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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

Harrisburg - PA · United States

845 East Chocolate AvenueView location

6.8/10Good1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness7.2/107.2
Service7.2/107.2
Comfort7.2/107.2
Condition6.6/106.6
Neighborhood8.0/108.0
Amenities6.0/106.0
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About Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

Howard Johnson Inn Hershey is a popular choice amongst travelers in Hershey (PA), whether exploring or just passing through. The property offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Service-minded staff will welcome and guide you at Howard Johnson Inn Hershey.

All rooms are designed and decorated to make guests feel right at home, and some rooms come with flat screen television, air conditioning, desk, alarm clock, telephone. The property offers various recreational opportunities.

Howard Johnson Inn Hershey combines warm hospitality with a lovely ambiance to make your stay in Hershey (PA) unforgettable.

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With a stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey in Hershey (Palmdale), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Hershey Theatre and 5 minutes from Hershey Gardens. This hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Hersheypark Stadium and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Hershey's Chocolate World.

Make yourself at home in one of the 52 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 21

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • The seasonal pool will be open from June to August.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    21
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.00 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

ZooAmerica 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Hershey Theatre 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
The Hershey Story Museum 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Tanger Outlet Center 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Troegs Brewing Company 3.2 km / 2 mi
Hershey Gardens 3.2 km / 2 mi
Labyrinth 3.3 km / 2 mi
Hersheypark Stadium 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Hersheypark Arena 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Founders Hall 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Hershey Area Playhouse 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Hersheypark 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Hershey's Chocolate World 4.8 km / 3 mi
Giant Center 5 km / 3.1 mi
Founder's Hall at the Milton Hershey School 5.3 km / 3.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 52
  • Number of floors (main building): 2
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-outExtra charge
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
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  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • Terrace
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • BarExtra charge
  • Restaurant: 1
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room: 1
  • Business centre
  • Fax
  • Breakfast
  • Early Check-inExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Fitness
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

HB

Half Board

Usually includes breakfast and one additional meal.

FB

Full Board

Usually includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

AI

All Inclusive

Meals and selected drinks/services may be included.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q-DX

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q-DX

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXE • 1 Bedroom • 27 m²ROO.DX
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    Room DELUXE

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    Smoking room
    Room size
    27 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
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    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.DX

    Room amenities

    • Safe
    • Wi-fi
    • Cable TV
    • Housekeeping
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Mini fridge
    • Bathroom
    • TV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Internet access
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Satellite TV
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Microwave
    • Hairdryer
    • Radio

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKINGDBL.2Q-NM

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q-NM

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGQUADRUPLE • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGQUA.NM-QN

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    QUADRUPLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.NM-QN

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUADRUPLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUA.DX-QN

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE KING BED NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • KING BED NON SMOKINGDBL.KG-NM

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE KING BED NON SMOKING

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING BED NON SMOKING

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    Room code: DBL.KG-NM

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMY • 1 Bedroom • 16 m²DBL.EY
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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Smoking room
    Room size
    16 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.EY

    Room amenities

    • Cable TV
    • Housekeeping
    • Bathroom
    • Shower: 1
    • TV
    • Mini fridge
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Wi-fi

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Hairdryer
    • Radio
    • Internet access
    • Microwave
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Satellite TV

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDBL.NM-QN

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.NM-QN

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMY NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • ECONOMY NON SMOKINGDBL.EY-NM

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE ECONOMY NON SMOKING

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.EY-NM

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  • QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUADRUPLE • TWO QUEEN BEDS • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²QUA.2Q
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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.2Q

    Room amenities

    • Housekeeping
    • Cable TV
    • Wi-fi
    • Safe
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Mini fridge
    • TV
    • Bathroom

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Alarm clock
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Microwave
    • Internet access
    • Radio
    • Hairdryer

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room KING BED NON SMOKINGRoom • KING BED NON SMOKING • 1 Bedroom • 19 m²ROO.KG-NM
    Room KING BED NON SMOKINGPhoto unavailable2 photos

    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    Room KING BED NON SMOKING

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Smoking room
    Room size
    19 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    KING BED NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.KG-NM

    Room amenities

    • Safe
    • Wi-fi
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Mini fridge
    • TV
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom
    • Housekeeping
    • Cable TV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Microwave
    • Internet access
    • Radio
    • Hairdryer
    • Satellite TV

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY-1

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    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.EY-1

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey

6.8
Good
1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.2 /10
Service
7.2 /10
Comfort
7.2 /10
Condition
6.6 /10
Neighborhood
8.0 /10
Amenities
6.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2026
Donald
The property was clean but seemed dated. The free breakfast was minimal and not much. Staff was helpful and responsive.
2/10
Poor
04 Aug 2026
Tamara
The room did not look as expected it was basically a outdated room with outdated furniture ,with a dumpster for a view ,Not at all nice , staff was unfriendly .
6/10
Pleasant
04 Aug 2026
eric
Room was clean and what’s expected from a Howard Johnson’s in 2026

Pool was clean and great.

The clerk at check in was fantastic and helpful.

However, the person in the late evening (pretty sure the owner) was extremely rude.
We returned to the property around midnight to find that neither key would work to open the room. I found an employee in the front office and kindly explained the situation.

The employee (100% certain it was the owner) began to blame us for slamming the door and said “you probably slammed the door and broke the lock, if so we’re charging you. I’ll let you in right now only”

Walked with him to the room, where he plugged something into the locked and shut it off (Honestly seemed like the battery died). He then Reiterated to us several times “you slammed the door and broke it”

Place was great. That employee needs training on customer service and should learn not to be such a jerk to people who would’ve been returning guests, if not for that interaction.
4/10
Poor
04 Aug 2026
Dana
Breakfast was stale bagels and dry cereal. No ventilation in the bathroom - mold smell.
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2026
Joseph
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10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2026
Angelina
It was nice
4/10
Poor
27 Jul 2026
Lauren
This is a motel and should be priced and marketed as a motel. The only redeeming quality of this motel was the poor employee who was clearly working alone for the whole property. She was being called non-stop. The property is in need of updates. There is an EXTREME security risk in anyone can open the doors and have access to the doors in the building connected to the lobby. Our sheets had to be changed because of hair and stains. Wyndham clearly handed over money and should be embarrassed to have their name associated with this property. Next weekend they are charging $400/night and one room left. How they are not hiring more and upgrading this property for that rate is insane. Also, there’s not a breakfast. Stop promoting that there is. I cannot believe I paid what other HOTELS were charging and ended up with this.
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jul 2026
Nidia
It was clean.
2/10
Poor
24 Jul 2026
Joshua
So part of this was my mistake. I booked two hotels. One of which i paid in full on line and the other which was this hotel I pressed pay at property. Not knowing I went to this one. After checking in and going to the room to figure out why what I remembered as the price and what I was given for a reciept were different, I realized my mistake and went back to the front desk and asked for a refund which was only about 10 minutes,also my pregnant wife could hardly sit on the toilet because the wall was too close. I was told that because I checked in that I could not get refunded at all. Not really knowing how to handle it we owned the mistake and went to the other hotel since the Howard Johnson would be uncomfortable for the 8 month pregnant wife. I know there are policys but I feel like we could have been accomidated in some way. Kinda set the tone for a not so fun weekend away 8 hours away from home.
6/10
Pleasant
17 Jul 2026
Jessica
The room was basic but clean, exactly what you would expect from a hotel in this price range. The pool is small but clean and well maintained. There is a restaurant under the lobby and that was convenient... especially since that so called \"breakfast\" they served was just 2 types of cereal, plain bagels, and a bowl of old apples.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jul 2026
Susannah
Comfortable bed. Not really much of a breakfast.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Tierra
Good location
6/10
Pleasant
13 Jul 2026
Laura
Staff were very nice and helpful.

