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Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle

Explore the area

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800 E Park Drive, Harrisburg, PA, 17111
  • Place, Allyson Miller CRNP
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Kohl Memorial Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(114 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Dining Table)

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

King Room - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 2

Room With 2 Queen Beds, Microwave And Refrigerator, Work Desk, Wi-Fi-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Pool View

  • Sleeps 4

King Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Poolside, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Work Desk, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 6

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About the area

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 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Hersheypark and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Hershey's Chocolate World.

What's nearby

  • Allyson Miller CRNP - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kohl Memorial Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pennsylvania State Capitol - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Hersheypark - 16 min drive - 20.1 km

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
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center

Pet-friendly hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Harrisburg
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.

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 transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry 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 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (16,469 square foot 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
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (71 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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

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

Reviews

Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 808 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and staff very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harmony

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Airport shuttle, onsite parking was easy, restaurant & bar open until late.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario F

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quick easy check in, food next door was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bethany

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

10/10 Excellent

ekaterina, Abington

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is 25 minutes away from Hershey park. The room is very clean, with comfy bed and bright bathroom mirror that really stood out. The onsite restaurant is great, food is delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guerline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, friendly staff, lots of parking and easy to navigate the area. One of the best Best Westerns I've stayed at!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

rachael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this hotel several times and keep coming back due to the availability of balcony rooms and the cleanliness of the rooms. We plan to stay again next year.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price a little high
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Inna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 3 nights as a family of 4 - a lovely hotel. We upgraded to have a room with pool view and were lucky to get first floor room and access to pool right from our room. Our 6 year old went from pajamas to bathing suit. Great helpful staff :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ENRIQUE

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and location all excellent for families!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soyoung, New Paltz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for the family. Indoor pool was great and not too far from Hershey Park!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025