, and music thumped until the early morning hours on both Friday and Saturday.
In summary, while The Pittman is visually appealing and has potential, it severely lacks in service warmth, sanitation consistency, and management accountability. I will not be returning, and I cannot in good conscience recommend it , especially to travelers seeking the level of hospitality Dallas is known for.