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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Lancaster hotels

1. Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Lancaster
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location, very nice rooms and helpful staff. Definitely recommend staying here."
United States
Gary
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

2. Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
3.5 star property
Historic Downtown Lancaster
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The property is very nice and clean, front desk was also very helpful and pleasant."
United States
Jenna
The price is £141
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

3. Cork Factory Hotel Lancaster

Cork Factory Hotel Lancaster
3.0 star property
East Side, 0.8 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,016 reviews)
"Great place, big rooms, nice staff and nice restaurant."
United States
Carlos
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Cork Factory Hotel Lancaster

4. Lancaster Arts Hotel

Lancaster Arts Hotel
3.5 star property
Stadium District, 0.7 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great, walkable location, clean room with great space."
United States
Louise
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Lancaster Arts Hotel

5. Spark by Hilton Lancaster

Spark by Hilton Lancaster
2.5 star property
Fruitville, 3.2 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (738 reviews)
"great place to stay!!!"
United States
Yaakov
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Spark by Hilton Lancaster

6. Hampton Inn Lancaster

Hampton Inn Lancaster
2.5 star property
2.9 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good breakfast,clean room and wonderful staff"
United States
Michael
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hampton Inn Lancaster

7. Eden Resort and Suites, BW Premier Collection

Eden Resort and Suites, BW Premier Collection
3.5 star property
Roseville, 2.1 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,171 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jeremy
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Eden Resort and Suites, BW Premier Collection

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lancaster

Home2 Suites by Hilton Lancaster
3.0 star property
1.9 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (743 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and close to everything"
United States
Leonel
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Lancaster

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Lancaster

Residence Inn by Marriott Lancaster
3.0 star property
2.4 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (596 reviews)
"very nice place to stay"
United States
Robert
The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Lancaster

10. Lancaster Suites

Lancaster Suites
2.5 star property
Dutch Countryside, 3.5 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,303 reviews)
"Very nice room for my grandmas visit"
United States
mavis
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Lancaster Suites

11. avid hotel Lancaster by IHG

avid hotel Lancaster by IHG
2.5 star property
Dutch Countryside, 4.1 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Many Hotels falsely advertise their property, this property was very clean, very well managed, the staff all were polite, professional, and extremely helpful. Free breakfast was very good food, and a very comfortable atmosphere, our first time staying with Avid, glad we tried it, will most definitely stay at their locations."
United States
Scott
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
avid hotel Lancaster by IHG

12. Courtyard by Marriott Lancaster

Courtyard by Marriott Lancaster
3.0 star property
3.1 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (911 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Lancaster

13. Americas Best Value Inn Lancaster

Americas Best Value Inn Lancaster
2.0 star property
1.8 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
6.8 out of 10, (625 reviews)
"Location to Long’s Park is great as well as the bar/resturant"
United States
Timothy
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Americas Best Value Inn Lancaster

14. Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster

Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster
3.0 star property
Fruitville, 3.2 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms at Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster are very spacious. However it could have used some dusting. Location was very convenient for Sight and Sound theatre. Very quiet location and very close to restaurants and stores. Will definitely stay there again."
United States
Kimberley
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster

15. Country Inn Lancaster, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Country Inn Lancaster, SureStay Collection by Best Western
3.0 star property
Dutch Countryside, 4 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,739 reviews)
"rooms were clean, staff was helpful......rooms were perfect. Would stay there again and recommend this hotel."
United States
Marilyn
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Country Inn Lancaster, SureStay Collection by Best Western

16. Country Living Inn

Country Living Inn
3.0 star property
Dutch Countryside, 5.1 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,031 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff and conveniently located to everything. Wonderful stay !"
United States
Marci
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Country Living Inn

17. DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Lancaster

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Lancaster
4.0 star property
3.4 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice resort"
United States
Frank
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Lancaster

18. Spark by Hilton Lancaster Dutch Country

Spark by Hilton Lancaster Dutch Country
3.0 star property
Dutch Countryside, 3.9 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (395 reviews)
"Very clean and nice hotel"
United States
Yekaterina
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Spark by Hilton Lancaster Dutch Country

19. Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Lancaster

Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Lancaster
3.0 star property
Fruitville, 3.6 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Steven
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Lancaster

20. Tru by Hilton Lancaster East

Tru by Hilton Lancaster East
2.5 star property
Dutch Countryside, 5.1 mi from Historic Downtown Lancaster
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,111 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a great location. Clean with a friendly staff."
United States
Burton
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Tru by Hilton Lancaster East
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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A rooftop bar with a fire feature, seating, and a view of a cityscape.
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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A hotel exterior with a terrace dining area, outdoor seating, and a sign for "The Imperial Terrace".
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,008 reviews
View
A spacious hall with brick walls, multiple tables set for dining, and elegant chandeliers.
Cork Factory Hotel Lancaster
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,016 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a staircase, red leather chairs, and a brick wall.
Lancaster Arts Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, sun loungers, and a children's play area.
Eden Resort and Suites, BW Premier Collection
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,171 reviews
View

Where to stay in Historic Downtown Lancaster

Find the best Historic Downtown Lancaster areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Dutch Countryside

If you're spending some time in Dutch Countryside, Dutch Wonderland and Tanger Outlets Lancaster are top sights worth seeing.

Eden

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Eden and surrounding area, you can visit Landis Valley Museum and Hands-on House.

