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Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

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A spacious lobby with a central seating area, brick walls, and modern lighting fixtures.
A hotel reception desk with computers, a keyboard, a mouse, and a lamp.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple serving stations, and a stained glass ceiling.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by large windows and a brick wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is $134
$121 nightly
$134 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23

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800 E Park Drive, Harrisburg, PA, 17111
  • Place, Kohl Memorial Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania State Capitol
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(135 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (Shower Only)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Dining Table)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Harrisburg

When you stay at Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center in Harrisburg, you'll be connected to the convention center, within a 10-minute drive of Pennsylvania State Capitol and Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex. .This hotel is 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Hersheypark and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Hershey's Chocolate World.

What's nearby

  • Kohl Memorial Park - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • National Civil War Museum - 10 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Riverfront Park - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Pennsylvania State Capitol - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 16 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Harrisburg Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Harrisburg Intl. Airport (MDT) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shinjuku Station - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center offers 174 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Harrisburg hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) for a surcharge. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 174 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
You can enjoy a meal at OReillys Taproom serving the guests of Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Harrisburg? This hotel has 16469 square feet (1530 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours), and a train station pick-up service is also provided at no charge.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11 AM.
OReillys Taproom - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 1 per stay)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • OReillys Taproom

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (16,469 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Null
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 1 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Best Western Central Hotel
Best Western Premier
Best Western Premier Central
Best Western Premier Central Harrisburg
Best Western Premier The Central Hotel Conference Center
Best Western Premier Central Hotel Harrisburg
Hotel Best Western Central
Hotel Premier Best Western
Premier Best Western Hotel
Premier Hotel Best Western
Best Western Premier The Central Hotel Harrisburg
Best Western Premier The Central Hotel And Conference Center
Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center Hotel

Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 816 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel, very clean, great location, convenient to the turnpike. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay was great. The staff is wonderful and the place is very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay, staff very helpful and restaurant on site was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed in the family suite and it was wonderful. Everything was cleaning a very good size for a family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel, and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was wonderful staff were amazing quiet and relaxing with my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is one of the best. It is very clean and has all the amenities you would need while staying away from home. I would definitely recommend this hotel to others looking for a place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean, and the staff was incredibly helpful. They explained everything clearly and made the entire stay easy and enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel—100%!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love the hotel and my kids enjoy the pool everything is clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The servers for both dinner and breakfast were exceptional. They were friendly and provided excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love the hotel but service was a little slow in the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very impressed. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love this hotel - 4th time staying. Always worth the price for a clean room with good ventilation and a comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and staff was very friendly and helpful. Would stay at this location again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super clean and overall great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I truly enjoyed the short time I was at the hotel. The restaurant was also excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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10/10 stay again. We take a yearly trip and I think this is our 6th or 7th year here. Every staff member is incredible. The rooms are spacious and so clean. The restaurant on site has great food at fair prices and the pool and arcade are so fun for the kids. We can’t wait to come back and stay next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay and great restaurant attached.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was comfortable it was quiet and pet friendly and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend for the future traveler!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best hotel around for sports teams! This place is huge and close to everything! It’s clean and modern, compared to everything else near but this place will shock you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel staff is top notch—helpful, kind, efficient. Rooms were clean and well laid out. Food at the attached restaurant was tasty. Our group would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms and staff was pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy access to Hershey Park. Great pool, small arcade area for kids Restaurant good food and reasonably priced, with great service I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very kind staff and very clean property. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was very clean and staff was pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026