Holiday Inn Lancaster

Overview

• Holiday Inn Lancaster is a full-service urban hotel located in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania, featuring modern guest rooms, an indoor heated pool, fitness center, accessible spa routes, on-site dining, and extensive event spaces. While not primarily a sauna facility, it offers leisure amenities including a pool and spa accessibility, alongside business and family-oriented features in a historic-inspired setting.
• The overall atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, blending historic charm with contemporary comforts, local artwork in rooms, and proximity to Lancaster’s cultural attractions like Amish sites, theaters, and markets. Guests enjoy a relaxing, convenient stay with farm-to-table dining, sophisticated bars, and family-friendly vibes, earning an overall rating of 4.0/5 from 917 reviews.

Features & Amenities

• Guest Rooms & Suites: Spacious standard rooms (320 sq. ft.) with 1 King or 2 Queen beds; suites (475 sq. ft.); all include complimentary Wi-Fi, 42” flat-panel TV, mini-fridge, coffee maker, ergonomic workspace, air conditioning, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, and revitalizing showers. Rooms feature local Lancaster artwork and pampering linens.
• Leisure Facilities: Heated indoor pool (ADA/wheelchair accessible, family-friendly); fitness center with treadmills and rowing machines; 24-hour business center; accessible spa routes from public entrance.
• Dining & Market: The Imperial Restaurant (farm-to-table American/international cuisine, breakfast/brunch/dinner); The Imperial Bar (craft cocktails, chef-inspired menu, live music vibes); 24-hour Market for snacks/beverages; Breakfast Suite (daily classics, weekend buffet).
• Event & Meeting Spaces: 13 accessible meeting rooms/ballrooms, including Imperial Grande Ballroom for weddings, boardrooms (Aldine, Colonial, Franklin), Imperial Terrace for outdoor events, and private dining rooms (Imperial Blue, Queen, Chestnut).
• Accessibility Highlights: Wheelchair-accessible rooms, parking, entrances, pool, spa routes, fitness, restaurant, elevators (ADA-compliant); grab bars, roll-in showers, van-accessible parking, ramps throughout.
• Other Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, limited housekeeping, cribs (fee), smoke detectors, 24-hour front desk support.

Services

• Dining Services: Full-service restaurant open for breakfast (6-10:30 AM), dinner (5-10 PM), weekend brunch; bar hours 4 PM-midnight; reservations via 1-717-3994040; menu download available.
• Hotel Packages: Exclusive deals and offers (e.g., average per-night rates from Dec 2025); group rates, corporate specials, IHG rewards.
• Business Services: Ergonomic workspaces, high-speed internet, print/scan at business center, sophisticated boardrooms for meetings.
• Guest Support: Concierge, wheelchair availability, front desk (1-717-3940900), email (info@hilancaster.com), reservations (1-888-465-4329).
• Local Experiences: Proximity to attractions like Sight & Sound Theater, Dutch Wonderland, Amish Farm, Strasburg Railroad; nearby dining (Belvedere Inn, Lancaster Dispensing Company).
• No shuttle service (airport or local), but Amtrak nearby; parking garage with in/out privileges.

Pricing

• Standard Rooms: From $146 USD per night (excl. taxes/fees; based on Dec 4-5, 2025 averages).
• Suites: From $180 USD per night (excl. taxes/fees).
• Parking: $15 USD per day at adjacent city-owned Duke Street garage (license plate required; controlled access, in/out privileges).
• Other: Special rates (AAA/CAA, government/military, senior, rewards, corporate, group); early check-in may incur fees (e.g., $50 noted in reviews); cribs with fee.

Location & Hours

• Address: 26 East Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17602, United States – Centrally located in downtown Lancaster, walking distance to shops, dining, markets, theaters; near Amish Country attractions (Dutch Wonderland, Sight & Sound ~10-15 min drive).
• Operating Hours:
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM (min. age 21; early may vary).
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM.
  • Restaurant/Bar: Breakfast 6:00-10:30 AM; Dinner 5:00-10:00 PM; Bar 4:00 PM-12:00 AM (Fri/Sat).
  • Market: 24 hours.
  • Breakfast Suite: 6:30-9:30 AM weekdays, 7:00-10:30 AM weekends.
  • Fitness/Pool: Accessible 24/7 (assumed standard hotel hours).

Notes

• What Makes This Special: Prime downtown location for exploring Lancaster’s rich history, Amish culture, and vibrant arts scene; standout farm-to-table dining with local ingredients and custom local artwork; extensive accessibility (e.g., ADA-compliant pool/spa routes, 13 meeting spaces); family perks like indoor pool and nearby kid-friendly spots (Dutch Wonderland). Reviews praise friendly staff, cleanliness, and convenience, though some note parking fees and limited in-room appliances (e.g., no microwaves/safes in rooms).
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