The hotel is very old and needs updated. There are no elevators, so I am unsure how a handicap person would access their room if they we on the 2nd floor.
I did see a bug in the sink; however, it was only one and did not see any others. There was a bad odor in the hallways and the room.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Jerry
Very nice staff. Perfect for the stay to visit hershey for the weekend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Angie
Nice little motel with a restaurant attached. Close by everything. Good price
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2026
Jennifer
Staff was excellent and helpful. Pool was clean and well maintained. Air conditioning worked great. Could use some air freshener and clean out dead bugs in the hallway light fixture.
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
06 Jul 2026
Angel
They had a roach on the wall. Stains on the bed. Staff was beyond rude. NO BREAKFAST!! This whole entire listing is a lie!!! Pool wasn’t opened and had terrible hours. It was the worst experience I have ever had!! I even asked to leave because we felt uncomfortable and safe between the bugs and workers and the conditions and they refused and said I wouldn’t get my money back. Keep in mind I had a 5 year old with me… the A.C must be set to a specific temperature because no matter what we put it on it was never cold or a good room temperature. They are not a hotel they are a MOTEL!!! Smells moldy and stinks.
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jul 2026
Philip
Overall this Motel (not Hotel) is Dated & Dingy. Interesting that this is a Wyndham brand, not at the top of their businesses. Air conditioning unit was loud. Sheets/bedding/bath towels were clean. Wallpaper in the room & bathroom was peeling/separating from the wall. Office is not regularly staffed, a phone with instructions is present. Breakfast is barely continental. We did not visit the restaurant downstairs/below main building.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
John
Room was clean and beds were comfortable. Close to everything.
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
01 Jul 2026
Robyne
We reserved a room for 2 days, due to a family emergency, we had to cancel the second night, but due to the cancellation rules we lost our money for the second night, the sheets were wrinkled and had a large yellow spot, the sliding door was unlocked, the pictures on the website are very deceiving, we didnt eat breakfast, there's a damp musty smell in the main area of check in and where the breakfast is supposed to be served, the property is very dated, needs updates, the tub was stained and the toilet had pee on the seat.
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
29 Jun 2026
Katie
The room was old and musty. The beds were lumpy and the sheets were rough and pilling. The TV stand was chipping. I opened the closet to get to the ironing board and I wish I hadn’t. The walls were peeling. They also keep the large restaurant dumpster right outside the room, so you get startled by glass bottles going in late at night.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jun 2026
Mark
As soon as you walk into the lobby, the smell of mold hits you like a wall. So much so that my 5 year old said “it stinks in here”

The bedroom also smelled musty and was very damp feeling. The air conditioner unit was set to 70 but it did not feel that temperature. I turned it down and every time the a/c blew, it smelled moldy more.

I woke up extremely stiff and swollen from sleeping in this moldy hotel.

