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Lancaster Arts Hotel – reviews, photos

3.5 of 5
300 Harrisburg Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17602
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Lancaster Arts Hotel
Ranked #3 of 38 hotels in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 276 Reviews
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  • Continental breakfast(8)
  • Very nice(8)
  • FREE parking(6)
  • Wood floor(4)
  • Comfortable bed(4)
  • Wonderful time(3)
  • Great Place(3)
  • Bottled water(3)
  • Front desk staff(3)
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Pitman, NJ
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Brick and Art and Old Wood and a New Favorite Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012
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We've been twice now, not quite 2 years apart, and this is now our new Favorite Hotel, replacing the faded dowager, Hotel du Pont in Wilmington, DE.

A renovated tobacco warehouse (tobacco - especially cigar wrapper - is still an important Lancaster County crop), the Lancaster Arts Hotel features brick, stone, massive timbers, and interesting art (mostly available for purchase) throughout the building. Rooms are comfortable, nicely appointed with high-end amenities, and well decorated with, yes, more art.

We were in a Loft Suite this last visit, and there's nothing like relaxing in your whirlpool jet spa tub after a tough day eating and drinking.

Speaking of which, make time for at least one dinner at the John J. Jeffries restaurant in the hotel. The chefs and owners source as much as they can from local, organic sources, and they treat those excellent artisanal ingredients with the skill and respect they deserve.

After dinner, move to the intimate and hopping bar for very interesting, creative, and impeccably prepared cocktails. I am hunting the perfect sazerac, and two of the best three I've ever had were at the bar at the Lancaster Arts Hotel (the other was at Commander's Palace in New Orleans).

We've been back, and will continue to go back time and time again.

A great hotel.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Los Angeles, California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Lancaster Arts Hotel - one of my favorites in the country!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012
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The Lancaster Arts Hotel is one of my favorite hotels in the country. You really feel as if you are staying in an artist's loft, yet with all of the typical hotel amenities. If I could, I would never stay at a chain hotel again, and would simply enjoy the Lancaster Arts Hotel as my home away from home.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Sparta, NJ
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Had a great stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012
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My wife and I enjoyed our weekend stay at the hotel. Different from traditional chain hotels, we thought the artwork displayed made it much more interesting. Plus, the loft room we stayed in was very nice. All around - a great experience and the staff were friendly and helpful.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Manchester (UK)
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Something Different! Lovely.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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I stayed here for 4 nights in January, and it was really very nice. It's nice to have somewhere a little different from the major chains (my trip was business), and this place really ticks the boxes.
The rooms are well decorated, and the whole place, room included, follows of course the art theme, with lovely pieces throughout.
The room was spacious, had a comfy bed, soft chair, and good desk with complimentary wifi for working. Large TV, and nice big bathroom. If I could have added one thing, a mini bar would have helped, although there was a small fridge for personal use.
The rest of the hotel follows theme, and the bar/restaurant have a great ambiance.
The hotel does have a small gym in the parking lot (!!), but you can also get access to the YMCA over the road which is much better, and VERY close. Plenty of parking available.
A great hotel, definitely something different.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Silver Spring, Maryland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Love this hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

It is really wonderful, charming, immaculate, interesting. Great substantial breakfast. And the staff couldn't be nicer and more helpful. When in Lancaster, check out Ma(i)son Urban Cookery, a fabulous restaurant within easy walking distance of the Lancaster Arts Hotel. Highly recommend that place too.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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300 Harrisburg Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17602
Price range (per night):* INR7,381 - 11,855

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