The city of Lehighton, PA is filled with adventure and excitement and our centrally located hotel in the Pocono Mountains is close to it all. Located off I-476 in the heart of the breath-taking Pocono Mountains, the Country Inn & Suites Lehighton hotel provides easy access to a wealth of area attractions. Our Pocono hotel's convenient location puts you close to such attractions as the Asa Packer Mansion Museum, Country Junction General Store, Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway, Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center and more. Not all hotels in the Poconos are the same. Be our guest at the Country Inn & Suites Lehighton hotel in the Poconos and enjoy cozy accommodations, exceptional service and a convenient location.
We recommend the following area attractions:
Phifer Ice Dam (0.9 miles from hotel) Franklin Township's community park. You'll find fishing, a baseball field, a playground and free concerts throughout the summer. There's also the Festival of Lights during the Christmas season. 880 Main Road, Lehighton, PA 18235
Ukrainian Homestead (2.1 miles from hotel) A unique celebration of Ukrainian heritage. This beautiful homestead showcases acres of peaceful farm land, a refreshing pool and numerous festivals and events. 1230 Beaver Run Drive, Lehighton, PA 18235 (215) 235-3709 (610) 377-4621
Beltzville Lake State Park (3 miles from hotel) Composed of nearly 3,000 acres of natural forest, this beautiful state park offers a swimming beach, picnic areas, boat docks and rentals, camping, hiking trails, water-skiing, fishing, hunting and a historic covered bridge. There are also winter activities such as ice boating and fishing and cross-country skiing. 2950 Pohopoco Drive, Lehighton, PA 18235 (610) 377-0045
Penns Peak Entertainment Complex & Roadies Restaurant (3.8 miles from hotel) The premier event venue in the Lehighton area, this large center hosts concerts, shows and more. An upscale restaurant is also on site. 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 (866) 605-7325
Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center (6.5 miles from hotel) This museum chronicles the history of Old Mauch Chunk, now known as Jim Thorpe, PA. The city has a rich history as a railroad mining town, the site of the infamous Molly Maguire's trial and the home of the first American roller coaster. Open from 10am-4pm June through October. Closed on Mondays. 41 W Broadway, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 (570) 325-9190
Country Junction (5 miles from hotel) The largest general store in the world, this exciting Lehighton store features a variety of departments such as pet care, lawn and garden, furniture, building materials, house wares, specialty foods, candles, a petting zoo and much more. 6565 Interchange Road, Lehighton, Pa. 18235 (610) 377-5050
Lehigh Gorge Senic Railway (5.2 miles from hotel) You'll start in the heart of beautiful, historic downtown Jim Thorpe, PA on authentic 1920s old-fashioned coaches. This 16-mile, one hour, round-trip adventure follows the Lehigh River to take guests through the breathtaking Pocono Mountains, past Glen Okona Park and to Old Penn Haven before returning back to the station. PO Box #91, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 (570) 325-8485
Jim Thorpe Memorial (5.5 miles from hotel) Born on May 28, 1888. Excelled in football, track and basketball. Star of the Olympics in 1912. He went on to play professional football. Stricken with cancer, Jim Thorpe died on March 28, 1953. Countless guests honor this man by visiting his final resting place. Route 903, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
Old Mauch Chunk Model Train Display (5.8 miles from hotel) Family friendly H.O. Scale Model Train Display. 41 Susquehanna Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 (570) 325-4371
Asa Packer Mansion Museum (6 miles from hotel) National Historic Landmark built in 1861 was the home of Asa Packer an industrialist/philanthropist who built the Lehigh Valley Railroad and founded Lehigh University. Open daily at 11am Memorial Day through Oct 31. PO Box #108, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 (570) 325-3229
Pocono Whitewater Adventures & Skirmish USA (6.5 miles from hotel) There's something fun at Pocono Whitewater for every level of adventurer! Choose your own pace...there's mild to wild rafting and kayaking trips, family trips, scenic and relaxed premier rail-trail biking excursions and adrenaline-filled action in our Skirmish paintball games. It's up to you! 1519 State Route 903, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 (570) 944-8392
Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary (9.2 miles from hotel) Family attraction where you can experience nature first hand in a live-flight butterfly aviary. Open Thurs-Mon 11am - 5pm. 18 Church Road, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 (570) 325-4848
Historic Jim Thorpe (9.5 miles from hotel) Formerly Mauch Chunk, this picturesque town dates back to 1816.
No. 9 Mine and Museum (16.7miles from hotel) World's oldest continously operated anthracite coal mine. Ride by train 1600 feet into the mountainside. A visit inside No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum is an experience that you will never forget. 9 Dock Street, Lansford, PA 18232 (570) 645-7074
Services near our hotel in Lehighton:
St. Luke's Hospital (1.1 miles from hotel) 179 Interchange Road, Lehighton, PA 18235
TrueSpa (3 miles from hotel) 234 Delaware Avenue, Palmerton, PA 18071 Offers natural and organic skin care products and services. (310) 826-4900
St. Luke's Urgent Care (4.1 miles from hotel) 1104 North Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 (570) 325-2400 Hours- Mon-Fri: 8am to 9pm, Sat-Sun: 8am to 4pm
Wachovia Bank/ATM (1.2 miles from hotel) 145 Interchange Road, Lehighton, PA 18235 (610) 377-4900
Post Office (1.4 miles from hotel) 118 North Street, Lehighton, PA 18235 (800) 175-8777 Hours- Mon-Fri: 8am to 12pm, 1pm to 5pm, Sat: 9am to 11am, Sun: closed
Rite Aid Pharmacy (1.9 miles from hotel) 241 North First Street, Lehighton, PA 18235 (610) 377-4262 Hours- Mon-Fri: 9am to 9pm, Sat: 9am to 8 am, Sun: 9am to 6pm
Beltzville Airport (1.9 miles from hotel) 3778 Interchange Road, Lehighton, PA 18235 (610) 377-9914
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