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Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City

3.0 star property
Pet-friendly Wilkes-Barre hotel connected to the convention center, steps from F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Lobby
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Gym

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 76 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
77 E Market St., Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18701

What's nearby

  • F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chacko's Family Bowling Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Seven Tubs Natural Area - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Senunas' Bar and Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Valley Sea Foods - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rodano's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mary Stegmaier Mansion - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City

Hotel near F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
Located close to Chacko's Family Bowling Center and Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and a ballroom
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (22,000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 20.00 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 20.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 20.00 per day and a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City located?

Located in the heart of Wilkes-Barre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts and Chacko's Family Bowling Center. Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza and Seven Tubs Natural Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to many restaurants and The Kirby Center
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely wonderful! Everyone was so warm and welcoming, they made you feel like you were home! Everything was very clean. Breakfast was amazing! The beds are comfortable. We whole heartedly enjoyed our stay and look forward to it again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay for a concert at the Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff. Property is a little dated, but perfectly fine for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Amenities
Excellent check in. Gentlemen knew all my questions before I asked. Friendly staff. Courteous and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

hong

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a little off the highway. An older property. But clean and convenient. Staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
3 minute walk to Kirby Center
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cozy festive hotel perfect location for my concert
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel staff were wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very quiet part of town and walkable to the kirby center and the selections for free breakfast was awesome. we would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was very close to where we needed to go.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this property are particularly friendly and helpful. We have been here before and Chris is always on point. Mike and Simone are always personable. The Chef makes HOMEMADE breakfast that is unmatched in my hotel travels.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained quiet older property with great staff and superior breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service at front desk!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and helpful! The proximity to FM Kirby Center is unbeatable. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

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Average Stay

Stay was pretty average, the hotel has free parking which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff and conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024