Other than that, the room was clean. It was definitely “dated” though.
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
28 Jun 2026
Eric
Was obviously updated recently but our room unfortunately had a bad odor inside, maybe a dirty AC filter but was a downer. No coffee maker in the room and no breakfast in the lobby.
Partner
4/10
Poor
27 Jun 2026
Magdalena
Too pricey for the quality of the hotel. Staff was very nice and helpful
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
James
It was very nice
Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2026
Jason
The room was very clean and offered everything we needed for the night.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Jonelle
Air conditioning was cold and it was a clean room. Bed was very comfortable.
Only blinds on door. No curtains to darken the room.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jun 2026
Kathryn
The woman at the front desk was very helpful and nice. Our rooms were dated and dirty. They had a mildew/mold smell. Sheets and towels were stained. My Son found a TOOTH under the bed, so gross. Dead bugs in the corners of the rooms. Remote, phones and alarm clocks were sticky and dirty. I would not recommend this hotel.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
19 Jun 2026
harriet
The property was run down- the toilet seat was broken- very low toilet- bathroom ws quite small.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Jun 2026
eireann
this hotel was good for the price. front desk staff was extremely polite and helpful, and the beds were very comfortable. the air conditioning worked really well in our room. we didn’t use any of the extra amenities, so i can’t comment on those. there were some stray hairs left over in the towels and the shower, but the room was otherwise clean.
Friends_and_family Friends
2/10
Poor
31 May 2026
Shani
Blankets had yellow stains on them. The mattress had a maroonish stain on it. We asked for a different room due to the stains on our bedding and mattress and was told no. I asked to speak to a manager and was told no. I checked out 2hrs later and they witheld money for the whole weekend even though i left because the room was dirty and the pool was closed 2hrs early for no apparent reason. I will neverrr everrr reccommend this place and it should be listed as a motel.
Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
23 May 2026
Christopher
Air conditioning didn’t work, no staff member was there at 2:15 pm when we arrived so we checked in at 9 pm. Realized at 10:30 A/C didn’t work but was too late to call anyone to fix. When we checked out the next morning no one was at front desk again.
Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
22 May 2026
Philip
You get what you pay for. It was a great price for the night but the hotel was very dingy and had a foul musty odor. The employees we interacted with were very nice and helpful but the hotel needs some major work and cleaning.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2026
John
The room was very clean and bed was comfortable. The only issue was that WIFI was slow.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
11 May 2026
Jeffrey
Good location... Rooms are always clean, plenty of towels, mini-fridge, and TV... Hotel Restaurant \"Why Not Stop\", good food, bar and drinks, it has been very good the times we have stayed, good steak oscar! Disaapointed it is closed Sundays, but plenty of alternative choices. Pantry next door has great breakfasts and beverage choices.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
matthew
Thought the area was super convenient and had plenty around to do and see. The room was clean and the bed very comfortable. Checked in right at 3p and there was no one there but come around 4-4:30p when the restaurant opens it was full. Didn’t eat there but must be good with how many people were there just to eat. For a night or 2 I would definitely stay again and you can’t beat the price either.
8/10
Excellent
02 May 2026
Lauren
It was fine. It was your standard hotel. Great location. Can’t say enough about the price and location; it was very clean.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2026
CLAUDE
Been to this location before and it was always very nice. Restaurant What if is amazing
Family
6/10
Pleasant
16 Apr 2026
BABETTE
The staff was very friendly, otherwise I would give it 1 star. I remember when Howard Johnson was the standard for nice accommodations, but this one seems to have furniture and carpet from long, long ago during the glory days. The wood furniture is very worn. The carpet in the office and hall smells like old mildew. The \"light breakfast\" was 2 types of cereal, milk, coffee, hot water, instant oatmeal packets and apple and orange juice. In fairness, the bed was very comfortable.
Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2026
Ashlee
The room was small and a little dated however it was clean and perfect for the overnight stay we needed. They front desk gentleman was also super friendly and helpful.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Apr 2026
alison
The room was clean. Cleaning staff were kind. No coffee maker. Breakfast was awful. Never milk for cereal. Instant oatmeal was all that was on the counter. Toaster but nothing in it. Apple juice was spoiled.
2/10
Poor
12 Apr 2026
Deb
Everything was terrible
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
11 Apr 2026
Stephen
the room was clean but old and in need of renovations bad had to slam door to get it to shut securely the had no breakfast for is the morning of check out we went to check on it at 8 AM
Nothing were there. Chairs were stacked up on top. The table, outside of buildings fallen apart no one was at the counter, you had to take. Pick the phone up to call somebody to check in when we checked out, they just had a basket there that said, leave your keys here we'll take care of the rest.They charged a hundred dollar deposit and also charged you for your room. It's the type of hotel that you kind of even wonder. If you're even gonna get your deposit back.Thank you guys for bad shape, rough service, they should not advertise free breakfast. Just one, they don't have one.That is one of the decisions that I chose that for I had to take the kids and my wife to mcdonald's.And spend forty dollars to get breakfast
6/10
Pleasant
23 Mar 2026
Brenda J
We were there only for 1 night...no cups in the room, no coffee maker in the room, breakfast was to be continental, but was dry cereal, coffee, no juice, milk was warm and apples. Oh and oatmeal...The fixtures in the shower were loose...the desk person in the morning was dressed like was unprofessional and Not a Wyndom employee. The TV remote did not work and no lists of the channels that were available. The hotel as a whole was a tired one!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
08 Mar 2026
Alexander
Perfect for what we needed. Definitely dated but for the price I would recommend. Definitely will stay there again
4/10
Poor
24 Feb 2026
Heather
There were large stains on the bedding. What looked like dried blood. Because the stains were so large and so dark, there is no way that housekeeping or hotel staff would not have seen them. It is disgusting that the beds were made up as clean this way.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Tyler
Staff was great
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Karen
The room was comfortable and clean. It was easily accessible to other Hershey sites.
6/10
Pleasant
30 Jan 2026
Jonathan
Room was clean but very dated in need of some basic repair.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
18 Jan 2026
Elizabeth
It was really cold and the outside door didn't lock.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
05 Jan 2026
Heather
Clean rooms
6/10
Pleasant
15 Dec 2025
Robert
I would like to write a review about the affordable price. About the courteous front desk staff member. About the clean rooms. About the ample free parking. About the convenient location to everything Hershey. To the absolute wonderful bakery and cafe, \"Deserts, Etc.\" that is mere steps away across the street. Problem is, I can't get past an in-room smoke detector \"chirping\" at 10-second intervals for every 10 seconds, at 85 decibels, throughout the night, in a room that contained my family (wife and three daughters - 14, 5, and 2). I felt a bit stuck with and didn't want to go through the hassle of someone visiting the room or being requited to change rooms, so we excruciatingly bared it and all ending up with significant sleep loss. Not ideal for a place we book for the primary purpose of sleeping. ROOM 38 if anyone wants to know, although the detectors could very well be tied throughout all rooms in the structure. Beware!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Dec 2025
Keith
Check in was easy and front desk personnel very pleasant. Room was very clean, only negative is that there were only 3 pillows on each bed and there were 4 adults. Bed was comfortable.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Dec 2025
Brandon
This is just a solid hotel choice. Nothing fancy or over-the-top, but absolutely nothing wrong with this place. Kind staff, clean rooms and great location at an affordable price.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
30 Nov 2025
Rosa Alba
My friend and I were traveling with our respective families. As soon as we arrived the children noticed the smell. It was like a moldy smell. We decided to notidied the staff and they said that they could not smell anything. We asked we could get a refund but they refused stating that we gad alreasy checked in. If we would have known about the smell we would have not checked in to begin with. Both families ended up leaving. I bookrd through Expedia.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Loretta
Staff was very friendly and made the check in quick and easy.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
17 Nov 2025
Erin
The bar was not as pictured. Decent ac. Staff were brief and to the point. Room was clean
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Jason
Clean rooms, friendly staff.
Leisure Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
16 Nov 2025
Domenica
I was shocked by how dirty and poorly maintained my room was. As soon as I walked in, I noticed an unpleasant smell, and it only got worse from there. The floors were sticky, the bathroom looked like it hadn’t been cleaned, and the bedding didn’t feel fresh at all. It was genuinely uncomfortable to stay in the room.
I would not recommend staying here unless the management seriously improves their cleanliness and overall upkeep.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Deborah
Did not have breakfast. Room was comfortable and clean. I was very impressed.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2025
Kathleen
The room was clean and the staff was friendly!!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Oct 2025
Vanessa
room was pretty small for the price we paid, one of the lights were broken
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Oct 2025
Leonard
Heater was loud
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Oct 2025
Jennifer
Clean room, staff was very accommodating, air conditioning was perfect. We had a good stay!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2025
Jessie
The room itself was great, the AC worked very well, it was very clean and well stocked with necessities. There was a decent breakfast in the morning as well. The front desk is not always staffed, and the vending machines don't work well, so bring your own water and snacks. The hallways to the rooms are a little gross. The parking area is not well lit at night and is not in a great area, but we still felt pretty safe. Overall, I am satisfied. The price was fantastic for the state of the room.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2025
Christine
Scratchy towels. Bad breakfast
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
29 Sep 2025
heather
Room was upcharged
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
21 Sep 2025
David
Bar and dining are not actually part of the hotel. Only open from 4-10. Breakfast is bagels and cereal.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2025
JOSEPH
.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
Michael
The bar/restaurant was awesome!
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
Paige
Na
Leisure Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
26 Aug 2025
erin
Would not stay here again. Threatened to charge us if we got anything on towels. Smelled like mildew. Could see all patches on walls from previous holes
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2025
Tara
Enjoyed
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
Tina
No coffee during breakfast at all!!!!
6/10
Pleasant
15 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

