Hotels in Harrisburg, PA

The city of Harrisburg has an extensive public transportation system. The Capital Area Transit Company or CAT runs the buses, and there are numerous routes running through all neighborhoods. There are central PA local buses, commuter routes, and raider regional transit, so you can use any option depending on where you’re going. One of the top neighborhoods you can opt for if you need to stay close to public transport is Downtown Harrisburg. All bus routes go through here, so it may be suitable no matter where you’re coming from. Capital District and Shipoke are also good options, as bus route 2 frequents there every day. Bus route 3 passes between Engleton and Midtown on N. 3rd Street, so you can also stay in these neighborhoods.

Downtown Harrisburg is ideal for any traveler, due to its proximity to CTA buses, bars, restaurants, and shopping centers. You can also find cheap hotels in Harrisburg, like Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershy, Hilton Harrisburg, and Alva Hotel and Restaurant. If you’re a returning traveler, opt for Shipoke, which is close to the Capital Beltway, and you can easily travel to other cities. Use bus 3 to get to Shipoke. You can find and book hotels in Harrisburg in the Shipoke neighborhood, like the Quality Inn Riverfront. Couples and tourists can stay in Progress, as there are numerous Harrisburg hotels to choose from here; bus 12 goes to this neighborhood, and it’s close to some attractions as well. Some good hotels in the area include Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and Econo Lodge Harrisburg.

The Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex is on of the top attractions in Harrisburg. It’s located in Capitol Park in Downtown Harrisburg and is an impressive historical landmark that you may want to see in person. Close by is The State Museum of Pennsylvania, so make a stop to see some exhibits. If civil wars is your thing, the National Civil War Museum in Reservoir Park, One Lincoln Circle, has plenty to offer. If you love cycling or exercising, try the Capitol Area Greenbelt trail on Pine Drive. There are many hotels in Harrisburg around this area, including Best Western Harrisburg North and Home2 Suites by Hilton Harrisburg North.

Downtown Harrisburg has a large selection of Italian and Mexican restaurants. Italian restaurants include Marsico’s Italian Food Cart, Bacco Pizzeria and Wine Bar, Palumbo’s Italian Eatery, and Mangia Qui. Mexican restaurants include El Sol Mexican Restaurant, El Charro Mexican Restaurant, and Santa Fe Taco Factory. Engleton has several American restaurants, like Al’s Cafe and the Jackson House. Downtown Harrisburg and Engleton have a superior nightlife scene, with bars and pubs like Pint’s Bar & Grill, Knock, The Brick Haus, McGrath’s Pub, and Sawyer’s. There are several Harrisburg hotels you can book in these neighborhoods, some of which are Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershy, Hilton Harrisburg, and Alva Hotel and Restaurant.

The city of Harrisburg has several events worth attending, like the Lancaster County Annual Fire Expo in May. The event is usually open to the public with no admission fee or parking fees, and you'll find food and souvenirs aplenty to take back home. It’s held at Pennsylvania Farm Show & Expo Center on N. Cameron Street, where you can get to on the CAT buses. You can also attend the Great American Outdoor Show, also held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show & Expo Center in February. It’s a nine-day event celebrating outdoor traditions like fishing and hunting. In August, join the locals in celebrating India Day at the HACC Community College on HACC Drive, reachable via CAT bus.

Visiting Harrisburg for 9 nights is the most common choice for our users.

The cost of a hotel room in Harrisburg will vary according to demand, location and star rating. On average, rooms will cost around $131 per night.

In January prices are at their lowest and represents the most cost effective time to book a hotel room in Harrisburg. You may find the cost of your room has decreased by 55%.

Sunday is the cheapest day for hotel rooms in Harrisburg. Friday is the most expensive day.

$186 is around the price you are going to have to pay for a luxury hotel room in Harrisburg. This is on average an 35%% increase on the cost of a typical Harrisburg hotel, which is more likely to charge $131 a night.

With an average temperature of 53.6 °F and a fairly low chance of precipitation (3.3″), October is a great month to explore the outdoors near Harrisburg. Some great places to visit near Harrisburg in October are Gettysburg National Military Park and Mount Pocono.

There are 130 vacation rentals in Harrisburg, with Clean and Cozy with a View 1BR with Gym being the most popular among momondo users. Find deals on vacation rentals in Harrisburg.

As of September 2023, there are 176 operators available to choose from for hotels in Harrisburg.

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