By James Rada, Jr.
2 Star Hotels Near Haunted History Tours
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, has been called one of the most-haunted places in America. It's not surprising seeing as how more than three days of fighting in and around the town in 1863 resulted in more than 50,000 casualties. Today, a number of companies will take tourists to a few of the many sites in town where ghosts have been sighted. Books have been written about the ghosts of Gettysburg and television shows have filmed in the town in the hopes of finding a ghost. If you are hoping to take in some of the ghostly sites, here are some of the affordable hotels and inns in and around the these haunted history tours.
Comfort Inn Gettysburg
The Comfort Inn Gettysburg is next to both the Gettysburg Battlefield and the Battlefield Bus Tour Center, making it convenient to tour the battlefield during the day in preparation for a haunted tour in the evening. The hotels offers free continental breakfasts and has a business center, wireless Internet and indoor pool.
The Comfort Inn Gettysburg
871 York Rd
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325
(866) 539-0036
www.comfortinn.com
Country Inn and Suites Gettysburg
The Country Inn and Suites Gettysburg is located next to the Gettysburg Outlets, which will give you easy access to shopping, movies and restaurants all within walking distance. It is also two miles from the Gettysburg Battlefield. The hotel offers free continental breakfasts and newspapers. The hotel has an indoor tub, spa tub and wireless Internet.
The Country Inn and Suites Gettysburg
1857 Gettysburg Village Dr
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325
(866) 539-0036
www.countryinns.com
Days Inn Gettysburg
The Days Inn Gettysburg is located two miles from the battlefield on the northwest side of the town. Besides being close to the ghost tours, the hotel also offers daily tours to Washington D.C. Days Inn offers complimentary continental breakfast, fitness center and an outdoor pool. There is also a business center. Some suites also have whirlpools for romantic weekends.
The Days Inn Gettysburg
865 York Rd
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325
(866) 539-0036
www.daysinn.com
Gettysburg Travelodge
The Gettysburg Travelodge is conveniently located in Gettysburg and near the historic battlefield. The rooms have modem connections and offer complimentary local calls.
The Gettysburg Travelodge
613 Baltimore St
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325
(866) 539-0036
www.travelodge.com/gettysburg
Motel 6 -- President Inn
The Motel 6 -- President Inn is located in town two miles from the Gettysburg Battlefield. The hotel offers wireless Internet, a seasonal pool, spa tub and fitness center.
The Motel 6 -- President Inn
606 York Street
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325
(866) 539-0036
www.motel6.com
Quality Inn Gettysburg
The Quality Inn Gettysburg is within walking distance of many shops and restaurants in Gettysburg. It is located less than a mile away from the Gettysburg Historic Park. The hotel offers free continental breakfasts, an outdoor pool, a heated indoor pool, wireless Internet and business services.
The Quality Inn Gettysburg
380 Steinwehr Ave
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325
(866) 539-0036
www.gettysburgqualityinn.com
Sleep Inn and Suites Gettysburg
The Sleep Inn and Suites Gettysburg is located three miles from the Gettysburg Battlefield Park. The hotel offers free continental breakfasts, a fitness center, an indoor pool and free wireless Internet.
The Sleep Inn and Suites Gettysburg
1650 York Rd
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325
(866) 539-0036
www.sleepinn.com/hotel-gettysburg-pennsylvania-PA373
Haunted Hotels In Gettysburg
Now if you're really interested in experiencing haunted history, why not stay in one of the hotels in Gettysburg that are supposedly haunted. These places aren't necessarily two-star establishments, but they will add to your experience. These hotels include the Best Western Gettysburg Hotel (which is the historic Gettysburg Hotel), Farnsworth House (you can still see bullet holes in the wall) and Baladerry Inn (was a field hospital during the battle).
www.hotelgettysburg.com
www.farnsworthhouseinn.com
www.baladerryinn.com
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About the Author:
James Rada, Jr. was a newspaper reporter for eight years and earned 23 awards from the Maryland Delaware D.C. Press Association, Associated Press, Society of Professional Journalists, Maryland State Teachers’ Association and CNHI. He also worked for 12 years as a marketing communications writer, earning a Print Copywriter of the Year Award from the Utah Ad Federation. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in communications.
Photo Credits:
Ranger Greg Coco talks with park visitors about the Soldiers' National Cemetery at Gettysburg. Courtesy of the National Park Service.
