325 University Dr, Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States | (618) 248-8274
Located a seven-minute drive from Hersheypark and Stadium
Clean rooms have with mini-fridges and coffeemakers
Several dining options including sports bar and fine-dining
restaurant; room service
Indoor and outdoor pools (open summer 2016) and ample outdoor activities
Exclusive access to two Hershey Country Club golf courses
Access to the full-service The Spa at The Hershey Hotel
Family-friendly resort with supervised children’s activities
and babysitting services
Huge inventory of function space
Free shuttle to area attractions
Free Wi-Fi throughout the lodge and conference center
Free self-parking (extra for valet)
Breakfast and valet parking cost extra
Furniture in some rooms shows wear
Minor maintenance issues like broken locks and clogged tub
drains
Thin walls between rooms and rooms are smallish
Can get noisy with convention groups and children
The four-pearl Hershey Lodge is the more casual sister property of the iconic Hotel Hershey. Despite the lodge's enormous size, its lobby exudes a rustic, homey ambience with a large stone fireplace, exposed ceiling beams, and cozy sitting areas. It offers upscale amenities like free area shuttle, room service,
full-service spa, and both indoor and outdoor pools (open summer 2016). The huge conference center creates
lots of activity as do children having fun in the pools and the other recreation areas. The 665 rooms
are clean and pleasant but not overly spacious. Furnishings in some rooms
are showing wear, too, and some past guests have reported noise and maintenance issues. For a more luxurious experience, The Hotel
Hershey, about 10 minutes away, is the clear choice.
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Scene
Large, rustic-style lodge bustling with convention delegates and children
Exposed ceiling beams, a large stone fireplace, and stone walls give this large hotel and its cavernous lobby an intimate,
rustic-lodge ambience. Despite its size, the lobby is a cozy space with wood columns and clusters of comfy leather furniture. The hearth that wraps
around the four-sided fireplace is a favorite spot for families. It’s not
unusual to see children in their pajamas enjoying the warmth on a chilly night.
In fact, this family-friendly lodge hosts lots of children who can get a little
boisterous as they frolic about. The lodge’s huge
conference center also creates a buzz of traffic when it hosts groups.
Its sports bar is especially popular and indicative of the popular lodge’s casual environment compared to its more opulent sister, The Hershey Hotel. In short, this
is a lodge that’s about getting people together to relax.
Location
Near bustling downtown Hershey and Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
The Hershey Lodge stretches for almost a block along a road just off
busy West Chocolate Avenue. Downtown Hershey is about five minutes away by car or via
the free area shuttle the lodge operates. Several restaurants and shops are
within a five- to 10-minute walk, or even less by car or
shuttle. The Pennsylvania
Turnpike is about a 10-minute drive, and the airport and train station are a short drive away as well. The major attractions in Hershey aren’t
within a reasonable walking distance, but can be reached quickly by car or shuttle. Self-parking is free at the hotel, but valet is not. - Five-minute drive to Downtown Hershey
Rooms
Tastefully decorated rooms with mini-fridges and coffeemakers
Rooms at the Hershey Lodge are clean, comfortable, and decorated in a tasteful, somewhat
traditional style. Carpets and drapes are green and gold, and walls are covered in beige striated wallpaper. Two-poster beds are made up with green bolster pillows and green
throws placed across white linens. Matching, dark-wood furniture includes nightstands, spacious desks, and brown leather
office chairs. Brown suede armchairs and matching ottomans give a spot to sit. Dressers are made of lighter wood with granite tops, and they hide mini-fridges and coffeemakers; flat-screen TVs sit on top. Safes, free Wi-Fi, and turndown service are also standard in all rooms. Bathrooms feature spacious tan granite vanities that stretches the entire length
of the walls, as do the framed mirrors above. Putty-colored tiles line the
floor, and beige tile frames the shower/tub combos. Note that furniture in some rooms is showing wear, and several past guests have reported noise issues through thin walls, plus minor maintenance issues like broken locks, blocked toilets, and clogged tub drains. Standard Room options
include one king and two queen beds that encompass 305 square feet. The Premium Double-Queen is 329 square feet and includes a sleeper sofa. There are 16
suites: Executive Suites have 650 square feet and include sofas,
sitting areas, and dining tables. Hospitality Suites are about the same size and
have parlor areas and wet bars. The Pennsylvania and Bridal Suites surpass
1,000 square feet.
Features
Free area shuttle, indoor/outdoor pools, golf and spa access, large conference center
Features at Hershey Lodge focus on families and event attendees. The hotel operates a
free shuttle to area attractions, and airport and train station shuttles for a
fee. There are several dining options including a coffee shop, sports bar, and a
fine-dining restaurant, The Forebay, that is only open for dinner. Another restaurant is only
open for breakfast, which isn't included in room rates, and poolside food service is available in the summer season. Select
eateries offer covered outdoor dining. Room service is available.During our visit, the indoor/outdoor pools, game room, and fitness center were closed for
construction and a new indoor/outdoor water park was scheduled to open in
summer 2016. While the resort is under construction, guests have access to limited fitness facilities
that include cardio and weight-training machines. Open recreational activities
include a miniature golf course, tennis and basketball volleyball courts,
hiking trails, and guided Segway tours. Babysitting services and supervised children’s programs are also on offer. The Lodge includes a gift shop that sells sweets, Hershey’s signature apparel, and other items. There's a full-time concierge staff, and valet dry cleaning and laundry services are available. Free daily newspapers are available at the concierge desk.The hotel has 100,000
square feet of meeting space that includes a large ballroom. The business center
has computers with Internet access and printers. Free Wi-Fi is available
throughout the property. Lodge guests are granted access to the opulent spa at
its sister property, The Hotel Hershey. The full-service spa and salon there offers a
wide range of facial, massage, and body treatments. It also includes steam and sauna
rooms and an upscale boutique. Guests of the Lodge and
The Hotel Hershey get exclusive access to two golf courses at the Hershey Country
Club.
