The Woodlands

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, connected to the convention center

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Enjoy a warm dining experience with brick oven-baked cuisine, comfortable seating, and a bar area.
Relax in our spacious lobby, featuring a cozy fireplace and comfortable seating area.
Relax by the pool surrounded by a unique tile pattern and lush greenery.
Enjoy al fresco dining with a river view from this outdoor dining area featuring a deck with tables and chairs.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bathtub, a comfortable bed, and a desk area.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

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1073 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18702
  • Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Seven Tubs Natural Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Accessible King Room - Courtyard View, Bath Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking with Courtyard View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Streamside Deluxe Double Room - Private Balcony Overlooking Stream

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Pet-Friendly Double Room - Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Tower Standard Room with Two full-size beds with Elevator Access

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Streamside Deluxe King Room - Private Balcony Overlooking Stream

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard King Room - Non-Smoking, Parking Lot View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Pet-Friendly King Room - Near Bar, Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Tower Standard Room with Queen size bed with Elevator Access

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Wilkes-Barre

Convention convenience.You'll find Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza and Wilkes-Barre General Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Seven Tubs Natural Area - 6 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪TGI Friday's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Woodlands

4-star spa hotel near Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, connected to the convention center
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 5 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3500 square feet (325 square meters) and includes a conference center. A casino, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a nightclub are also featured at the business-friendly The Woodlands. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Wilkes-Barre hotel.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3500 sq ft of conference space
  • 325 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Woodlands offers 150 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 slot machines
  • Casino (108 square feet of space)
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • 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.
  • Elevator (52 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 60 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 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Airport shuttle
  • Health club access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 25 and close September 30.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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).

Property is also known as

Woodlands Inn
Woodlands Inn Wilkes-Barre
Woodlands Wilkes-Barre
The Woodlands Hotel
The Woodlands Wilkes-Barre
The Woodlands Hotel Wilkes-Barre
The Woodlands Inn Ascend Hotel Collection
The Woodlands Inn an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

The Woodlands Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 494 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 113 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 1083 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is false advertising. The rooms are disgusting. The internet and tv did not work. The outlets in the room did not work. The pool and gym were closed. There were bugs in the rooms. I am extremely disappointed this is list as a 4 star hotel it was the worst hotel I have ever walked into. I had to leave and book a new hotel, I am still waiting for my refund that I was told I would be getting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshanay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool was dirty and very cloudy, the tv and WiFi was out , and my room was next to very loud children
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Marybeth

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The poor lighting disguised the dirty floor marginally well, as did the half window with the upper half providing a great view of the parking lot. It wasn’t until headlights shone in that I really was able to see the gross gunk on the windows. Requested a quiet room and placed adjacent to nightclub. Drunken bar-closers banged on door at 2:10 am looking for room party, returning at 2:15. Calls to front desk were unanswered. Vending machine was almost empty. Clearly the “do not disturb” sign didn’t work against the bar patrons. Likewise, the “please make up this room” sign was also ineffective as housekeeping did not clean the room or make the bed during my stay. That is, until 8:30 am of my checkout morning when, despite the DND sign, housekeeping began to enter while I was still sleeping without knocking. NOTE: There is no way to lock the door from inside. Housekeeping returned less than an hour later (9:15) inform me I was supposed to check out (which was 11). I told them I would remove the sign when I left and to stop trying to come in. They didn’t like that. This room was horrifically overpriced for a sub ground level. Good notes: The Asian restaurant was delicious. The coffee shop was fantastic also (be sure to request voucher - front desk neglected to provide mine) and the young woman at the desk when I checked out was darling. I don’t blame the lousy service or management on her - she wasn’t there at any other time. Absolutely not returning. Ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean/comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

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

6/10 Okay

Jaclyn

This location was convenient to attend an event at the Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza. Staff was very nice. The only problem we encountered was not having any hot water for showers the next morning
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Cesar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Never used again this place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place with lots of options at the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was completely unprepared for guests. The pool and area near it was closed off to guests. Even the dryer in their laundry room was out of order. The guests were rowdy/noisy which made it hard to sleep. When we got to the room they didn't even have a shower curtain hung and only had 1 towel and wash cloth. I would recommend people avoid this and stay elsewhere!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milagros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The toilet was broke we had to do something with the handle for it to flush they there was make up stains on the sheets and the tv was the size of a phone
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this hotel visited since 2018

Amazing free breakfast is the same as weekends
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lot was one way in one way out. People staying there as well were nice and friendly food was good at the restaurant. And close to other food places that are open after 1am
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Gustavo

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was in a better shape, condition in the past. It looks poor, old, and they have a lot of closed areas (pool, fitness). It is getting worse.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not a great off-season pick for 4.5 hr drive. While we think it would be a great place for a wedding/banquet/large crowd event it lacked in providing for hotel guests. Anyone can walk-in to the hotel at late hours as we evidenced by entering without use of our hotel key. Tight front parking lot. Breakfast was ok and at least they ask for your voucher to show you’re a guest and greet you warmly. Tables are uneven and dumped our liquids upon sitting but they sparingly put out napkins. We were so excited to have a wood-fired pizza option but had been told upon arrival that not serving as staff left in mid-shift. Never saw Shoguns serving either. So we chose not to even try next night. Felt snookered as pics of indoor pool made us choose but nothing updated online to say so an electrical issue to close which we’re sure they knew well before our arrival. We had a sink that doused your whole front & floor trying to just brush your teeth. There is no place to set anything down flat there either. We found 4 millipedes on walls and 1 giant carpenter ant on bed..eww! Bed was thin and something in my pillow poked my finger to draw blood. Housekeeping was directly across from our room when we left at 1pm yet no acknowledgment or smile and so our rooms remained undone. It has so much potential but much to repair or update., leaking water in the middle of a walkway to breakfast but no way aging mom could’ve managed. Woodsy courtyard overlooking the rushing waters best.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Must have been a nice place once upon a time

Hotel is old and tired. When we were there neither pool was open and neither was the exercise room or outdoor bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hibachi was wonderful, the staff was very nice. Unfortunately, the pool was closed (even though we called ahead to check that it was open), it was not handicapped accessible (I use crutches), and it was extremely noisy until 2 or 3 in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

8/10 Good

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
We have been staying at the Woodlands for 15 plus years. This was the first time our room overlooked the back parking lot. We didnt get much sleep due to drink people yelling in the parking lot all hours of the night. Plus loud people rinning up and down the hallway. I understand there is a night club and bar in the hotel but we were exhausted the next day from little sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants were understaffed and not run well. No plates offered for sushi, no menu or food offered at the bar. - everyone was on their phones- or engaged for a saturday night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

8/10 Good

Felix Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025