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Hotel Description

Hotel near Hershey Theatre in Hershey

In Hershey

At this Hershey hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Hershey Theatre and 6 miles (10 km) of Hershey Gardens. Hersheypark Stadium and Hershey's Chocolate World are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Free perks

This hotel features a restaurant, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like on-the-go breakfast and free self parking.

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$64* Per night/room Mar 26 - Mar 27

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey ratings based on 21 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.1 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 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

Everyone (11) Couples (4) Family (5)
3 out of 5
I am a seasoned traveler and stayed at many 4-5 hotels as well as 2-3 star hotels and I never experienced the front desk clerk knock on the door, like at this HJ Motel, not even say good morning and state “you have a 10 minute warning”, and walk away. It was 10:50am, is a knock on the door necessary? I was perplexed. I assumed she meant for checkout. “Warning”? Rude! Additional customer service training is needed for staff. Perhaps, a phone call stating pls. be reminded check out is at 11am would have been more appropriate. That’s it. Nevertheless, Check in was pleasant. Toilet got clogged after 11pm and water spilled on floor, but that can happen anywhere and it was cleaned up right away. Will not be staying at this property again.

Posted by on Dec 29, 2022

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5 out of 5
Good for a quick stay close to Hershey Park.

Posted by on Aug 1, 2022

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5 out of 5
Clean and convenient driving distance to attractions.

Posted by on Oct 16, 2021

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1 out of 5
Do not stay here! The hotel is not like the pictures. Very old, dingy motel on the outside. After a very long day at the ICU with a sick relative, we found mice droppings on the beds and had to drive four hours home in the middle of the night because of this. No one would assist us. I asked three attendants at the hotel for a refund. They laughed at me for not wanting to stay in a room with mice. They had me speak to the manager Nick who was arrogant and rude. I still have not been refunded for this stay. Oh and by the way this is a dingy motel, not a hotel. We drove past many nice hotels in the area. We spent two great nights at the Spring Hill Suites prior to getting stuck here. Stay any other place than this rat trap.

Posted by , from EBENSBURG on Oct 16, 2021

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4 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 18, 2021

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4 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 28, 2021

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1 out of 5
I was horrified at checkout when the very rude man on duty insisted on keeping $60 of my $100 deposit because there were a few spots of hair dye on the cheap $2 towels. When I asked "Are you telling me these are $15 towels?" he said "That's what we charge." It's called BLEACH first of all, and the spots would've come out. Secondly, way to rip off and take advantage of your patrons. I would never stay there again!!!

Posted by on Jun 25, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 26, 2021 by Front Desk Mgmt

We welcome all feedback, and we appreciate your input. As we advise all of our patrons, an incidental fee is charged for linens and towels that are soiled with makeup and hair dyes. We make every effort to remove stains and clean items as best as possible. Unfortunately, sometimes, items can not be cleaned thoroughly and must therefore be discarded.

5 out of 5
Reception very pleasant. Room very nice. Location to Hershey Park excellent.

Posted by on Sep 24, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 2, 2020 by Howard Johnson Inn

A wonderful location makes a world of difference, and we're glad you could utilize ours for all your travel plans. We hope to deliver another fantastic experience the next time you visit Howard Johnson Inn Hershey.

1 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 6, 2020

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2 out of 5
smelled like an ashtray and very worn down. The pool needs work too

Posted by on Jul 13, 2020

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About the Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

Location 845 E Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 01 to May 31:

  • Swimming pool

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1200 square feet (111 square meters) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey. Self parking is free. This Hershey hotel is smoke free.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 1200 sq ft of conference space
  • 111 sq m of conference space
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. This Hershey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Cribs (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Long distance calls (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Guests are served free on-the-go breakfast daily.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey has a restaurant on site.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

  • Casino 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 path of travel
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

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, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. Contactless check-out is available. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham). This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • 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 is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Count on Us (Wyndham)
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Masks are compulsory at the property for guests without full COVID-19 vaccination
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.00 per day

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

Hotel Names

  • Howard Johnson Hershey
  • Howard Johnson Inn Hershey
  • Howard Johnson Hotel Hershey
  • Howard Johnson Inn Hershey Hotel Hershey
  • Howard Johnson Wyndham Hershey Hotel
  • Howard Johnson Wyndham Hershey
  • Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey Hotel
  • Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey Hershey
  • Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey Hotel Hershey

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in August.
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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.