What is Downtown Harrisburg like?

Downtown Harrisburg is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Be sure to check out Pennsylvania State Capitol and Riverfront Park as part of your Downtown Harrisburg travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Harrisburg?

Based on our traveler data, Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Harrisburg. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Hilton Harrisburg .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Harrisburg?

Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Harrisburg to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Harrisburg area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Harrisburg, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown Harrisburg.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Harrisburg?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Harrisburg, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do in this Harrisburg neighborhood?

While you're in Downtown Harrisburg, you can catch a show at Forum Auditorium, Popcorn Hat Players Children’s Theatre, and Open Stage of Harrisburg. Pennsylvania State Capitol and Riverfront Park are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Harrisburg include State Library of Pennsylvania, Strawberry Square, and Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts. When you're sightseeing in Harrisburg, Appalachian Brewing Company and John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Harrisburg and the greater Harrisburg area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Harrisburg Transportation Center.

Top Downtown Harrisburg Hotels

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The exterior of Crowne Plaza Hotel with a prominent entrance, American flags, and potted plants.

1. Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

Downtown Harrisburg

Vanessa

₩164,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a fireplace.

2. Hilton Harrisburg

Downtown Harrisburg

Alex

₩207,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A stone fireplace with a glass front, set in a wooden wall.

3. BurgBnB Downtown

Downtown Harrisburg

Jared

₩155,331 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A spacious lobby with a large window, a bench, two chairs, a small table, and a hanging light fixture.

4. Hotel Hanna

0.8 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Chesleigh

₩74,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

5. Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

5.7 km from Downtown Harrisburg

David

₩193,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a wooden wall with a crescent moon design.

6. Comfort Suites Camp Hill-Harrisburg West

3.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Raymond

₩163,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious living area with a grand staircase, modern furniture, and a large plant.

7. Penn Harris Hotel Harrisburg, Trademark by Wyndham

3.2 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Brittney

₩155,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern living room with grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a stone-patterned wall.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

5.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

EUNKYU

₩100,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern dining area with round tables and blue chairs, a green booth seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites Harrisburg Hershey

5.2 km from Downtown Harrisburg

leslie

₩153,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a pool.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Harrisburg North

5.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Samei

₩182,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A stone fireplace with a decorative flower above it, a sign that says "Housesweet home," and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall to the right.

11. Staybridge Suites Harrisburg by IHG

3.1 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Tammy Elizabeth

₩177,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Camp Hill

6.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Carol

₩186,926 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern lounge area with a round table, two patterned chairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a decorative wall piece.

13. Hampton Inn Harrisburg-East (Hershey Area)

5.8 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Melinda

₩170,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio area with a pergola, seating, and a grill station.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Harrisburg East-Hershey Area

5.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Paul

₩207,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A buffet setup with various food stations, including a refrigerator, hot food display, and beverage dispensers.

15. Best Western Harrisburg North Hotel

5.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Fiona shelly

₩119,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Harrisburg East

5.3 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Andrew

₩182,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A building with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlisle

25.4 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Adam

₩147,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, patterned chairs, tables, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

18. Baymont by Wyndham Harrisburg

10.1 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Nico

₩91,446 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a stone accent wall, a fireplace with a green-lit fire, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Harrisburg West/Mechanicsburg

13.8 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Fiona

₩182,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

20. Best Western Plus New Cumberland Inn & Suites

5.6 km from Downtown Harrisburg

Bobbie Jo

₩132,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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Where to stay in Downtown Harrisburg

Find the best Downtown Harrisburg areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Harrisburg

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Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market.

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A historical exhibit titled 'Rebirth of Freedom Fifty Years in Four' with various documents and photographs.

Allison Hill

If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

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South Harrisburg

When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Uptown

Though Uptown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Pennsylvania State Capitol.

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East Harrisburg

While there might not be top attractions in East Harrisburg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Civil War Museum and Riverfront Park.

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