What is Downtown Harrisburg like?

Downtown Harrisburg is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Be sure to check out Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and Pennsylvania State Capitol as part of your Downtown Harrisburg travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Harrisburg?

Based on our traveler data, Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Harrisburg. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Hilton Harrisburg .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Harrisburg?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Harrisburg to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Harrisburg area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Harrisburg, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown Harrisburg.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Harrisburg?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Harrisburg, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do in this Harrisburg neighborhood?

While you're in Downtown Harrisburg, you can catch a show at Popcorn Hat Players Children’s Theatre, Open Stage of Harrisburg, and Forum Auditorium. Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and Pennsylvania State Capitol are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Harrisburg include State Library of Pennsylvania, Strawberry Square, and Appalachian Brewing Company. When you're sightseeing in Harrisburg, John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion and State Museum of Pennsylvania are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Harrisburg and the greater Harrisburg area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Harrisburg Transportation Center.

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1. Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

Downtown Harrisburg

Jacqueline

￥19,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a fireplace.

2. Hilton Harrisburg

Downtown Harrisburg

Alex

￥24,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A stone fireplace with a glass front, set in a wooden wall.

3. BurgBnB Downtown

Downtown Harrisburg

Jared

￥17,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A multi-story building with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a brick facade.

4. Staybridge Suites Harrisburg by IHG

3.1 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Tammy Elizabeth

￥21,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, brick walls, and modern lighting fixtures.

5. Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

5.7 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Jeffrey

￥22,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a wooden wall with a crescent moon design.

6. Comfort Suites Camp Hill-Harrisburg West

3.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Raymond

￥19,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern lounge area with a round table, two patterned chairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a decorative wall piece.

7. Hampton Inn Harrisburg-East (Hershey Area)

5.8 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Gary

￥20,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, cushioned chairs, and a view of a building with large windows and a tower.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Harrisburg International Airport

12.6 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Takeyer

￥28,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious lobby with a large window, a bench, two chairs, a small table, and a hanging light fixture.

9. Hotel Hanna

0.8 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Chesleigh

￥10,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern living room with grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a stone-patterned wall.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

5.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

joel

￥14,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio area with a pergola, seating, and a grill station.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Harrisburg East-Hershey Area

5.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Larry

￥23,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Camp Hill

6.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Carol

￥22,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a vending machine.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites New Cumberland by IHG

5 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Tina

￥17,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious living area with a grand staircase, modern furniture, and a large plant.

14. Penn Harris Hotel Harrisburg, Trademark by Wyndham

3.2 km from Downtown Harrisburg

octavens

￥18,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Harrisburg Hershey

6.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Jashua

￥22,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites – Harrisburg Airport – Hershey South

12.5 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Anette

￥19,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Harrisburg East

5.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Andrew

￥20,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern dining area with round tables and blue chairs, a green booth seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites Harrisburg Hershey

5.2 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Robin

￥18,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel with multiple floors and a parking lot in front.

19. Hotel Indigo Harrisburg - Hershey by IHG

6.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Kelvin

￥16,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A spacious hotel lobby with a central dining area, multiple seating options including sofas and tables, and a large TV screen on the wall.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Harrisburg/North

5.1 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Steve

￥19,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Where to stay in Downtown Harrisburg

Find the best Downtown Harrisburg areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Harrisburg

A historical exhibit titled 'Rebirth of Freedom Fifty Years in Four' with various documents and photographs.

Allison Hill

If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

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A building with a red brick facade and a marquee sign reading "STRAWBERRY SQUARE".

Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market.

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South Harrisburg

When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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East Harrisburg

While there might not be top attractions in East Harrisburg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Civil War Museum and Riverfront Park.

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Clouds of the Pennsylvania State Capitol Building in Harrisburg

Uptown

Though Uptown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Pennsylvania State Capitol.

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Top Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg-Hershey

8/10 Good

"People were great! Pool was cold and hot tub was just warm. Which was very hard as we were traveling and looking forward to both."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey

8/10 Good

"Property itself was clean easy check in only stood for 1 night had a king size room room was spacious but tv was alil out dated and on the small size but for 1 night no complaints about the room now wanted breakfast the morning before check out dining area alil on the small size to and breakfast is served until 10am on Sunday but there was nothing left when we arrived at 9am to eat and we waited alil and took forever to restock so we left other then that hotels not bad"

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1. Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

2. Hilton Harrisburg

3. BurgBnB Downtown

4. Staybridge Suites Harrisburg by IHG

5. Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

6. Comfort Suites Camp Hill-Harrisburg West

7. Hampton Inn Harrisburg-East (Hershey Area)

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Harrisburg International Airport

9. Hotel Hanna

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Harrisburg East-Hershey Area

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Camp Hill

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites New Cumberland by IHG

14. Penn Harris Hotel Harrisburg, Trademark by Wyndham

15. Courtyard by Marriott Harrisburg Hershey

16. Comfort Inn & Suites – Harrisburg Airport – Hershey South

17. Hilton Garden Inn Harrisburg East

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites Harrisburg Hershey

19. Hotel Indigo Harrisburg - Hershey by IHG

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Harrisburg/North

Where to stay in Downtown Harrisburg

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Top Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg-Hershey

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