Okay

This is an okay place to stay if you just need a quick place to sleep. More of an old motel than a hotel.
8/10
Excellent
12 Aug 2025
Bienvenida
Everything was nice and clean.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2025
Paul
Easy drive to Hershey Park.
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
10 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

Pick somewhere else!

Parking is not ideal, room was adequate but could use an update. Breakfast options were terrible and should not be advertised as breakfast, barely anything for guests to eat at all. The ice machine area was very next to a very creepy stairwell that had no door, unsafe.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
10 Aug 2025
Norma
We felt like for the price that we paid for the room. It was old and not up-to-date. Our carpet was stained and dirty. Our building was old and the pool area was old. The breakfast was very minimal and the building was noisy. You could hear other rooms around you.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Abby
Bed was comfy, staff was very kind
4/10
Poor
07 Aug 2025
Jazmine
I felt unsafe and the place was very creepy
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Aug 2025
Felicia
Easy check in , quite area pool was nice
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
05 Aug 2025
Jeffrey
We booked this property since it was close to Hershey Park and the online images looked nice but they are definitely old photos. We waited an hour and a half to check in because there was literally no one working in the entire hotel. Howard Johnson was no help when I called them. A staff member finally pulled up at 3pm to check us in. Also the breakfast was not on the go breakfast it was oatmeal packets, Raisin Bran, and Frosted Flakes. Will never return!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2025
Ronald
Nice place nothing fancy but great location
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
03 Aug 2025
Pamela
If this was a continental breakfast there was 2 cereals, coffee, juice, bagels w cr ch only no butter that’s all nothing else My husband went to get coffee @ 9:15 the guy said he dumped it out there was no more?? It’s still breakfast? The room was not worth the price, I booked this room in April & it was the same price w Expedia on the day we arrived, it should have been cheaper in April booking it earlier! The room I’d say was worth $129/night. The only good part it was close to things that’s all
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
30 Jul 2025
Theresa
I would have thought being part of the Wyndham family would have elevated the Howard Johnson property. While staff was very nice, both at the front desk and restaurant, the property itself needs help. Our non-smoking room had an unpleasant odor upon entrance and the hallway smelled of smoke. The lack or building security was shocking- anyone could access the hotel as doors did include the same technology as entering your room (I.e. using room card). The “business center” was a poorly painted room that didn’t even include a chair. Do better HoJo!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jul 2025
Kenneth

