I checked in when outside temperature was 34f and was told that there was no heat. When asked front desk staff told me that it is hard to explain but as the building is very old they have to intermittently turn of the heaters. He also went ahead and said that most people like to sleep in cooler temps. I asked for a heatet they brought a small radiator that warmed after about 10 mins or so and temp was fine. The next morning water did not get even to warms. I was told that I can run both showe and the faucet for at least 10 minutes and it will get warm. Well after about 15-20 mins of wasting water it was just lukewarm. I had to take a shower in cold water. A main person was at the door though and asked me if he could check the system when I was leaving and the front desk told me that they will change the room if it is not fixed. I came back assuming it was fixed around 7 pm. Then sitting on the bed I see two giant spiders crawling over my head...and lots of spiderwebs...so I call again and turned the small radiator in the room. They came with a broom and got the spiders.. they told me that I ask the housecleaning to wipe the spider webs. So I took another cold shower and water got warm after 20 minutes of a pre run..anyway I digress and saw another spider crawling on the bed that time. Staff seemed friendly and towels wet clean but other than that not worth staying..I was there for business and I did not pay. I let them know though so hopefully they will either get a refund or take their business to another hotel. If you want to stay like a pioneer woman/man perhaps but otherwise do not stay read more

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If you would like to have a drink at the bar in the hotel- Tap Room will be your choice. DO NOT even try to enjoy your evening drink at the hotel lounge!!!! Bad.... Women who was serving us tonight has no idea how to make decent cocktail... it's raining outside, upsetting and expensive glass of water with no alcohol in it and a lot of sugar!!! Not fair... read more

Beautiful place. One of the most extravagant hotels I've ever seen. Shrimp cocktail was amazing. Turkey club was just average but still delicious. Next time will come for dinner. read more

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Ate there for the first time recently over the Christmas holiday. Great atmosphere beautiful decorations. Had lunch and food was excellent, service superb. Lucked out with a window seat to catch the horse and carriages going by. Love the pics of hall of fame past customers quite impressive. Great spot to stop for drinks. Server was excellent and recommend the cheese cake for dessert. Would definitely recommend making reservations. read more

Absolutely beautiful hotel and beautiful accommodations! The parking garage is convenient to drop off and easy to use. Check in was easy and room service was wonderful! Our bed was comfortable and they had the pack and play on our room and set up when we arrived! Just awesome! Also, we loved staying on the fro t aide of the hotel so we could overlook the Main Street. This location is within walking distance of plenty of entertainment - bagels for breakfast. Chocolate shop for a sweet snack during the day and ice cream shop for dessert in the evening. Plenty of artsy shops and nice looking restaurants! The only possible downsides. The water took quite a while to warm up each time we took a shower. Also, I felt like the walls, doors and ceilings were very sound proofed - I constantly hear hall noise and people above us, even though it didn't sound like people partying and being loud. It was just constant general commotion - like every passing conversation was on a loud speaker and ever door slowly closed echoed through the walls. Thank goodness for white noise on my phone. Lastly, there is no complimentary breakfast here (but there is coffee, tea and a locally made breakfast cake while it lasts). read more

12/9/23 Wedding. Everything was beautiful and perfect for my son's wedding. Emilie was amazing and took care of everything. All of the staff were so nice and helpful. So happy they chose this location. read more

The signature room spray is $16.99 and sold in "The Shoppe" at Hotel Bethlehem, which opens at 9 a.m., either comes in a candle or spray. It smells like Christmas. The most uplifting scent ever. Perhaps they use this spray to ward off the spirits... anyway this "ghost be gone spray" is magical. We did not see any of the ghosts. LOL read more

Loved my stay! There is only one issue I had, which was the parking lot being disconnected from the hotel and it is quite a walk to get to it. Carrying heavy luggage that far is not the easiest after multiple flights or traveling all day like most people who stay. Hopefully they modernize and build a safe garage that connects an elevator to the back of the hotel. Besides for that, I had a wonderful experience here! I'm obsessed with the colonial architecture, decor, and furniture. It has all of the amenities without losing any of the charm. The rooms were great and a good size for the age. The bathrooms were beautiful, but small, which is expected. The service was amazing in all areas! Front desk, housekeeping, bell hops, and dining were all great! No complaints! The breakfast was also large and delicious! I would absolutely, hands-down stay here again. Especially since the Main Street shops and dining are all walking distance. Would give it more than 5 stars if I could! read more

