The Woodlands Resort in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is a mid-range inn, resort, and conference center rolled into one, backing onto beautiful woodlands and a gushing stream which can come as a wonderful surprise given the hotel’s highway address -- just off the I-81. Despite being in need of an update, the property remains a popular local hangout spot thanks to its solid restaurants, lively nightclub, and scenic SKYY VU Deck bar set overlooking the stream. The large hot tub and indoor pool are good cold-weather perks, while the outdoor pool and pleasant lawns with fire pits are highlights in the summer. The 150 rooms are equipped with coffeemakers, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TV -- but decor is rather plain and dated. Rates are competitive for the area, though, and include buffet breakfast and transfers to the airport and casino. As an alternative with a casino on-site, try the nearby Mohegan Sun Pocono.
The Woodlands Resort in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is a mid-range inn, resort, and conference center rolled into one, backing onto beautiful woodlands and a gushing stream which can come as a wonderful surprise given the hotel’s highway address -- just off the I-81. Despite being in need of an update, the property remains a popular local hangout spot thanks to its solid restaurants, lively nightclub, and scenic SKYY VU Deck bar set overlooking the stream. The large hot tub and indoor pool are good cold-weather perks, while the outdoor pool and pleasant lawns with fire pits are highlights in the summer. The 150 rooms are equipped with coffeemakers, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TV -- but decor is rather plain and dated. Rates are competitive for the area, though, and include buffet breakfast and transfers to the airport and casino. As an alternative with a casino on-site, try the nearby Mohegan Sun Pocono.
Residing off of Highway I-81 on the outskirts of Wilkes-Barre, the mid-range Mohegan Sun is a destination “racino” which combines a (smoky) casino with a racetrack, in addition to a convention center. The hotel occupies its own wing with the sprawling property, and offers 238 rooms and suites which are spacious and clean. They come equipped with coffeemakers, sleek bathrooms, and iPad directories. Hotel amenities include a heated indoor pool, a basic fitness center, and the huge Sapphire Spa. All up, the property offers 19 restaurants, eateries, and bars, plus live evening entertainment. The fairly isolated location makes this hotel most suited to gamblers, convention center attendees, or drivers requiring a pit stop. For a smaller scale alternative with beautiful nature views, try The Woodlands Resort, An Ascend Hotel Collection.
Residing off of Highway I-81 on the outskirts of Wilkes-Barre, the mid-range Mohegan Sun is a destination “racino” which combines a (smoky) casino with a racetrack, in addition to a convention center. The hotel occupies its own wing with the sprawling property, and offers 238 rooms and suites which are spacious and clean. They come equipped with coffeemakers, sleek bathrooms, and iPad directories. Hotel amenities include a heated indoor pool, a basic fitness center, and the huge Sapphire Spa. All up, the property offers 19 restaurants, eateries, and bars, plus live evening entertainment. The fairly isolated location makes this hotel most suited to gamblers, convention center attendees, or drivers requiring a pit stop. For a smaller scale alternative with beautiful nature views, try The Woodlands Resort, An Ascend Hotel Collection.
