The Hotel Hershey Summer Guide for 2026
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR A SWEET STAY IN HERSHEY, Pennsylvania
The Hotel Hershey - opened by chocolatier Milton S. Hershey in 1933 - is a one-of-a-kind destination with 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 in The Sweetest Place On Earth.
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 starting with check-in. 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 12 p.m.
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.
Get Your Resorts Refillable Cup
Enjoy unlimited fountain refills during your stay with the all-new Resort Refillable Cup. This cup grants you endless refills at both Chef’s Market and the outdoor pool complex, and doubles as a souvenir. Available for purchase at either refill location.
ACTIVITIES & RECREATION
Once you're checked in, be sure to take advantage of activities and recreation across the resort. Daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, The Hotel Hershey offers a schedule of family-friendly activities ranging from s'mores roasts and chocolate bingo to Hershey Character appearances and glow putting. Don't miss other scheduled activities, including outdoor movies, water games, arts and crafts 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 18-hole putting course, disc golf, and an outdoor sports complex.
The Hotel Hershey Arcade
Beat your high score and win prizes in the arcade at The Hotel Hershey, located next to 1933 Restaurant & Tavern. Have fun with video games, pinball, skee-ball and more. The arcade is open from 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. daily.
Splash at the pool
Don't forget to pack your swimsuits and sunscreen! Weather permitting, our outdoor pool complex is open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. View hours here. The complex features an infinity edge adult (18+) pool and whirlpool, a family pool with zero-grade entry, two large slides, a kiddie spray deck and a poolside cafe. For ultimate poolside relaxation, 14 cabanas are available for rental, each featuring a 32-inch flat-screen TV, table and chairs, refrigerator, bottled water and snack basket. An indoor pool complex with a whirlpool and splash pad is also open daily.
A reminder, guests of The Villas at The Hotel Hershey receive 30-minute early access to the outdoor pool complex.
The Villas At The Hotel Hershey
The Villas offer guests an elevated luxury accommodation experience with 98 reimagined rooms, refreshed furnishings and unmatched amenities. Amenities include access to an exclusive Concierge Lounge, two complimentary Resorts Refillable Cups, 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 Sweet Start and Preview Plan
- Sweet Start: Resort guests and Season Pass Holders enjoy 1-hour early access to select rides during the daily summer season (available May 21 through Sept. 7, 2026).
- Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 3 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 daily May 21 through Labor Day. View hours here. Included in admission, guests can enjoy The Boardwalk At Hersheypark water park open from May 23 through Sept. 7.
MORE FREE RESORT BENEFITS
Make sure to save some time in your itinerary for a visit to some other area attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of The Hotel Hershey receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including access to 2 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 animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as big cats, snakes, otters and many more. Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when entered via the Hersheypark bridge during Park hours.
- Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden with 11 themed gardens, including more than 5,000 roses in the summer and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented 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.
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.
Dining options at The Hotel Hershey include:
- The Circular: The Hotel Hershey's flagship restaurant
- 1933 Restaurant & Tavern: approachable steakhouse menu with signature cocktails and brunch every Sunday
- 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
Other options around town include the all-new Hershey Social 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. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required.
SCHEDULE A SPA TREATMENT
During your getaway, make time for sweet relaxation at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey. Affectionately known as the Chocolate Spa, the spa celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and is famous for its signature chocolate treatments. Guests can indulge in a decadent collection complete with a Whipped Cocoa Bath, Chocolate Fondue Wrap and even a Cocoa Massage. The Spa also offers seasonal treatments and packages that pay homage to Cuba, where Milton S. Hershey owned sugar mills from 1916 to 1946. To schedule an appointment, visit the Chocolate Spa website or call 844-330-1797.
BRING HOME A SWEET SOUVENIR
After a sweet getaway, you may want to take a piece of Hershey home with you to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. Stop by The Shops At The Hotel Hershey for souvenirs, such as Hershey's chocolate, giftware, apparel and accessories. Shipping is available for in-store purchases.