No Food

The hotel was clean. It advertises a breakfast but does NOT provide one. There were two bins of cold cereal and black coffee. No milk, juice, fruit, danish, sugar... Just dry cold cereal and black coffee. This was in the middle of it's open for eating hours. It was the cheapest hotel but cost us more when you have to add in the cost of going out to eat. I would not stay there again.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jul 2025
Cynthia
The property was ok. There was a foul odor in th the lobby and room. Breakfast was offered, choice was cold cereal or nothing else. It worked,
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jul 2025
Anna-Laura
The place was ok. Bathroom door wouldn’t close. There was a rip in the desk chair. One light wasn’t working. Staff was friendly. Just needs a remodel.
Leisure Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
20 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

Wouldn’t recommend

This hotel is old and dated. There would be a moldy smell every time the HVAC turned on. Not at all worth the price. The front desk attendant wasn’t helpful when we complained about smell (she cleaned the filters and said problem solved-it didn’t change anything). The only good thing was that it appeared to be decently clean in the room. All furniture is dated including a low def TV. Shower floor looked slightly browned with age. Doors from outside remain unlocked 24 hours.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
13 Jul 2025
Amy
This location was clean and offered a nice place to rest our heads, it is just a hotel.
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
06 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

It was scary!

Desolate, dingy, and decrepit. We forfeited our non refundable stay within 15 minutes after checking in. We made the reservation last minute due to a change in road trip plans. We understood that it wasn’t going to be the Four Seasons but figured that it would be rather busy since it was a holiday week and families would be heading to Hershey Park the next day. We pulled up to the parking lot after 11pm and we were the only car in the lot. The outside rooms all looked abandoned and we should have taken that as a sign and left. However we checked in and got assigned a room in the inside building which somehow seemed safer. The room door was so cheap feeling and the locks were jiggly and not secure. I thought I could brave it out but then we noticed the bed felt… not dry. And the furniture was stained, rusty and in disrepair. I contacted hotels.com to see if I could get a refund and they called the front desk on my behalf but said they didn’t answer and suggested I ask the front desk for a refund. Honestly flight or fight kicked in and we just threw our suitcases in the car and got the hell out of there. We went to Tru by Hilton and had a comfortable, clean stay. I wish I took the one star reviews seriously and never booked it. Trust me; stay away.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
05 Jul 2025
Tatyana
Everything was good but I felt the hotel needed a little up grade.. we stood in a smoke free room but it still smelled like cigarettes.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
05 Jul 2025
Rafael

Bed bugs!!

Room has a moldy smell and infested with bed bugs. Made our stay an unpleasant experience.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
04 Jul 2025
Deborah Mack

Only If You Are Desperate

It’s a terrible little motel. If you are going to a concert and just sleeping there it’s passable. The price is ridiculous. The worst though was the indifferent and borderline rude staff.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
Chris
For what it is an older, Howard Johnson hotel the rooms are nice. There’s a great restaurant and bar in the basement and overall it’s a nice older hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
John
Check in was very easy and our room was clean. Beds were comfortable as well. Would absolutely book again.
Leisure Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
27 Jun 2025
Liza
☹️
6/10
Pleasant
22 Jun 2025
Laura
Just needed a place to sleep overnight. We weren't expecting the Ritz, but the room was very small, the property very dated. It was clean enough and had an in room microwave and frig but no coffee maker.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jun 2025
patricia
The room was small, clean and neat. It had a dorm room refrigerator and microwave, no coffee pot. The room could use some upgrades.
The front office is cloed until 3 P.
M. Staff was friendly.
Breakfast was apples, cold cereal, instant oatmeal, coffee and tea.
Leisure Partner

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hershey
845 East Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, United States

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