The Hotel Hershey Spring Guide 2025
Everything You Need To Know For A Sweet Stay in Hershey, PA
The Hotel Hershey—opened by chocolatier Milton S. Hershey in 1933—is a one-of-a-kind resort destination with a rich history. Situated high atop the town of Hershey, this luxury hotel is known for its refined elegance, signature service and abundant amenities.
Planning a stay at this beautiful resort? We can't wait to welcome you! Here's a guide to everything you need to know to help you prepare for a sweet visit this spring.
YOUR ARRIVAL
From the moment you arrive at The Hotel Hershey, you'll experience the kind of hospitality you can only find in The Sweetest Place On Earth. Here are a few things to know for your arrival.
The Sweetest Check-In
Did you know that each stay at The Hotel Hershey begins with chocolate at check-in? You'll receive a full-size Hershey's bar to start your getaway in the sweetest way. Check-in is after 4 p.m., and check-out is before noon.
Amenities
Please view our guest room amenities and services.
Download the HersheyResorts App
We recommend downloading the HersheyResorts app for real-time navigation throughout the Hotel, details on restaurants, resort amenities and more on the go. The HersheyResorts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices.
ACTIVITIES & RECREATION
Once checked in, take advantage of the activities and recreation available across the resort. On spring weekends, The Hotel Hershey offers family-friendly activities for guests ranging from s'mores roasts and chocolate bingo to Hershey Character appearances, glow putting, scavenger hunts and more. Schedules are posted online in advance for your planning purposes, or you can pick up a schedule at check-in.
Guests can also enjoy recreation on property, including hiking trails, daily fitness classes, an indoor pool complex, an arcade, an 18-hole putting course, disc golf and an outdoor sports complex.
The Villas - New This Spring
Marking its first spring season, The Villas offer guests an elevated luxury accommodation experience with 48 reimagined rooms, refreshed furnishings and unmatched amenities. Amenities include access to an all-new exclusive Concierge Lounge, daily Hersheypark tickets and a One-Day Fast Track per person. The Concierge Lounge can be accessed with a Villa room key from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily and includes:
- Continental breakfast
- Snacks and fountain drinks
- Evening hors d’oeuvres with beer and wine plus desserts
- Exclusive Hershey Character appearances and s’mores roasts
View a full schedule for the Villas Concierge Lounge.
EXCLUSIVE HERSHEYPARK BENEFITS
If you're planning a visit to Hersheypark during your stay, be sure to take advantage of all of the perks that come with being a guest of one of The Official Resorts of Hersheypark! All guests of The Hotel Hershey receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:
- Extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan
- Resort guests enjoy up to three extra evening hours the night before their full-day visit. Simply present your ticket at the main entrance and enjoy a fun-filled evening.
- FREE front gate shuttle service to the exclusive resort drop-off location at Hersheypark
- Best price on Hersheypark tickets
Hersheypark is open for seven fun-filled weekends of rides, coasters, Hershey characters, delicious eats, sweet treats and so much more from April 5 through May 18! View hours here.
MORE FREE RESORT BENEFITS
Be sure to set aside some time in your itinerary to explore other attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of The Hotel Hershey receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including access to two award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club, preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, and complimentary admission to Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience.
- ZooAmerica is open daily for guests to visit over 200 animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as bears, wolves, alligators, big cats, snakes, otters and many more. Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when accessing the Zoo from the bridge inside Hersheypark during Park hours.
- Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden that offers 11 themed gardens, including thousands of spring tulips and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora. During your visit, check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S.
- The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, invites guests to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder Milton S. Hershey, the town he created and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating.
For more things to do in Hershey, visit HersheyPA.com.
DINING
Guests of The Hotel Hershey can find a variety of restaurants on property ranging from grab-and-go to fine dining. Reservations are accepted at select locations. Visit TheHotelHershey.com/Dining for hours and more info. Options include:
- The Circular, flagship restaurant
- Trevi 5, a modern Italian grill
- Iberian Lounge, serving lite fare and signature chocolate cocktails
- Chef's Market, an all-day café serving coffee, chef-prepared food and decadent chocolate treats on the go
- 1933 Restaurant & Tavern, new this spring - serving an approachable steakhouse menu and elevated pub fare.
Other options around town include Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar and Devon Seafood + Steak in downtown Hershey and The Chocolatier – a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetown at Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate. The restaurant accepts reservations, and a Hersheypark ticket is not required.
For more information about dining offerings in Hershey, visit DiningInHershey.com.
SCHEDULE A SPA TREATMENT
During your getaway, make time for some sweet relaxation at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey. Affectionately known as the Chocolate Spa, the spa is famous for its signature chocolate treatments. Guests can indulge in a decadent collection complete with treatments like a Whipped Cocoa Bath, Chocolate Fondue Wrap and Cocoa Massage. The Spa also offers traditional spa treatments, seasonal spring-inspired treatments and services that pay homage to Cuba, where Milton S. Hershey owned sugar mills from 1916 to 1946. Call 844-330-1797 to book your appointment.
BRING HOME A SWEET SOUVENIR
After a sweet getaway, take a piece of Hershey home to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. Stop inside The Shops At The Hotel Hershey for souvenirs, such as Hershey's chocolate, giftware, apparel, accessories and more. Gift bags, baskets and shipping are available for in-store purchases.
