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We’ve Got the Sweet Spot. The Central Hotel Harrisburg is easily reachable from Harrisburg International Airport and the Harrisburg Transportation Center. We’re also not far from the chocolatey goodness of Hersheypark, Gettysburg, and the Pennsylvanian Dutch communities

Time to Play. Make a splash in the indoor pool or work up a sweat in the fully-equipped fitness room. Looking to hit 18? Sportman’s Golf Course is 10 minutes away and has a lighted driving range, restaurant/lounge, pro-shop, and 250-seat pavilion.

Make It A Night. Everyone’s Irish at T. Brendan O’Reilly’s Irish pub. After a fun-filled night, our great rooms and comfortable beds give you what you need, when you need it. Little extras like High Speed Internet Access and bottled water are always free. Plus, wake up to a discounted full breakfast every morning for our onsite guests—yet another thing to savor during your stay.

Contact US:

Jessica Dickey

717-561-1143

jessica.dickey@thecentralhotelharrisburg.com

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$650

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$650

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$33

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Event Planner

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August
December

Reviews of Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center

Megan
Megan Sent on 02/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Is there a word better than perfection?

I cannot begin to describe the PHENOMENAL service and guidance from Jessica and her team. The entire hotel staff was superb. There was nothing bad I (or any of my guests) could say about this hotel. The food was outstanding, the staff was SO kind and helpful and super fun! Jessica and her team made our wedding reception a night to remember. The room was breathtaking. I envisioned it and it was brought to life. Just writing this review is making me overwhelmingly emotional because of how truly incredible every single person in the hotel is. If you are thinking about booking here for any event, do it! Don’t even second guess it. You will NEVER regret it.
Carissa
Carissa Sent on 11/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Reception Option

My (now) husband and I had such an incredible reception at the Best Western. Megan was amazing in helping us plan all the details in the year and a half before the wedding. She replied to emails quickly (even after hours) and was very flexible with us. We were able to add awesome station options like a mashed potato bar and a nacho station that everyone loved during cocktail hour. We were able to pay a small amount extra to have the BW do all the decorating and they did an amazing job. The room and all the tables looked great. Everyone seemed to enjoy the meal (we did the plated dinner) and the late night snacks. The ballroom is very large and you can pay for the chair covers through the hotel which is very convenient. The basic linens are included and they have preferred vendors with the hotel putting money towards centerpieces and the cake. The BW made planning super easy and I 100% recommend them
Jenna
Jenna Sent on 10/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

100% recommend!!!!!!

I 100% RECOMMEND BEST WESTERN FOR YOUR WEDDING!!! I am currently a graduate student receiving my PhD in anatomy at Penn State University College of Med. There is not a lot I could have done to help set up or tear down for my ceremony or reception, and my hubby and I are on a budget. We had the reception at Best Western, not the cereomy (you can also have your ceremony here). The staff AMAZING, the event coordinators AMAZING, the space AMAZING. The event coordinators I worked with were Jessica, Morgan, Courtney, and Kirsha. Jessica helped me originally but left before my wedding because she had a baby. Morgan took over for her. They didn't miss a beat. EVERYTHING was in order even though the event was handed off. Courtney and Kirsha helped the day of and during the hand off for my wedding. EVERYONE was accommodating, professional, organized, and all of the above. This location was beautiful AND affordable. the cost for dinner was $89 per person (this includes tax and gratuity). $67 for the cheapest dinner option which we had a choice for two entrees both were AMAZING. $27 per person for the cheapest bar option. Even the guests were impressed with the meal! The dinner included vegetable stationed apps with cheese and crackers and dips. I got to choose 4 additional horderves which was stationed fruit assembly, bacon jam tart, asiago phyllo wrapped asparagus and crab cakes. ALSO included in the price was an appetizer, we chose cheese tortellini, and a side salad with choice of two dressings, and bread and butter. During the social hour we had our own PRIVATE room for the bridal party!! We had our own drink station and horderve set up. EVERYONE was take care of. OH and the kids under 11 get their own meal for $19 and kids under 2 are FREE! The event coordinator also offered a vegetarian meal for three of my guests and accommodated my gluten free aunt and an aunt that had other dietary restrictions. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. As husband and wife they set up our suite the night of our wedding with wonderful surprise gifts AND we got a free night stay and free breakfast in the pub the next day. I was also able to reserve space in the pub for breakfast so our family could enjoy breakfast with us. There were very few hiccups at the hotel with communication of staff but everything was resolved and taken care. I really have nothing to complain about! The photos I posted give you an idea of how they set up everything but they don't do the place justice. I recommend going to their wedding website and looking at ALL the wonderful pics and details! https://thecentralhotelharrisburg.com/weddings/wedding-venue/
Brittiany
Brittiany Sent on 06/12/2019
5 out of 5 rating

A definite must for your reception!

Jess and her team were absolutely amazing! The room looked absolutely stunning, the food was great, and they made sure I didn’t have to worry about a thing the day of! Jess made sure to go over every detail of the room and the timeline of events and even offered suggestions as to what worked for other receptions! I HIGHLY recommend booking your reception here!
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Amy Sent on 09/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Jessica Dickey was so amazing throughout the whole planning and day of process. I would highly recommend her and the best western premier. It was such a beautiful place and they went above and beyond to make sure our day was special.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 07/15/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The venue is beautiful. The staff was attentive, professional, and cheerful. Planning was a breeze with many options. Our guests raved about the food, service and atmosphere. Many guests stayed at hotel and visited the hotel restaurant. Everyone was exceptionally satisfied. Highly recommend.
M
Melissa Sent on 08/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had the most amazing experience here! Our wedding was 8/5/17, and Jessica and the staff did everything to make it the most perfect day for us. Every detail was exactly how we imagined it, all questions were answered promptly, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was great! I cannot recommend this venue more! Thank you again to Jessica, and everyone at The Central Hotel & Conference Center, for making our wedding day all we could have dreamed of and more!
Tasha
Tasha Sent on 04/18/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding at the Central Hotel & Conference Center in November of 2016. We had an absolutely amazing time! The hotel handled all of the wedding planning and met with us on a few occasions to get an idea of what we were looking for and to plan out all of the details of our big day. We had the pleasure of working with Jessica as the date drew near, and she was absolutely incredible! She was super organized and had an amazing team that decorated the entire venue better than I could have ever imagined. Not only did they make everything look incredible, they treated us all like royalty. They always made sure that my husband and I had a drink and checked in frequently to see if we needed anything. The food was absolutely amazing too and everyone complimented every element of our big day - from the hor d'oeuvres, to the main course, to the beauty of the hotel itself, and of course the awesome staff. Even as the night came to a close, they let us dance out the last few songs while they cleaned up. Some of the staff even came out to dance with us when they were done and it just really made the whole experience very special. We do not have one complaint about our experience, and wouldn't change a single thing if we had to do it all over again. A huge thank you to Jessica, Mike and the entire staff at the Best Western Premier!
K
Kaitlyn Sent on 10/07/2016
5 out of 5 rating
The staff was very friendly and easy to work with. They made sure that everything went smoothly and that I didn't have to worry about a thing! Definitely recommend to anyone. The food was amazing too!
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User2565919 Sent on 03/31/2016
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I chose to have our ceremony and reception here in March 2016. The event coordinator, Erica, was extremely helpful and accommodating. The staff was very professional and friendly. The rooms were very clean and comfortable to stay in. The food was amazing. We have already recommended others to get married here! This venue made an already special day above and beyond what I dreamed of.
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Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center frequently asked questions

Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The space offered by Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Event Planner
Best Western Premier, The Central Hotel and Conference Center is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.
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