Holiday Inn Express Harrisburg I-81 - Hershey By IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
7.4 (308 reviews)
7744 Linglestown Road , Harrisburg , US
+1 717-540-8400

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful staff (multiple mentions of 'Nick')
Convenient location for highway and Hershey Park
Breakfast often described as good/hot
Some guests found rooms comfortable and property well maintained
AC/heating worked well
Cons:
Serious cleanliness problems reported (bed bugs, stains, damp smell, blood on pillow)
Maintenance issues in rooms and bathrooms (loose fixtures, patched ceilings, dated areas)
Pool reported small/dirty by some guests
Towel shortages and inconsistent housekeeping/garbage pickup
Limited parking

Categories

Cleanliness
4.8
Mixed but leaning negative: multiple reports of bed-bug bites, stains on sheets, damp/musty rooms, dirty towels, hair on floors and poorly cleaned bathrooms outweigh several comments that rooms felt clean.
Service
9.2
Strong positive sentiment: numerous mentions of friendly, professional and helpful staff (several guests named 'Nick' positively), staff pride and attentive check-in/out service.
Location
8.6
Positive: frequently cited as convenient to the highway and ideal for Hershey Park; location praised across multiple reviews.
Room Quality
6.5
Mixed: some guests found rooms comfortable and fresh, but others reported serious issues (dampness, stained bedding, blood on pillow, loose shower fixtures, dated/patchy ceilings) indicating inconsistent room condition.
Amenities
7
Mixed: complimentary breakfast often praised but sometimes criticized; pool described as small/dirty by some; shortages of towels, limited parking and overflowing garbage noted.
Value for Money
7.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Food and Beverage
8
Generally positive: multiple mentions of simple/good or great hot breakfast, though at least one guest described the breakfast as horrible and some items (tea/coffee lids) not restocked consistently.
Overall Experience
7.7
Overall mixed: several guests reported a smooth, pleasant stay and would return, but a few serious cleanliness/maintenance incidents (notably a bed-bug report) significantly harmed other stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:08

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in our indoor pool, games room, and comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi and cable TV. Enjoy the convenience of a coffee machine, microwave, and refrigerator in every room.

Convenient Location
Located just minutes away from Hershey Park and Hershey's Chocolate World, our hotel is the perfect choice for your getaway. Explore nearby attractions like Hollywood Casino and Indian Echo Caverns.

Exceptional Services
Start your day with a delicious hot breakfast, stay active at the fitness center, and take advantage of our laundry facilities. Relax on the sun deck and experience top-notch hospitality during your stay at Holiday Inn Express Harrisburg.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BWI

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 308 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.8
Service: 9.2
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 7.7
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Raquel • family_with_children • us
10
2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Devin • couple • us
7
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • family_with_children • us
7
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • us
9
Friendly staff clean facility convenient to Highway
Pros:

Convenience to the interstate and especially Mr. Nick at the front desk

Cons:

Limited parking out front

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
8
Pros:

The breakfast was simple and good. You can tell by the staff asking were we satisfied with everything that they care and take pride in their establishment.

Cons:

I can't think of anything negative.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Kurt • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Foster • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Melvin • solo_traveller • us
9
Decent hotel.
Pros:

The breakfast.

Cons:

Pillow cover.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Nevoro • couple • us
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • us
10
Great
Pros:

Clean and location was great

Cons:

N/a

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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kaylR9609TN • Friends getaway
2
Bed bugs!!
Pros:

Do not stay here. I initially had a pleasant stay, until I woke up covered in bites on my arms and legs. I stayed in Room 308 and had even checked the bed when I arrived, but unfortunately did not find anything.

I later discovered stains on the sheets underneath where I had been sleeping, and I now believe they were from bed bugs. Even worse, a bed bug traveled home with me, leaving me concerned about bringing an infestation into my home.

This is extremely frustrating and concerning. I strongly encourage the hotel to thoroughly inspect and treat Room 308 and take additional precautions to prevent this from happening to another guest.

2026-08-28 • via Tripadvisor
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ogochukwu • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Idalia • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Maquin • couple • us
6
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Camper67166499254 • Family
10
One of the best stays near Hershey Park
Pros:

This Holiday Inn provided a great experience. The room felt fresh and comfortable, and the overall property was well maintained. Everyone at the hotel was professional and courteous. I especially appreciated how smooth everything was during our stay.

2026-08-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Bridgit • extended_group • us
8
Great hassle-free stay. AC/heat in good working order. Will return.
Pros:

Location, hot breakfast, clean comfortable rooms, no issues whatsoever

Cons:

Garbage was full at every external location so it was hard to get rid of stuff we had been accumulating in our car from travel. I would recommend more frequent garbage pickup.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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ChristineReinhold • Family • Minneapolis, Minnesota
2
Room was Unfit to occupy
Pros:

The room smelled disgusting and everything was damp. The carpet, the bedding and every surface. There were chunks of what looked like dried toilet paper around the perimeter of the tile floor. I have pictures.

2026-08-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Passport45203566964 • Family
8
67
Pros:

Swimming good staff good room clean

2026-08-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Darci • extended_group • us
6
It was just okay.
Cons:

Bathroom needed work- caulked, paint,
Very dated. Ceiling patched and not repainted.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Rachal • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

Nothing about it

Cons:

Everything room was soaked never offered another room a leaked everywhere hardly ever cleaned our room pool is tiny breakfast was horrible never j ad towels for our shower only once they refilled them

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee