What is Downtown Harrisburg like?

Downtown Harrisburg is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Pennsylvania State Capitol and Riverfront Park as part of your Downtown Harrisburg travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Harrisburg?

Based on our traveller data, Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Harrisburg. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Hilton Harrisburg .

How many hotels will I find in Downtown Harrisburg?

Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Harrisburg to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Harrisburg area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Harrisburg, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Downtown Harrisburg.

What is there to do in this Harrisburg neighbourhood?

While you're in Downtown Harrisburg, you can catch a show at Forum Auditorium, Popcorn Hat Players Children’s Theatre and Open Stage of Harrisburg. Pennsylvania State Capitol and Riverfront Park are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Harrisburg include State Library of Pennsylvania, Strawberry Square and Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts. When you're sightseeing in Harrisburg, Appalachian Brewing Company and John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Harrisburg and the greater Harrisburg area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Harrisburg Transportation Center.

Top 10 Downtown Harrisburg Hotels of 2026

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A modern living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large flat-screen TV mounted above the fireplace.

1. Hilton Harrisburg

Downtown Harrisburg

Hailey

RM591 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

2. Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

Downtown Harrisburg

Maddison

RM503 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A stone fireplace with a glass front, set in a wooden wall.

3. BurgBnB Downtown

Downtown Harrisburg

Jared

RM420 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A multi-story building with a covered entrance and stone pillars.

4. Staybridge Suites Harrisburg by IHG

3.1 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Ben

RM499 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a wooden wall with a crescent moon design.

5. Comfort Suites Camp Hill-Harrisburg West

3.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Michael

RM448 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious lobby with a large window, a bench, two chairs, a small table, and a hanging light fixture.

6. Hotel Hanna

0.8 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Nicholas

RM217 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a pergola, seating, and a grill station.

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Harrisburg East-Hershey Area

5.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

mark

RM554 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, brick walls, and modern lighting fixtures.

8. Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

5.7 km from Downtown Harrisburg

diane

RM548 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious living area with a grand staircase, modern furniture, and a large plant.

9. Penn Harris Hotel Harrisburg, Trademark by Wyndham

3.2 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Jovita J

RM450 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with round tables and blue chairs, a green booth seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Harrisburg Hershey

5.2 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Kristen

RM420 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Harrisburg Hershey

5 km from Downtown Harrisburg

BABATUNDE

RM448 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a central dining area, multiple seating options including sofas and tables, and a large TV screen on the wall.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Harrisburg/North

5.1 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Russell

RM401 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a pool.

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Harrisburg North

5.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

MARIA

RM517 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a snack area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

14. Home2 Suites By Hilton Harrisburg East

4.9 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Angelique

RM443 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, vending machines, and a patterned wall.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites New Cumberland by IHG

5 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Marisa

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Harrisburg Hershey

6.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Melissa

RM588 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Harrisburg East

5.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Ian

RM517 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern living room with grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a stone-patterned wall.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

5.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Walt

RM322 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern dining area with a brick wall, flat-screen TV, and multiple tables and chairs.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Harrisburg Hershey

6.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Emma

RM449 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Mechanicsburg

8.9 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Yvonne

RM653 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Harrisburg

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Harrisburg	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,003 reviews	View
BurgBnB Downtown	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 8 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG	3.5 star property	8.0 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Harrisburg East	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 168 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Camp Hill-Harrisburg West	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 952 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Harrisburg

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A building with a red brick facade and a marquee sign reading "STRAWBERRY SQUARE".

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market are top sights worth seeing.

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A historical exhibit titled 'Rebirth of Freedom Fifty Years in Four' with various documents and photographs.

Allison Hill

If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

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A large neoclassical building with a prominent green dome and a smaller dome on the side.

Uptown

Though Uptown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Pennsylvania State Capitol.

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South Harrisburg

When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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East Harrisburg

Though East Harrisburg may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Civil War Museum and Riverfront Park.

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Top Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey

8/10 Good

"Bed was comfortable. It was quiet. The breakfast could be much better"

Hampton Inn & Suites Hershey

10/10 Excellent

"This is our go to place for when we’re at Hershey. Staff is incredible. Each visit is special. This last visit was for our son’s birthday and they took the time to decorate the room with balloons, a bday sign and a bag full of treats which was a very cool surprise for him. Breakfast is always delicious. Only complaint is the mattresses could be updated but that wouldn’t deter us from continuing to stay here."

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2. Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

3. BurgBnB Downtown

4. Staybridge Suites Harrisburg by IHG

5. Comfort Suites Camp Hill-Harrisburg West

6. Hotel Hanna

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Harrisburg East-Hershey Area

8. Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

9. Penn Harris Hotel Harrisburg, Trademark by Wyndham

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Harrisburg Hershey

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Harrisburg Hershey

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Harrisburg/North

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Harrisburg North

14. Home2 Suites By Hilton Harrisburg East

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites New Cumberland by IHG

16. Courtyard by Marriott Harrisburg Hershey

17. Hilton Garden Inn Harrisburg East

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Harrisburg Hershey

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Mechanicsburg

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