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My husband and I stayed here overnight, and had breakfast here the next morning, during the holiday season. This hotel is the best of the best; in a class by itself. Everything in our room was genuine and worked well: the bathroom fittings (marble shower, extra large bathtub); very high quality, heavy, 100% cotton towels; complementary bathrobe; 100% cotton bed linens, duvet, and extra bedspread; genuinely hot and cold water; complementary air freshener. The room Keurig coffeemaker was heavy duty, and came with high quality coffee, tea, and accompaniments. The Christmas decorations in the reception area were tasteful and beautiful. Breakfast took awhile to arrive for everyone in the dining area, but the servers handled this professionally and courteously. Our breakfasts (Belgian waffles) came with fresh fruit, real whipped cream, butter, and maple syrup, beautifully presented, and tasted great: the best I have ever had. All the staffers with whom we had contact (valet, front desk, wait staff) were helpful and professional. read more

landmark hotel with tons of history including hauntings! Service was impeccable, especially the bell staff/drivers which whisked us to and from Allentown airport, just 10 minutes away. Our room was nice and clean; the bed and bedding were top notch and super comfortable. We had drinks in the iconic bar where many dignitaries have visited. Bars are rated by this reviewer by their old fashioneds; this was top notch. The experience could only have been improved by better soundproofing as there was a train that ran nearby ALL night long. read more

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My wife and I went there for a drink, I'm not sure why they refused to serve us, but after waiting for a long period of time, we just left. We are Hispanic but I won't speculate on that. I was born and raised in Bethlehem and certainly expected better treatment but on the flip side we both learned our lesson. read more

We had our 43rd annual conference at the Hotel Bethlehem this year, and what an amazing stay. The hotel and rooms, of course, are beautiful, but the staff was truly exemplary. They treated our team and attendees with such thought, care, and kindness. I can't finish this review without talking about the food... DELICIOUS! Definitely an outstanding Pennsylvania gem. If find yourself in Bethlehem, you must stay here. I will most definitely be coming back. 5 stars, 5 stars, 5 stars! read more

Nice amenities and very friendly staff! The hotel is busy for the holidays so I'd recommend booking your holiday travel well in advance.

The lobby is very charming and I would encourage anyone to have a drink or a meal there, but I would Never stay here again. Our room smelled like stale cigarette smoke, no doubt from bygone years. The reality is that the "charm" is great when having a drink downstairs but not so great for a stay. Our bathroom was so small one person could barely turnaround by themselves and the very tiny marble shower had grout repaired with cheap caulk noticeably applied over. The death knell was Susan, at the front desk, who responded to concerns about smoke smell with an aggressive combative attitude. Thanks but no thanks. read more

Beautiful historic hotel, nice staff, great room. Wonderful bar and bartenders. Very convenient

I had the steak but it was really a pulled pork kinda and let me tell u it was pretty good. The ice cream was amazing best ice cream I've ever had tbh. The place is really fancy. The staff are nice, friendly, and very good looking. read more

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Dec 21st 2021 Pretty disappointing. Maybe this is the hotel in town but there was no hospitality on site. People who work there including the restaurant staffs were unpleasant and irritated. We left the hotel and went to the other restaurants. They are missing the point of customer service. read more

We recently held a conference at the hotel for 3 days and everything turned out wonderful! All of the staff were very friendly and were always making sure we had everything we needed. The restaurant staff went above and beyond by treating our organizers extra special for our dinner at the restaurant with specialized napkin decorations and a great special experience that was tailored to our industry! Everyone's stays were excellent and we all look forward to our next stay or conference at the hotel! read more

This isn't a bad hotel. It's not a great hotel. It's very clean. It's old so the rooms are small. The walls are thin. They must have gone with extra firm mattresses because after a short time it feels as hard as the floor. I have to pack an air mattress to put on the bed when I stay here. The lobby and restaurant are nice and the staff is very friendly. read more

Had lunch at hotel Bethlehem today,June 7th. The soup special was shrimp chowder. The soup was lukewarm and we had to send it back for heating. Manager took the soup off the bill. Someone in our party ordered a cheesesteak. Well the three of us got our food but hers did not come out, we had to get manager and he went back to kitchen and brought it out. He took the cheesesteak off the bill. Someone ordered Mac and cheese for the table. We got our food and ask about Mac and cheese and the waitress said "oh we don't have it". Could have said something way before we got food. All in all the food was good. Possibly a new waitress. Who knows? read more

