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"We have stayed here before with no issues. This time the shuttle to the casino never showed up and the highway traffic noise was loud. We were in ro ... " More

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Hotel Description

Family-friendly stay near Hollywood Casino

Close to airport

Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Grantville hotel, you'll find Penn National Race Course and Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course. Also, Hollywood Casino is within 2 miles (3 km) and Memorial Lake State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

Casino, 24-hour fitness

This hotel features a casino, a nightclub, and 2 restaurants. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the outdoor pool and perks like free self parking and a free casino shuttle.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Tub)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$90* Per night/room Mar 30 - Mar 31

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Standard Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Holiday Inn Harrisburg - Hershey Area, I-81, an IHG Hotel ratings based on 19 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.2 out of 5 3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Holiday Inn Harrisburg - Hershey Area, I-81, an IHG Hotel

Everyone (12) Couples (6) Family (2)
4 out of 5
We have stayed here before with no issues. This time the shuttle to the casino never showed up and the highway traffic noise was loud. We were in room 348 facing the outdoor pool and highway.

Posted by on Jan 22, 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 25, 2024 by Sonia-AGM

We are grateful that you took the time to leave us a review. Your feedback helps us to improve service for everyone.

1 out of 5
Even know it says every room had coffee and refrigerator ,they don’t. Also no room safes. Seems outdated. Also charged cover fee to get into bar at hotel.

Posted by on Apr 23, 2023

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1 out of 5
We booked a king room and got 2double beds ! Pool wasn’t working and jacuzzi wasn’t working either!

Posted by on Jan 1, 2023

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5 out of 5
There was a large bug in the lobby. I told the staff behind the counter and they just shook their head. Did nothing about it. Not sure what it was other than big!!

Posted by on Oct 20, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 23, 2021 by Harry Stevens - General Manager

Thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback and excellent review scores. We have followed up with the front desk staff on how to handle such issues moving forward. Appreciate your patronage.

3 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 25, 2021

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1 out of 5
The shower had no pressure what so ever if someone would have wanted to bathe a child it would take 2 hours to fill tub stained furniture bathroom floor and toilet dirty never had that issue here

Posted by on May 31, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 22, 2021 by Harry Stevens - General Manager

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for taking the time to submit your feedback; it is much appreciated. Please accept my apology the hotel did not quite meet your expectations. We thank you for your patronage, Harry Stevens

3 out of 5

Posted by on May 6, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 22, 2021 by Harry Stevens - General Manager

Thank you for your positive score and patronage, Harry Stevens

5 out of 5
The room was clean and a good size! The beds were comfortable. Loved the shuttle to the casino and the country nightclub . Would definitely stay again

Posted by on Nov 17, 2019

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4 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 7, 2019

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5 out of 5
The staff was friendly. The room was clean. Check in was easy and the coffee in the lobby was fresh.

Posted by on Mar 22, 2019

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About the Holiday Inn Harrisburg - Hershey Area, I-81, an IHG Hotel

Location Hershey Exit 80, I-81, Grantville, PA 17028

Property Features

Holiday Inn Harrisburg - Hershey Area, I-81, an IHG Hotel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 20000 square feet (1800 square meters) and includes conference space. A casino, a nightclub, and a 24-hour fitness center are also featured at the family-friendly Holiday Inn Harrisburg - Hershey Area, I-81, an IHG Hotel. Free self parking is available.

  • 1 building
  • 200 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 20000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1800 sq m of conference space
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Microwave (on request)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking , Free RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free casino shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking

Room Amenities

Holiday Inn Harrisburg - Hershey Area, I-81, an IHG Hotel offers 200 accommodations with video-game consoles and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Refrigerator available
  • Microwave available
  • Coffee maker
  • Pillow options
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Gaming console
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Great American Grille - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Winners Circle Saloon - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 20 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 150 and a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Smoke detector
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Children stay free - maximum age 20
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 14.99 per person
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 150 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Children 20 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.