Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

3.0 star property
Hotel with 1 indoor pools, connected to the convention center in Harrisburg

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Lobby
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle

Explore the area

Map
800 E Park Drive, Harrisburg, PA, 17111
  • National Civil War Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Pennsylvania State Capitol
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Harrisburg

Close to airport.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Harrisburg hotel, you'll find Kohl Memorial Park and Happy Tails Dog Park. Also, Allyson Miller CRNP is within 2 miles (3 km) and National Civil War Museum is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • National Civil War Museum - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Riverfront Park - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Pennsylvania State Capitol - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • City Island - 10 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

Hotel with 1 indoor pools, connected to the convention center in Harrisburg
Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service are free. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This Harrisburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 174 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1530 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center offers 174 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. 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. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 772 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barry, Shelter Island Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The on site restaurant was perfect for our stay. I enjoyed a short stroll and visited in the little coffee setup by the restaurant. And great coffee! We would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay - Highley recommend!

We had an amazing stay at the Best Western Premier! The room was very clean and spacious, providing plenty of space for our family to relax. The lobby was beautiful and spotless, creating a welcoming first impression. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, always ready to assist with a smile. We also enjoyed the onsite restaurant—great food and excellent service made dining convenient and enjoyable. One of the highlights for us was the indoor pool, which the kids absolutely loved! It was well-maintained and perfect for some family fun. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Volleyball Weekend

I loved this hotel - was perfect for a one night stay! The lobby was a great place to hang out with a large group and the pub had a fun atmosphere. The water was a little tinted dark in the shower. That would be my only concern!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher, Pottstown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and welcoming

Our stay was just an overnight with our grandchildren to attend the horse show. Kids enjoyed the pool. The check in was easy and welcoming. Rooms were fully stocked and clean. Very very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Orlando

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was very rude and also refused to allow my F-250 harley davidson edition pick up truck park out front after advising me it would not fit in any garage. The Valet was rude about it and also offered no help. After arguing with me when I explained we had been driving 9 hours and were tired, I asked if they could please allow me to park out front at Valet like the other car they had out front, they denied me the ability to. I even offered to leave my keys and pay extra. I then had to leave to go book a new booking at the Omni who allowed my truck to park out front with no problems.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daixsa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
property was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jill A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel with extremely friendly staff

The hotel is very nice. The lobby is gorgeous - too bad the lobby bar was not open, but the restaurant/bar was. The pool was lovely and there is a very small game room that is very warm outside of the pool. 99% of the staff we interacted with was super friendly. The room was clean and included a couch, ottoman and work space along with the refrigerator, coffee pot, etc. There is a pretty busy street behind the hotel and I did hear traffic, mostly in the morning. The restaurant offered breakfast (at a cost) that was good. On Sunday it was a good buffet. The staff there was also extremely pleasant. All in all a very good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had our dog with us and they gave us the perfect room with close proximity to an exit/entrance. The room was clean and very comfortable. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel was very nice. Pool was very nice, but very loud and light in the pool was flashing. Also tub didn’t drain after showers
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay with comfortable bed, no issues, was convenient location off the interstate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel. The staff was very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My Fiance and I love this location! It’s our favorite to stay at when we come in to Harrisburg. It’s warm and inviting and has everything you need right around it. O’Reillys is also our favorite restaurant to eat, It’s super convenient that it’s attached to the hotel so no need to leave the building. The pool/ arcade area is great for kids and any adult.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristal

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, courteous and professional staff in both the hotel and dining room, very nice swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025