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Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is $144
$130 nightly
$144 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

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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 a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 King Accessible Mobility Accessible Communication Accessible Roll in Shower/Wifi Microwave Refrigerator Non Smoking

  • 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, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(129 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 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
(27 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
(29 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
(15 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

With a 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 Farm Show Complex and Kohl Memorial Park. .This hotel is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Hershey's Chocolate World and 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Hersheypark.

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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shinjuku Station - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • 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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 834 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1012 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

Jordyn

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

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and great restaurant attached.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and delicious food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay every year one of the better hotels in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this hotel, the public areas as well as room were very clean. O’Reillys had excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything from staff to room was absolutely excellent- food was delicious- very clean very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yexiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very spacious and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel around. Beautiful throughout, clean, friendly and helpful staff. Restaurant is like going to a really nice pub in Ireland with excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

We love this hotel and Irish pub which is why we stop every year on our way home from FL. It never disappoints us, wonderful room, great food and the staff are phenomenal. I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel to,anyone. It is also convenient to gas station, Panera and Dunkin. Within a mile to I 81.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Super clean, restaurant is very convenient pool is big.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly. Used the gym and it was nice as well. I also ordered food from the attached restaurant and it was very good. This is a very nice hotel and I will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathroom were clean and well equipped. I did not use the pool but it also looked clean. Breakfast was delicious and the staff was friendly. I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yul at the front desk was great, kids loved the pool & games, room was awesome, didn’t eat but the restaurant was convenient for getting drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Denise Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffaney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gorgeous facility and have stayed multiple times. Spacious rooms, clean, plenty of parking, fast elevators, on site bar.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

arman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Nice rooms and quality bedding
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was Beautiful and clean . Staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Julianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine, Bathroom mirror and counter could have been more accommodating, especially for women for make-up application and toilet supplies considering it was titled as a premium, not standard, room. Staff was great and O'Riley's was it's warm and friendly place as usual.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel, with clean rooms and friendly, courteous staff. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, room was big we booked the family suite and the pool was huge. Also the restaurant had good food. Would stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Room, lobby, and pool were clean. Staff was helpful. O'Reilly's on-site bar restaurant was very good. We enjoyed our stay and will return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026