Here are our travelers top 5 places to stay in allentown. Unfortunately it took a tragic, deadly fire for the city to finally get one with the lafyette hotel fire in 1926 the opening of the americus hotel in 1927 severely affected the hotel allen, with the new, larger and modern americus attracting many of the visitors to allentown that previously used the allen. In that year, abraham gangawere built a twostory tavern on the northeastern corner of 6th and hamilton streets. Browse our selection of over 141 hotels in allentown pa. Professional baseball history in allentown dates back to 1884. The hotel features 123 airconditioned guestrooms that are equipped with 32inch flatscreen tvs with cable tv channels, inroom safes, coffeetea makers, refrigerators and.
The americus hotel endangered designed by the philadelphia architectural firm ritter and shay, ground was broken for this spanishmoorishstyle hotel at the northeast corner of sixth and hamilton streets on july 17, 1926, with thenmayor malcom w. According to the history of the store, it began when max hess, sr. With a mixture of fine amenities and casual cafes, the americus is the place to be. International buyers are responsible to pay vat or other taxes to their countries as required. Americus hotel owner tackles daunting renovation on his own the. Allentown, pa project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. The americus hotel endangered allentown preservation. At the americus, we value the happiness and comfort of all of our guests. History of lehigh county, pennsylvania, and a genealogical and. Also find information on the predecessor to the hotel bethlehem, the moravians golden eagle hotel a structure that dates from 1794 george washington was in office to april of 1919, in its last days it was used for soldiers returning from world war i as a convalescence home. Located at the crossing of 15th and hamilton streets, there is convenient lanta bus transportation available along with dining, shopping, and entertai. Allentown is known for its live music scene, entertainment choices, and historical sites. The historic traylor hotel, just outside of center city allentown, offers affordable rooms, efficiencies, apartments, and commercial spaces for rent.
The company started in 1897 with one store, originally known as hess brothers, and grew to nearly 80 stores by its peak in the late 1980s. Get topnotch amenities like free wireless connections in every room and onsite laundry when you book a comfy suite at extended stay america. We are currently booking special events and meeting space for 2019 the historic americus hotel is currently under renovation. Pet policy for motel 6 allentown pa if you are thinking of bringing your pet dog or cat and want to know if pets are allowed at motel 6 allentown pa, please read the hotel pet policy. The 10 best allentown hotel deals may 2020 tripadvisor. Republican presidential nominee richard nixon waves to supporters outside the americus hotel at sixth and hamilton streets in allentown during a campaign stop oct. Find hotels and other accommodations near miller symphony hall, allentown art museum, and da vinci science center and book today. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 118,032 and is currently the fastest growing city in pennsylvania. Americus hotel developer says rooms could open by years. Conceived primarily as a picture book, its not intended to be a detailed historical narrative. Days inn hotels book hotel rooms, discount rates, and deals. See whats going on at valley preferred cycling center or ppl center.
Allentown park hotel, ascend hotel collection, allentown. Historic hotel bethlehem official site downtown bethlehem pa. Built in 1892, to attract winter visitors from the north, the windsor was a 100 room, five story victorian masterpiece architecturally designed with tower and turret. Built in 1892, to attract winter visitors from the north, the windsor was a 100 room, five story victorian masterpiece architecturally designed with tower and turret, balconies, and a three story open atrium lobby. But those who had read the morning papers local news section would have known who it was. See more ideas about pennsylvania history, allentown pennsylvania, allentown. Bethlehem, pa extended stay hotels extended stay america. Be sure to ask the hotel staff about visits from historical figures and then head back to relax in your hotel room after a long day of sightseeing tours and.
The city of americus was established as the county seat of sumter county in 1832. Emily paine the morning call as the americus hotel undergoes renovations in preparation for a reopening perhaps later this year. Americus hotel trademark collection by wyndham hotel. The sterling is a historic landmark on the national registry.
When you book a room at one of the historical hotels in allentown, youll experience the past come alive. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 118,032 and is currently the fastest growing city in all of pennsylvania. On the interior is a series of murals produced in 19371938 by new york artist gifford reynolds beal 18791956. It is pennsylvanias third most populous city and the 233rd largest city in the united states. The americus hotel endangered allentown preservation league. The site of the americus hotel had been used as a hotel since 1810, when the population of allentown then known as northampton was about 700.
Owner albert abdouche inside the americus hotel in allentown. The americus hotel opened in downtown allentown in 1927, closed in. Prior to that, she was a waitress hostess at the former americus hotel in allentown for 19 years and the former shankweiler hotel in orefield for 2 years. Americus hotel, 541 hamilton st, allentown, pa 2020. The americus can handle any event, and we are currently accepting event registrations. He thought he was getting a piece of allentown history that could be. It is pennsylvanias third most populous city, after philadelphia and pittsburgh, and the 222nd largest city in the united states.
Sometimes the hotel may charge pet fees or have weight limit on pets. Book today and save with wyndham rewards, the awardwinning hotel rewards program. The pet policies of motel 6 allentown pa are listed below. Days hotel by wyndham allentown airport lehigh valley. Visit all the famous landmarks nearby and snap a few pictures for the scrapbook. Allenschteddel is a city located in lehigh county, pennsylvania, in the united states. Americus hotel is a historic hotel located at allentown, lehigh county, pennsylvania.
