What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Central Pennsylvania?

A motel is an excellent choice if you're planning to tour around Central Pennsylvania. These properties are typically located near airports and major roads, feature on-site parking and have basic services and amenities. Spend your stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger range of rooms and additional conveniences like a lobby, gym and meeting rooms, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Central Pennsylvania?

With Nature Inn At Bald Eagle 's complimentary breakfast, you won't need to stress about looking for somewhere to eat when you get up in the mornings. A garden and a lake view also help to make this a comfy and relaxed Central Pennsylvania getaway. Amish View Inn and Suites is another sought-after 3-star property where you can wake to a scrumptious free meal.

Do any 3-star hotels in Central Pennsylvania have a pool?

Enjoy some chill time at the pool at Hotel Rock Lititz , a sought-after 3-star getaway in Central Pennsylvania. You can also take a dip and kick back poolside at Amish View Inn and Suites . Thinking of a summer getaway? Daily temperatures are warmest during June, July and August. During July, the warmest month, the mercury is between 16ºC at night and 28ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Central Pennsylvania have an on-site restaurant?

If your travels around Central Pennsylvania include Harrisburg - Hershey, consider staying at Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey, an IHG Hotel . This 3-star pick comes with an on-site restaurant on top of WiFi and a swimming pool. Hilton Harrisburg is another option in this city. Dine without having to leave the comfort of your accommodations and take advantage of a nearby riverwalk and designer toiletries here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Central Pennsylvania have WiFi?

Whether you're replying to emails or browsing bar and restaurant reviews, you can connect to all of your online needs at our 3-star hotels with WiFi. Expedia has some comfortable options located in Harrisburg - Hershey, Central Pennsylvania, like Hilton Harrisburg and Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey, an IHG Hotel . Depending on the property, WiFi might be included in the room rate or available for an additional charge.

What 3-star hotels in Central Pennsylvania have parking?

Lock in one of Expedia's 3-star properties with parking in Central Pennsylvania and avoid the headache of searching for somewhere to leave your ride. Nature Inn At Bald Eagle and Amish View Inn and Suites are two that provide this amenity and loads more. There's loads to see and do while you're in Central Pennsylvania. Hershey's Chocolate World and Hersheypark Stadium are only the start.

Do any 3-star hotels in Central Pennsylvania have rooms with a kitchenette?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Lancaster is one leading pick in Lancaster, Central Pennsylvania that comes with a kitchenette. This 3-star getaway also features a firepit and a swimming pool. Or check in and enjoy the convenience of whipping up your own food at Homewood Suites Lancaster . A swimming pool and premium bedding are a couple of other amenities available here.

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￥18,392 total

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￥16,670 total

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Dec 16 - Dec 17

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Toftrees Golf Resort

State College

Xin

￥12,531 total

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Dec 18 - Dec 19

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey

Harrisburg

Sheri

￥8,674 total

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Dec 16 - Dec 17

Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Eden Resort and Suites, BW Premier Collection

Lancaster

LYDIA

￥25,935 total

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Dec 21 - Dec 22

Hyatt Place State College

Downtown State College

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￥16,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 22 - Dec 23

Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel & Conference Center

Gettysburg

Damaris

￥14,554 total

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Dec 21 - Dec 22

Lancaster Arts Hotel

Stadium District

Kimberly A.

￥22,960 total

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Dec 28 - Dec 29

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

Historic Downtown Lancaster

Joanne

￥24,844 total

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Dec 22 - Dec 23

Cartoon Network Hotel

Lancaster

Radhika

￥18,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 22 - Dec 23

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA

State College

Stephanie

￥16,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

Wyndham Lancaster Resort & Convention Center

Lancaster

Debra

￥18,965 total

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Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

Downtown Harrisburg

joseph

￥21,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

Parkview Inn & Suites Lancaster

Lancaster

Patricia

￥17,534 total

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Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg West Mechanicsburg

Mechanicsburg

Donald

￥13,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 26 - Dec 27

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

Historic Downtown Lancaster

Domingo

￥21,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Cork Factory Hotel Lancaster

East Side

Fred

￥22,274 total

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Dec 16 - Dec 17

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Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center

State College South

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￥11,613 total

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Dec 22 - Dec 23

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Central Pennsylvania?

Based on reviews by Expedia customers, Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey, an IHG Hotel is among the best 3-star hotels in Harrisburg - Hershey, Central Pennsylvania. It features free internet services and a swimming pool, and is around 0.16 kilometers southeast of the center. Guests also recommend Hilton Harrisburg, approximately 0.16 kilometers northwest of downtown. Dining romance packages and a nearby riverwalk help make this a leading base here.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Central Pennsylvania?

Relaxation is easy to find in 3-star hotels in Central Pennsylvania. In addition to comfortable settings, these more cost-effective properties come with a range of welcome amenities like free WiFi, tea or coffee maker and on-site gym. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upgraded features such as an on-site spa, pool and larger accommodations. No matter your desired hotel style or budget, we have what you're searching for.

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