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West Harrisburg Hotel near Hershey Chocolate World and Harrisburg International Airport

Our hotel's Mechanicsburg, PA location is a short drive to Hershey, PA, home of the Hershey Corporation and Hershey Chocolate World. The nearby Whitaker Science center boasts educational and interactive fun for all ages, as well as an IMAX® theatre. History buffs will love our convenient location near Historic Gettysburg. Our West Harrisburg hotel is also only seven minutes from the Harrisburg International Airport making it the ideal spot to start your Pennsylvania vacation.

While lodging in Harrisburg, visit these popular local attractions:

  • Appalachian Trail-Boiling Springs (13 miles)
    Be among the thousands of people who have stepped foot on The People's Path and America's First National Scenic Trail in nearby Boiling Springs, PA.
    Phone: (304) 535-6278
  • Dutch Wonderland (50 miles)
    Nestled in Pennsylvania Dutch Country, this park is suitable for children and is about an hour away from our hotel.
    Phone: (866) 386-2839
  • The Forum (7.2 miles)
    This is the Harrisburg area's best-kept secret...a beautiful auditorium with fine acoustics. The Harrisburg Symphony plays regularly.
    Phone: (717) 545-5527
  • Gettysburg, PA (32 miles)
    Relive the historic Battle of Gettysburg and hear Lincoln's Gettysburg Address at this most popular and well visited historic area in Gettysburg, PA.
    Phone: (717) 334-2100
  • Hershey's Chocolate World (19 miles)
    See how cacao pods are turned into delicious chocolate at this free attraction in Hershey, PA.
    Phone: (717) 534-4900
  • Hershey Park (20 miles)
    Get Hershey Park happy at this multi-acre amusement park east of Harrisburg in Hershey, PA. Steel coasters and classic rides are available for the daring visitor.
    Phone: (800) HERSHEY
  • Hollywood Casino (30 miles)
    Everywhere you look there is endless excitement and the kind of thrills you can only find in Hollywood.
    Phone: (717) 469-2211
  • Lancaster Amish Country (45 miles)
    Visit the traditional Amish farmlands of Lancaster, PA. There are over 180 activities in the area, so please ask our front desk for a map with all the attractions listed.
  • National Civil War Museum (9.3 miles)
    This is the only museum in the United States that portrays the entire story of the American Civil War. Balanced presentations are humanistic in nature without bias to Union or Confederate causes.
    Phone: (717) 260-1861
  • Pennsylvania State Capitol (8.0 miles)
    Visit the city of Harrisburg and Pennsylvania's capitol building.
    Phone: 1 (800) 868-7672
  • Rockvale Outlets (45 miles)
    Shop 'til you drop at these premier shopping outlets in Lancaster County, PA. Shop the likes of Tommy Hilfiger, Brooks Brothers, GAP and other stores.
    Phone: (717) 293-9595
  • Ski Round Top (9 miles)
    Skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, and more! Fun in all seasons of the year.
    Phone: (717) 432-9631
  • Whitaker Center (7.2 miles)
    Investigate three floors of more than 240 fun and informative exhibits that explore physical science, natural science, life science, mathematics and technology.
    Phone: (717) 214-ARTS
  • Williams Grove Speedway (6.8 miles)
    See the best sprint car racing anywhere, done on a half-mile oval dirt track.
    Phone: (717) 697-5000

About Harrisburg

Since 1812, the city of Harrisburg has been the state capital of Pennsylvania. The state capital building creates one of the most beautiful skylines in the country, adding to the city's charm. Harrisburg has played a large part in the history of the United States from its contributions to the Underground Railroad and Industrial Revolution, to its role in the Civil War as a training site for the Union Army. Harrisburg's close proximity to Hershey, PA and its many attractions has made the city a popular stop for tourists visiting the area. Nearby attractions include Hershey Park, ZooAmerica, and Riverfront Park - just to name a few. Harrisburg boasts a wealth of professional theatre and musical productions as well as many galleries and museums, making it a cultural center for the state. Additionally, the downtown area of the city is known for its exciting clubs and delicious restaurants. Don't miss your chance to experience the friendly people, exciting attractions, and rich history of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Did you know?

Lots of little children dream of becoming firefighters, and Harrisburg offers a great way to view the history of the occupation. The Fire Museum of Great Harrisburg houses the only working Gamewell Alarm System in the nation. It's the kind that used a call box on the street, and people pulled the handle on it to report a fire.

Current Weather for Mechanicsburg

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