I have stayed at this hotel several times for work. I appreciate the effort they have made to keep a historic hotel up to date They have an extra outlet with usb plugs on the nightstand. The room is well lit, the coffee maker is a kuerig which I appreciate. A better than average flat screen tv with HBO and Showtime. Beds are on the small side but very comfortable. Overall a well run hotel. read more

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Selected this hotel as a place to stay prior to my wife's early surgery at St. Lukes. No wonder why this is been rated #1. From the time we arrived the service was beyond excellent. Attention to detail was very evident. It felt like you were staying in a home, not a hotel. Hat's off to management and keep up the great work. Have a lot to compare this to as traveled world-wide for years. read more

Yay! Yola is back! I had my blueberry pancakes! But, they aren't on the menu. You have to ask for them. Put the pancakes on the menu! We're almost there fam! read more

The downtown area is charming. We had music Sunday buffet there. Food is great. Service is great, We sat next to the big window overlooking the street of downtown and behind the piano player which was very relaxing Sunday! read more

Excellent menu and beverage options. Staff and ambiance reflect that classic appeal of a historic hotel and restaurant. Highly recommended.

This review is for Jameson at the front desk. I called with an arcane request for graduation leis. She was courteous, efficient, professional and I got a call back with my source. Gold ! read more

This has been and continues to be one of my favorite hotels. It was built in 1922 and has all of the elegance of the era. Beautiful marble steps lead into a gracious open two story lobby. I am always greeted by pleasant people at the desk. I have never encountered an unpleasant staff member any where in the hotel. The guest rooms are just as elegant as the lobby. My favorite is the black and white marble bathrooms. They are so classy. The rooms are always clean and the bedding is comfortable. The hotel is a reflection of a caring management. Thanks Hotel B. We hope to return this Christmas. In case you are unfamiliar with the Bethlehem area, it really comes alive during the Christmas holidays. read more

I'm a hotel snob as a former Marriott employee. From the courteous staff to the empowered employees, you will be met with a great experience. With reasonable rates you can visit Historic Bethlehem and enjoy a night on the town. For my birthday we were treated to a complimentary cocktail and the Dirty Martini was perfect. Gary was impressive and generous with his poor. When our room wouldn't open, Regina upgraded us and we looked out over the beautiful Bethlehem skyline. The fitness room is small but well appointed and clean. I highly recommend a visit! read more

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This is by far the best hotel in Bethlehem. This is a historic landmark and you are greeted with top professionalism and care. This is a hidden gem for outside the Lehigh Valley. Plus they have EV charging stations which is a huge bonus. Thank you!! read more

We've stayed here several times in the past but this visit was really special. Bethlehem lived up to its nickname of Christmas City. The hotel was decked out in festive splendor. Tasteful yet bright and cheery. Really filled us with the holiday spirit. Our room was a suite. It was spacious and comfortable with decor befitting an historic hotel. Classic. The tall bed was comfy, the closet was large, and the bath was marble with a step in shower. We can't wait to return to this special place! read more

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WOW!!! What a place!! Cant say enough about the Building, the Staff, the Accommodations or the immediately surrounding area. I Wish i lived closer, 10!!! read more

There's many options along Main to go for brunch these days. And Hotel Bethlehem's Musical Brunch is certainly a classy affair with a big city feel without breaking the bank. Two people can go to brunch for $80 before alcohol....which is quite impressive if you can get through brunch dry, but I simply can never turn down a martini or mimosa from the Tap Room. The bartenders usually do an awesome job. You get a carving station, an omelette station, a waffle station, salad station, pasta station, bread and cheese station along with petit fours. Plant based options on the buffet are lacking, but a vegetarian portobello cheesesteak sandwich is available on the tap room menu. On special occasions, the staff will be popping champagne at no additional charge. Brunch usually runs until 1:30 for both terrace and tap room seating, though you can order off the tap room menu afterwards. I feel the terrace is just more intimate for brunch as it is for supper which equally boasts an exquisite and seasonal menu. The husband and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary at the terrace. They also do fun events throughout the year like wine pairing classes to the annual roaring twenties ball to NYE. They also host weddings. The ice cream parlor across the street is interesting. I'm confused by the decor as there's a lot going on. I'd be delighted to see more of a shoppe theme - handdipped ice cream scooped into glass goblets and the staff is dressed like 1900 shoppe whites to give it more of a parlor feel. Franklin Fountain does exactly this and they succeed, and they also make their own. I think Hotel B can succeed just as well by having a signature recipe. Imagine checking out after your stay and taking a pint home of their signature recipe in your cooler! Instead, the current decor gets lost in a dizzy amount of Homegoods shopping spree and PSU memorabilia that feels like you're in Happy Valley... instead of Bethlehem. And I mean, Go State! Who doesn't like PSU creamery? But I feel like there's a lot going on for the eyes all at once here. Free parking on site as well as shuttle parking in the event additional parking is needed. A preserved landmark by historic hotels of America, it's comical to read some of the old laminated menus on what was served at the hotel back in the day as piano keys tinkle in the distance and the aroma of a juniper blend (the hotel's signature scent) tickles your nose pleasantly. read more