The historic best western plus windsor hotel is located in the heart of downtown americus, georgia. Americus hotel 549 hamilton st allentown, pa hotels. Learn more about our hotels rich history with our history book, detailing the hotels early beginnings to present day chapter by chapter. Historic hotel bethlehem, where history is but a few steps away, offers couples the perfect mix for a romantic getaway. Find 1 listings related to west end hotel in allentown on.
We are a town full of history with a constant eye toward the future. Located in allentown, allentown park hotel, ascend hotel collection is in the business district. Wifi and parking are free, and this hotel also features laundry services. Find fun things to do in allentown with our helpful travel guide allentown hotels. Free shipping get free shipping free 58 day shipping within the u. Built in 19331934, the allentown post offices art deco design adds a touch of distinction to a rather simple building. The americus is a premier hotel, business, retail, and event center located in the heart of downtown allentown. Welcome to extended stay america philadelphia exton. It is connected on the east with bethlehem and along with bethlehem and easton constitutes a metropolitan area. The department store known as hess brothers was founded on february 19, 1897, by charles and max hess. Lukes sacred heart employees have been the recipients of a generous donation from albert abdouche, owner of the palace center and americus hotel in allentown.
Allen, also a former mayor of philadelphia and successful businessman, drew up plans for the rural village in 1762. Motel 6 allentown, pa is centrally located in eastern pennsylvania off i78 at exit 49b, as well as off the turnpike north or south exit 56 for lehigh valley, follow 22 w to take kuhnsville exit. Welcome to the lehigh county historical societys research library and. Book your hotel in allentown and pay later with expedia. Americus hotel 549 hamilton st, allentown, pa 18101 renaissance allentown hotel 12 north 7th street, allentown, pa 18101 holiday inn express allentown north 1715 plaza lane, allentown, pa 18104 ramada by wyndham whitehall allentown 1500 macarthur rd. Which is why our hotel will have larger guest rooms, increased accessibility options, and the best inroom amenities available. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 118,032 and it is currently the fastest growing major city in pennsylvania with an estimated 121,433 residents according to the 2018. Allenschteddel is a city located in lehigh county, pennsylvania, united states. Historic hotel bethlehem history book bethlehem pa lodging. See more ideas about pennsylvania history, allentown pennsylvania and pennsylvania. It is a historical city, a city of churches, a city of immigrants, and a place that values hard work, education, and recreation. Drawing on over 10 years of experience at the palace, our sister venue, we guarantee you the best.
Here, at one of pennsylvanias most significant archives, you will find a wealth of. Compare prices of 35 hotels in allentown on kayak now. The book also includes 40 bonus pages featuring reproduction of historic front pages of the morning call, from a feb. Americus hotel, allentowns grand dame, through the years. The historic sterling hotels long bar and irish pub is located at 343 west hamilton street in the center of the downtown nightclub district of allentown, pa. The once stately americus center hotel at sixth and hamilton streets.
Fairgrounds hotel prides itself on providing fine food at a fair price and looks forward to serving you a myriad of freshly prepared seafood, steaks, salads, creative sandwiches and more at the most beautiful and intimate old victorian dining venues in the lehigh valley. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free wifi, and the amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Sports, history, and delicious food are all part of the philadelphia culture. Order online tickets tickets see availability directions location. Rodeway inn hotel in allentown, pa near dorney park choice hotels. Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. Hotel ramada whitehall allentown allentown located in the heart of whitehall, ramada whitehall allentown is a threestar hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking.
Even though commemorated in song by billy joel in the 1980s as a downonitsluck city fighting the closure of steel factories, allentown in pennsylvania has recovered, shifting its new focus toward recreational and cultural attractions with a romanticism feel. It is pennsylvanias third most populous city and the 226th largest city in the united states. At the time, ninth and hamilton streets was about two blocks west of allentowns retail shopping. Top 10 hotels in allentown, pennsylvania cancel free on. Americus hotel, allentowns grand dame, through the years the.
This is a city with rich and unique stories to tell. History of allentown, pennsylvania allentown, the county seat of lehigh county, is located 50 miles northnorthwest of philadelphia on the lehigh river. We look forward to seeing you every wednesday through saturday evening. When reuben bower arrived for his job at the pennsylvania. Hesss was a department store chain based in allentown, lehigh county, pennsylvania in the united states. Hotels, in allentown, pa allentown, pennsylvania hotels. Book a room at the rodeway inn hotel in allentown, pa. See more ideas about pennsylvania, allentown pennsylvania and lehigh valley. Enjoy our 100% smokefree modern rooms with free wifi.
Allentown city history allentown was originally named northamptontown by its founder, chief justice of colonial pennsylvanias supreme court, william allen. We are currently booking special events and meeting space for 2019 the historic americus hotel is. Each floor will have a unique theme as well, capturing the beauty and history of our city. When you book a historic hotel in allentown, dont worry that youll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable. Today the city hosts the philadelphia phillies aaalevel minor league baseball team, the lehigh valley ironpigs. Owned by the allentown symphony association, a 1200seat performing arts facility that is home to the allentown symphony orchestra, as well as pennsylvania sinfonia, community concerts of allentown, allentown band and community music school of the lehigh valley.
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