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Historic Hotel Bethlehem

Overview

  • Historic Hotel Bethlehem is a luxury historic hotel in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, blending 18th-century charm with modern amenities. Originally tied to the area’s Moravian heritage dating back to 1741, it has evolved through various eras and was fully restored in 1999.
  • The overall atmosphere is elegant and festive, offering a refined experience with historic elegance, holiday decorations (especially Christmas as the ‘Christmas City’), live music during events like Musikfest and Celtic Classic, and a welcoming vibe for leisure, business, and celebrations. Guests enjoy a blend of tradition, luxury, and local cultural immersion.

Features & Amenities

  • Guest Rooms & Suites: Variety of accommodations including Traditional King/Double/Queen (160-200 sq ft), Preferred King/Double (250-270 sq ft), Premier Starview/Main Street King (320 sq ft), Landmark & Main Street Suites (340-360 sq ft), and off-site Suites at 462 (525-750 sq ft) with kitchens, sleeper sofas, and views of Main Street, Star of Bethlehem, or Colonial Quarter.
  • Dining: On-site Tap Room restaurant with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Musical Sunday Brunch; extensive menus featuring starters ($9-$21), salads ($14-$17), sandwiches ($16-$33), entrees ($19-$63), and specials like Musikfest and holiday menus.
  • Event & Meeting Spaces: Grand Ballroom (3,120 sq ft, up to 330 theater-style), Mural Ballroom, Terrace 1741, smaller rooms like Lehigh/Lafayette (496 sq ft); Executive Conference Center; state-of-the-art AV, Wi-Fi, fitness center, business center, shuttle to Lehigh Valley Airport.
  • Accessibility: Extensive features including accessible entrances, rooms, parking, alarms (audible/strobe/visual), grab bars, Braille elevators, service animals welcome.
  • Other Amenities: Complimentary Wi-Fi, fitness center, on-site parking (including van-accessible), historic gallery, shoppe for history books.

Services

  • Accommodations: Booking for standard rooms, suites, accessible options; views of historic sites.
  • Dining & Events: Tap Room service (hours: Breakfast 7-11 AM, Lunch 11 AM-4 PM, Dinner 4-10 PM); special events like New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball, Thursday Night Jazz, Musikfest entertainment (live music at Hotel Bethlehem Platz and Wind Creek Stage), Celtic Classic Festival tie-ins.
  • Meetings & Weddings: Full planning for corporate events, banquets, weddings; capacities from 6 to 330 guests.
  • Local Experiences: Proximity to Musikfest, Christmas events, Celtic Classic; directions from major cities (NYC, Philly, etc.); security checkpoints during festivals.
  • Additional: Guest chat support, email sign-ups for specials, media inquiries.

Pricing

  • Dining (Tap Room examples):
    • Starters: $9 (Chipotle Sweet Potato Fries) to $21 (Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail).
    • Sandwiches/Salads: $14-$33 (e.g., Maine Lobster Roll $33, Hotel B Caesar $16).
    • Entrees: $19 (Mushroom Risotto) to $63 (Grilled Filet Mignon); Clambake $38, Prime NY Strip $59.
  • Rooms/Suites: Not listed; book via phone (855-264-2598) or online.
  • Events: Musikfest tickets vary; special events like NYE Ball not priced here.
  • **No sauna/spa-specific pricing; focus on hotel dining and events.

Location & Hours

  • Address: 437 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018; centrally located in Historic Bethlehem near UNESCO Moravian sites, Main Street, easy access during festivals (security at New/Church St.).
  • Directions: Detailed from Philly (via I-78/22/378), NYC (I-78 to Rt. 412), Harrisburg/Poconos (I-78), Boston (I-90/84/78).
  • Operating Hours (Tap Room): Breakfast 7-11 AM (Sun 7-10 AM), Lunch 11 AM-4 PM, Dinner 4-10 PM, Sunday Brunch 10 AM-2 PM. Hotel 24/7; event-specific (e.g., Musikfest Aug 1-10, Celtic Classic Sep 25-27).

Notes

  • What makes it special: Award-winning historic gem – #1 Best Historic Hotel (USA Today 10Best 2021-2025, 5x winner), Top Historic Hotels of America, Tripadvisor #1 in Bethlehem. Hosted famous guests, featured in NYT, Conde Nast. Rich history (1741 origins), festive holiday traditions, live music integration with local festivals like Musikfest (major artists: Nelly, Black Keys) and Celtic Classic. No dedicated sauna or spa facilities mentioned; emphasis on historic luxury, dining, events, and accessibility. Ideal for history buffs, event-goers, and romantic getaways.

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AMENITIES

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HISTORIC BETHLEHEM

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HOURS

MONDAY12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
TUESDAY12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
WEDNESDAY12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
THURSDAY12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
FRIDAY12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
SATURDAY12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
SUNDAY12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

ADDRESS

437 MAIN ST, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018

PHONE

(855) 264-2598

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