The Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey is the straightforward budget choice in a town where the best-known hotels are priced for special occasions. Wyndham-brand properties of this type usually offer clean, simple rooms, free or low-cost parking and a no-frills approach that keeps the nightly price down, and the appeal here is the same: a place to sleep close to the attractions without paying for features you may not use. For a family planning two or three busy park days, the savings on lodging can pay for extra tickets, a dinner out or a visit to Chocolate World, and for road-trippers passing through central Pennsylvania the Hershey address is a handy overnight stop. Expect an older, practical style rather than a resort atmosphere. Room types, bedding and facilities vary, and renovations change what is on offer, so check when you book what is included for your dates. Rates move with the park calendar, so a weekday stay outside the summer peak can look very different from a July weekend.
A budget hotel works best when you match it to the way you travel. If you plan to be out from the park opening until the evening fireworks, a simple room is all you need, and the money you save is better spent on the experiences that make the trip memorable.
If you want a pool, a lounge or a restaurant on site, you may be happier at a larger resort, so read what is offered for your dates before deciding. Ask whether the rate includes breakfast, and whether there is any charge for parking, since small fees can narrow the gap with a mid-range hotel.
Location matters in a town like this. Hershey is spread out along its main roads, and the park, Chocolate World, Hershey Gardens and the Hershey Story Museum are best reached by car. From a base in Hershey, each is a short drive, and Harrisburg is under half an hour away if you want a wider choice of dining or an evening change of scene. Lancaster County and Gettysburg are comfortable day trips for a longer stay, and a budget hotel makes it easier to afford the extra night.
Practical advice for a value stay
Book early for summer weekends and holiday periods, when lower-priced rooms disappear first, and compare the flexible and nonrefundable options. Check the cancellation terms carefully, because plans change when the weather turns. Request a room away from the road or the entrance if you want quiet, and ask about early check-in or luggage storage if you arrive before the afternoon. Many families like to arrive the evening before a park day so the first morning is relaxed.
If you are choosing between several budget options, compare recent guest comments on cleanliness and noise as well as price, and check when you book what amenities apply to your dates. For a more upscale experience, the Hotel Hershey on the hill and the larger resorts offer a different atmosphere. For a no-nonsense night close to the rides, the Days Inn by Wyndham is a sensible, affordable starting point.
Why stay here
- ✓Budget-friendly rates
- ✓Wyndham-brand chain
- ✓Hershey address
- ✓Short drive to Hersheypark
- ✓Simple rooms (check types when you book)
- ✓Parking (check when you book)
- ✓Breakfast arrangements (check when you book)
- ✓Easy road access to Harrisburg
Good questions
Is it a good budget option?+
It is one of the lower-priced chain choices with a Hershey address, though rates rise sharply on peak park weekends, so compare dates when you book.
Is breakfast included?+
Check when you book. Breakfast arrangements depend on the rate and the season.
Do I need a car?+
Plan on one. Hershey is a driving town, and a car makes the park, the gardens and day trips much easier.
