Hershey Lodge Holiday Guide 2024

Hershey Lodge Holiday Guide 2024

Everything You Need To Know For A Sweet Holiday Stay in Hershey, PA

Warm, welcoming, and distinctly Hershey, Hershey Lodgeprovides convenience and comfort for families and guests of all ages, especially during the holiday season! Planning a stay? We can't wait to welcome you to enjoy the sweet hospitality and iconic chocolate details around every corner.

Here's a guide to everything you need to know to help you prepare for a sweet visit.

Your Arrival

From the moment you arrive at Hershey Lodge, you'll experience the kind of hospitality you can only find in The Sweetest Place On Earthstarting with check-in.Here are a few things to know for your arrival.

The Sweetest Check-In
Did you know that each stay at Hershey Lodge 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 11 a.m.

Kids' Check-In
On select weekend dates, children can also experience their very own check-in at our Kids' Check-In desk in the lobby. There, they are welcome to sign the kids' guest book, participate in a Hershey's candy guessing gameand receive a chocolate surprise. Please view our activities schedule for availability.

Housekeeping
Given operational demands, daily housekeeping is not currently offered. However, should you needany in-room amenities, fresh towels or trash removal, we'd be happy to assist. Please dial "0" on your guest room phone for assistance.

Amenities
Please view our guest room amenities and services here.

ACTIVITIES & RECREATION

During the holiday season, Hershey Lodge offers family-friendly activities for guests on weekends ranging from s'mores roasts to chocolate bingo to Hershey Character appearances, crafts and more. Schedules are posted online forplanning purposes, or you can pick up a schedule at check-in.

MAKE A SPLASH AT HERSHEY'S WATER WORKS

Don't forget to pack your swimsuit! Families won't want to miss Hershey's Water Works, an exclusive and complimentary amenity for our overnight guests. Rain, snow or shine, guests can enjoy some sweet indoor fun at our year-round indoor pool complex, featuring interactive water features, such as Twizzlers Twists water slides, Reese's Water Walk, zero-entry pool, sand castle spray zone, lighthouse tipping bucket, basketball hoops and more. The complex also features an indoor arcade and fitness center as well as Cocoa Cabana snack bar.

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  Keep warm and enjoy the snow-covered views from inside Hershey's Water Works! This heated indoor pool complex is an exclusive amenity for overnight guests of Hershey Lodge and features Reese's Water Walk, Twizzlers Twists water slides, sand castle spray zone, whirlpool and more for year-round fun. Join us for a cozy stay this winter and save big with our Kids Stay, Play, Splash & Eat Free package and Book One Night, Get One 50% Off offer, now available MLK weekend!
• Cocoa Cabana at Hershey's Water Works
• Arcade at Hershey's Water Works
• Hershey Lodge Fitness Center

EXCLUSIVE HERSHEYPARK BENEFITS DURING CHRISTMAS CANDYLANE

Hersheypark Christmas Candylaneis the only place in the Northeast where guests can get an up-close look at all nine of Santa's reindeer, including Rudolph. The seasonal event also features more than 5 million twinkling lights (the most in Pennsylvania), including a dazzling NOEL light show with dancing lights synchronized to Christmas music; a unique blend of thrilling coasters and family-friendly rides, weather permitting; photos with Santa; holiday shopping; signature hot chocolate and other sweet treats; and more.

If you're planning a visit to Hersheyparkduring 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 Hershey Lodge receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:

• Extra hours at Hersheypark with Preview Plan
  • Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 2.5 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

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Hershey Sweet Lights

From the comfort of their cars, guests can enjoy two miles of fields and wooded trails decorated with nearly 600 illuminated, animated displays, such as The 12 Days of Christmas, an Enchanted Forest and Hersheypark rides.

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 Hershey Lodge receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including access to 2 award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club, preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, and complimentary admission toHersheyGardensand The Hershey Story's Museum Experience.

• ZooAmerica is open daily (with the exception ofThanksgiving and Christmas Day) 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 onlywhen entered via the Hersheypark bridge during Park hours.
• Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden that offers 11 themed gardens and a Children's Garden with chocolate-scented, named and colored flora. During your visit, be sure to check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, which includes a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. Plus, from Nov. 22 through Jan. 1 (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), don't miss the annual Christmas Tree Showcase featuring trees uniquely decorated by local florists.
• 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.

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  River otters can be found in rivers throughout Pennsylvania. The presence of this water weasel indicates that the water is clean. At ZooAmerica, Link and Iris, both 14 years old, can often be found swimming in their pool or snuggled up together on land while they sleep.
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• Butterfly Atrium at the Hershey Gardens
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• The Hershey Story Chocolate Lab

DINING

Hershey Lodgeoffers a variety of delicious dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner this season. Visit HersheyLodge.com/Dining for hours, reservations and more info. Options include:

• STACKS: An all-day breakfast and lunch restaurant serving dishes stacked high with flavor, ranging from stacks of Buttermilk Pancakes and Belgian Waffles to Double Decker BLTs.
• Fire & Grain: An innovative menu of re-mastered comfort foods and flavorful cocktails for breakfast, dinner and happy hour.
• The Bears' Den: A sports-themed restaurant with a hockey-rink atmosphere modeled after our hometown team, the Hershey Bears.
• Revelry: Classic and contemporary chophouse fare with premium cuts and the largest wine & spirits list in the house.
• Cocoa Beanery: An all-day coffee shop, serving up eats, ice cream, drinks and on-the-go treats.
• Cocoa Cabana: A poolside café offering a selection of starters, salads, sandwiches and ice cream located inside Hershey's Water Works.

Other options around town include Houlihan's Restaurant + Barand Devon Seafood + Steakin downtown Hershey and The Chocolatier- a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetownat Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate and is now accepting reservations. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required.

For more information about dining offerings in Hershey, visit DiningInHershey.com.

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• Fried Lancaster County Half Chicken

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• Cocoa Beanery at Hershey Lodge

SCHEDULE A SPA TREATMENT

During your getaway, make time for some sweet relaxation at MeltSpaby Hershey, our day spa in downtown Hershey. Nothing will get your skin ready for the holiday season quite like theCranberry Spice Collectionavailablestarting Dec. 1. The Pumpkin Spice Collection, featuring a Pumpkin Spice Massage, Immersion, Manicure, Pedicure and more, remains available through Nov. 30. Or, enjoy signature Hershey's chocolate treatments and exclusive dark chocolate treatments year-round. Book your treatment today.

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Guests can also book a unique adventure experience during their holiday getaway, such as rock climbing, winter hiking, sporting clays and more, with Adventure Explorations.Cost varies for each activity and includes all gear, expert guides, snacks, water and safety equipment. Reservations can be made online at AdventureExplorations.com, by calling or texting 888-238-3975 or by visiting the Outfitters Building in Harvest Plaza atThe Hotel Hershey.

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. So, don't forget to stop inside Sweet Memoriesgift shop for souvenirs and holiday gifts, such as Hershey's chocolate, apparel, accessories, seasonal items and more. Gift bags, baskets and shipping are available for in-store purchase.

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• Sweet Memories Gift Shop
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SHARE YOUR PHOTOS

While you're here, share your sweet holiday photos with us on social and tag us on Facebook, Instagramand @HersheyPA on X.