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Both the Taproom and Terrace Room are wonderful settings, especially during the holiday season. I've been there for lunch twice in the last month. While I prefer the regular menu to the holiday menu I enjoyed both of my meals. Both grapes I were with left their lunches as well. Really appreciate that they have gluten-free options. read more

We did not stay here, but we were fortunate to come to the Thanksgiving buffet with some family members - eight altogether. This was probably the most magnificent buffet I have ever been to, at least of the Thanksgiving variety. Lavish tables of wonderfully prepared food of many varieties abounded. Service was great, also. Little wonder reservations are hard to get and fill up early. read more

Great staff terrific hotel and the room was spectacular. Marcos the front desk manager was the best. Going back next month. Looking forward. Thank you. read more

First off, the decor is just...wow. Takes you back to the classic movies where everything looks polished and clean and fancy with a historic feel. I'll bet this place looks great during Christmas. The computer room in the lobby has 2 computers for use. The elevator is small but fast - got me all the way up to the top floor (9th floor) in no time. However, the room door takes some force to close; you practically have to slam yourself into the door to make sure it's closed all the way. Whether this is due to the weather or old age, I'm not sure. Super tall, super soft beds with way too many pillows for use - I had no idea where to put all the extra pillows...I practically had to jump to get onto the bed, then found myself buried in pillows, but this wasn't necessarily a bad thing. The bathroom has a toilet much like in public venues rather than in a home, and the toilet paper is on a rack situated behind the door and just barely within reach of the toilet. So be sure to move it closer when you need to use the bathroom, but move it back to its original place or else you'll trip over it the next time you enter the bathroom because the room is small. The shower seems to have low-flow water, and you're provided with the usual shower wash supplies (shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion, shower cap). They even include an iron and ironing board for you! The best part about this place is their free shuttle service. They'll drive you within a certain region, and the drivers are very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. They can tell you everything from the number of residents to the names of the several schools in the area to the history of the town and much more. It's quite impressive! Plus, they drive you around in a huge Lincoln Navigator. Also, if you need to have breakfast at an early hour like I did, the hotel's restaurant (The Tap Room) opens at 6am. All the other places in the area don't open til 7am and after. read more

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Love this place. The ambiance is so amazing and historical. Very unique details all around. The staff is amazing. Especially Spiros the bartender was absolutely spectacular. The most classy disposition, and he made you feel like you were home. read more

My fiancé and I were on a road trip and headed home. It was late and we were exhausted so we looked at a place to stay. My fiancé found this place and saw that it had a lot of great reviews, so we figured why not?! We walked in and the hotel was beautiful! We were warmly greeted at the front desk. My fiancé booked a suite, since we've never stayed in one before. Our room was clean, beautiful and perfect. The shower was marble. (My only complaint is that the bathroom was a bit small from what I'd expect from a suite). The bed was large and comfortable. Our view was perfect and gorgeous! Before we went to bed, we had a drink in the Tap Room. The bartender was great and definitely knew his stuff. The next morning we had breakfast in the Tap Room as well. The food was delicious and the service exceptional. Our experience was so wonderful, we plan on coming back for a long weekend and spending time in the town! read more

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Excellent experience overall, the staff were very accommodating and knowledgeable. The building itself was very old but well kept, rooms are one the smaller side on account of the era it was built back when people were smaller... Lobby bar was entertaining and food was prepared above average. Would recommend this place, great location on the Main Street of the town. read more

We loved this historic hotel except that they had so many events booked that the regular hotel guest couldn't get a seat at the bar or enjoy the guest lounge areas. It was just too crowded to sit and relax. read more

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