West Lancaster

While visiting West Lancaster, you might make a stop by sights like James Buchanan's Wheatland and Leisure Bowling & Golfing Center.

Ross

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ross and surrounding area, you can visit Penn Medicine Park and Central Market.

Musser Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Musser Park and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.

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Frequently asked questions

What other neighbourhoods are similar to Historic Downtown Lancaster?
Other neighbourhoods similar to Historic Downtown Lancaster are often found in other historic, walkable cities, particularly those with a focus on arts, culture, and local businesses.

For couples looking for a romantic getaway with a similar blend of history and contemporary appeal, Annapolis, Maryland, offers a comparable experience. Its historic district, particularly around Main Street and State Circle, is very walkable with 18th-century architecture, independent shops, and excellent dining options. The city's maritime heritage is evident everywhere, with waterfront views and boat trips available from the city dock.

Families who appreciate the educational and entertaining aspects of Lancaster's downtown might enjoy staying in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. King Street is the main thoroughfare, lined with historic buildings housing boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants. It's a very pedestrian-friendly area with easy access to the Potomac River waterfront and parks. The area provides a relaxed, historic setting with plenty of activities for all ages, including trolley tours and boat cruises.
What are the best hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster that travellers recommend?
Two of the best hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are the Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG and the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.

The 3.5-star Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG, with an 8.4 rating, is praised by guests for its nice and comfortable rooms, and exceptional and helpful staff. Its convenient location places it just 0.4 km from Central Market and Fulton Theatre, and 0.3 km from Hole in The Wall Puppet Theater. The hotel also offers an indoor pool and covered parking.

Another highly recommended option is the 3.5-star Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square, which has an 8.8 rating. Guests frequently compliment its clean and great rooms, and its nice location, being only 0.1 km from Central Market and the Heritage Centre Museum of Lancaster County. This hotel features an indoor pool and a full-service spa with various treatments available.
What are the best family hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster?
For excellent family-friendly hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster, consider the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square or the Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG.

The 3.5-star Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square, with an 8.8 rating, is a great option for families. It offers connecting rooms, free rollaway extra beds, and sofa beds to accommodate larger groups. Guests can also enjoy the indoor pool, and cribs are available for free. Its location is highly convenient, being just 0.1 km from Central Market and the Heritage Centre Museum of Lancaster County, and 0.2 km from the Fulton Theatre.

Another highly-rated choice is the 3.5-star Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG, which has an 8.4 rating. This hotel provides free cribs and an indoor pool, along with complimentary toiletries and free WiFi. It is conveniently located 0.4 km from Central Market and the Fulton Theatre, and 0.3 km from the Hole in The Wall Puppet Theater. Guests frequently praise the comfortable rooms and the exceptional, helpful staff.
What are the best spa hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster?
For an excellent spa hotel in Historic Downtown Lancaster, the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square is a superb choice.

This 3.5-star hotel, rated 8.8, offers a full-service spa where guests can indulge in a variety of treatments including massages, body scrubs, body wraps, and facial treatments. The spa also features a sauna and provides aromatherapy and hydrotherapy options for a truly relaxing experience. Guests appreciate the clean, great rooms and the hotel's nice, great location.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster?
For a top pet-friendly hotel in Historic Downtown Lancaster, the Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG is a superb choice.

This 3.5-star hotel, with a very good rating of 8.4, is highly recommended for travellers with pets, as it specifically permits dogs. Guests consistently describe the rooms as nice and comfortable, and the staff as exceptional and helpful. Its convenient location places it just 0.4 km from Central Market, Fulton Theatre, and the Heritage Centre Museum of Lancaster County, and only 0.3 km from the Hole in The Wall Puppet Theater. Additionally, the hotel offers free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, and an indoor pool, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your pet.
What are the best hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster near Central Market?
For hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster conveniently located near Central Market, consider the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square or the Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG.

The 3.5-star Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square, with an 8.8 rating, is exceptionally close to Central Market, just 0.1 km away. This hotel is family-friendly and offers connecting rooms, free rollaway extra beds, and free cribs, making it ideal for those travelling with children. Guests also appreciate the indoor pool. Its location also places it very near the Fulton Theatre and the Heritage Centre Museum of Lancaster County.

Another great choice is the 3.5-star Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG, rated 8.4. It is also very close to Central Market, only 0.4 km away. This hotel provides free WiFi, free toiletries, and an indoor pool. Guests frequently praise the comfortable rooms and the exceptional, helpful staff, particularly at the front desk.
When is the best time to go to Historic Downtown Lancaster?
The best time to go to Historic Downtown Lancaster is during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October) when the weather is pleasant and the city is particularly inviting.

During these months, you'll find comfortable temperatures superb for exploring the city's streets and attractions without the intense heat of summer or the chill of winter. Spring brings blooming flowers and a fresh feel, while autumn offers beautiful foliage and a cosy atmosphere.

For couples looking for a relaxed getaway, these times are ideal. You can enjoy strolls through the historic streets, dine al fresco, and visit the Central Market without large crowds. The cultural events and art galleries are also more enjoyable when the weather isn't extreme.

Families travelling with children might also find these seasons more manageable. The mild weather makes walking between sights like the Lancaster Science Factory or the charming shops more enjoyable for everyone.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster.
How much is the nightly rate at a Historic Downtown Lancaster hotel?
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