Hershey Lodge
325 University Drive, Hershey, PA, USA, 17033-0446
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About us
When looking for your next team building venue, look no further than the Hershey Lodge - warm, welcoming, and distinctly Hershey. The convention center offers convenience and comfort for every group’s corporate retreat. Relax before and after your meeting around the fieldstone fireplace that forms the centerpiece of the spacious lobby. The amenities set Hershey Lodge apart from any other meeting resort, including on-site dining, a state-of-the-art fitness center, Hershey’s Water Works at Hershey Lodge, and more. With more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space, Hershey Lodge is one of Pennsylvania’s largest and best-equipped conference center resorts.
Venue Details
ChainIndependent / Other
BrandOther Affiliation
Built1967
Renovated2014
Total meeting space100,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms665
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
Northstar
Awards
Industry awards
Hershey Lodge is the proud recipient of the Meetings & Conventions Gold Key Award, Successful Meetings Pinnacle Award, and the Award of Excellence from Corporate & Incentive Travel Magazine.
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Rental car service
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
Recreational activities
- Golf course on grounds
- Health club
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Tennis courts
- Water sports
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Rental car service
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Jun 20 - Aug 31
Shoulder season
Low season
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
100,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
32,004 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
35
Second largest room
15,136 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
4,000
Seating capacity
3,500
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
100,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
32,004 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
35
Second largest room
15,136 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
4,000
Seating capacity
3,500
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
32,004 sq. ft. 252 x 127 sq. ft. | 22 ft. | 4000 | - | 2400 | 4000 | 3500 | 2000 | - | - | |
9,398 sq. ft. 74 x 127 sq. ft. | 22 ft. | 1100 | - | 700 | 1100 | 1000 | 550 | - | - | |
11,303 sq. ft. 89 x 127 sq. ft. | 22 ft. | 1400 | - | 850 | 1400 | 1200 | 700 | - | - | |
11,303 sq. ft. 89 x 127 sq. ft. | 22 ft. | 1400 | - | 850 | 1400 | 1200 | 700 | - | - | |
7,092 sq. ft. 36 x 197 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 700 | - | - | 700 | - | - | - | - | |
15,136 sq. ft. 176 x 86 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 1700 | - | 1180 | 1500 | 1700 | 960 | - | - | |
4,558 sq. ft. 53 x 86 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 500 | 55 | 350 | 500 | 500 | 280 | - | 60 | |
5,934 sq. ft. 69 x 86 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 700 | 55 | 480 | 700 | 700 | 340 | - | 60 | |
4,558 sq. ft. 53 x 86 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 500 | 55 | 350 | 500 | 500 | 280 | - | 60 |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
665
Single (1 bed)
124
Double (2 beds)
541
Suites
18
Tax rate
6%
Occupancy rate
5%
Total guest rooms
665
Single (1 bed)
124
Double (2 beds)
541
Suites
18
Tax rate
6%
Occupancy rate
5%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
11.9 mi
Distance from airport 11.9 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking
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Melt Spa
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At MeltSpa® by Hershey, helping you find time to relax is our priority. We offer convenient evening hours seven days a week so when you’re ready to treat yourself - we’re there! Indulge in exclusive Hershey’s Dark Chocolate treatments, sweet collections inspired by the seasons, and so much more.
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Hershey Golf Collection
Recreation
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There’s more than one way to play golf in Hershey, where the smell of chocolate actually fills the air! Guests of Hershey® Resorts have access to our three distinctive courses. Experience the legendary Maurice McCarthy-designed West course, built in 1930, and the George Faziodesigned par-71 East course built in 1969 at Hershey® Country Club. Or visit Spring Creek Golf Course, a Maurice McCarthy-designed 9-hole public course perfect for junior players and families.
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Hershey Gardens
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Milton S. Hershey’s vision of rural splendor first opened in 1937, and continues to offer year-round beauty with spectacular colors in the fall and snowy landscapes in the winter. Overlooking the beautiful town of Hershey, enjoy 23 acres of dazzling summertime flowers, theme gardens, and our newest attraction, the indoor Butterfly Atrium, which also serves as an after hours unique event space with private access to the atrium available.
170 Hotel Rd
Hershey, PA 17033
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Hersheypark
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Hersheypark is a world-class amusement park offering over 65 rides and attractions, including 11 thrilling roller coasters, live entertainment, and a full waterpark experience with The Boardwalk At Hersheypark.
100 West Hersheypark Drive
Hershey, PA 17033
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Hershey's Chocolate World
Recreation
5 mins
Whether you’re visiting all week or just for the day, make Hershey’s Chocolate World your very first stop! Ever dreamed of making your own chocolate bar? Step inside Hershey's Create Your Own Candy Bar, our newest attraction, where families and guests of all ages can operate high-tech chocolate making equipment while creating their very own on-of-a-kind Hershey's milk chocolate bar. Enjoy interactive chocolate FUN for everyone and a shopper’s paradise for everything Hershey’s. Learn how we make chocolate on our free Hershey®’s Great American Chocolate Tour and receive a free Hershey’s sample.
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Recreation
Enhance team spirit with a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. You'll foster group rapport while strengthening management and leadership skills in a unique and fun environment.
As an exclusive service to our Hershey Resorts clients, Mr. B Entertainment partners with HE&R with team building professionals who create spectacular, cutting-edge events. These exceptional team building activities will unite, inspire, and educate your attendees - all while giving you the time of your life.
Popular team building events include the following:
Chocolate Challenge
Photo Scavenger Hunt
Fruit & Vegetable 500
Domestic Demolition
Paintball Challenge
Odyssey Ropes Course
Build a Bike for Charity
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The Hershey Story: The Museum On Chocolate Avenue
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Located in the heart of Chocolate Town, U.S.A., this world-class museum guides visitors on an inspirational and interactive journey through Milton S. Hershey's lifetime and beyond, a tale spanning more than 150 years of trials, triumphs, and philanthropic endeavors. The Hershey Story also doubles as an after hours reception/dinner space for groups of up to 150 attendees with catering provided exclusively by the Hershey Lodge.
63 West Chocolate Ave
Hershey, PA 17033
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Giant Center/Hershey Bears Hocky
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GIANT CenterSM hosts an impressive line-up of star-studded performances, including concerts, comedy shows, professional ice shows, and family events. It also serves as home to the Hershey Bears® Hockey Club and various PIAA high school state championship events.
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Hershey Theater
Theater
10 mins
Located in downtown Hershey, Pennsylvania, the magnificent Hershey Theatre is the area's premier performing arts center, presenting the finest in touring Broadway shows, intimate concerts, classical music and dance attractions, comedy shows, and world-renowned entertainers.
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Facility Restrictions
Pets not allowed. Only Service Pets allowed. No Smoking Venue,
Additional details
Centrally located just three hours from New York City as well as two hours from the Washington D.C/Baltimore area and Philadelphia. The Hershey Lodge is also easily accessible via Amtrak or the Harrisburg International Airport, located just 15 miles away.
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Hershey Lodge
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Hershey, US
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Hershey Lodge Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Hershey Lodge's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Hershey Lodge have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Hershey Lodge and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Hershey Lodge's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety
Were practices at Hershey Lodge developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Hershey Lodge clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
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Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
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