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Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City

3.0 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with outdoor pool, connected to the convention center, near F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Located in the heart of downtown Wilkes-Barre, Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and cozy fireplace. Relax by the outdoor pool or stay productive at the 24-hour business center. With helpful staff and free self parking, this hotel is perfect for both work and play.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
The current price is $98
includes taxes & fees
$88 per night
Mar 16 - Mar 17

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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
Premium bedding
  • 507 sq ft
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 312 sq ft
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 816 sq ft
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 312 sq ft
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 312 sq ft
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 312 sq ft
  • 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 - 0.3 km
  • Chacko's Family Bowling Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wilkes-Barre General Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

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

At Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza and Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. You can go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Up to 3 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ski area nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (22000 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1978
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 28
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 20.00 per day
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Also known as

BEST WESTERN Genetti
BEST WESTERN Genetti Hotel
BEST WESTERN Genetti Hotel Wilkes-Barre
BEST WESTERN Genetti Wilkes-Barre
Genetti
Genetti Hotel
Best Western Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre Best Western
Best Western Plus Genetti Hotel Wilkes-Barre
Best Western Plus Genetti Hotel
Best Western Plus Genetti Wilkes-Barre
Best Western Plus Genetti
Best Western Genetti Hotel Conference Center
Plus Wilkes Barre Center City
Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City Hotel
Best Western Plus Genetti Hotel Conference Center
Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City Wilkes-Barre
Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City Hotel Wilkes-Barre

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 20.00 per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and rock climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center.

What's the area around Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City like?

Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City is in the heart of Wilkes-Barre, a short 2-minute walk from F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts and 9 minutes' walk from Susquehanna River. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean hotel with excellent staff
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service, great location,comfy and cozy
Nice hotel great location.
peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for Wilkes Parent visit
Visiting my son at Wilkes University.
Susan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a cozy festive hotel perfect location for my concert
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very quiet part of town and walkable to the kirby center and the selections for free breakfast was awesome. we would stay there again.
ROY, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel staff were wonderful!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was very pleasant
Karran, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel.
Douglas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place.
KC, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent service at front desk!!
Nancy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Let US Down This Time
We have stayed at this hotel on numerous occasions and always have been extremely pleased. This time, unfortunately our room had an odor of some sort which was unpleasant. Also the toilet was not cleaned properly as it had feces on the seat.
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well maintained quiet older property with great staff and superior breakfast.
Steven, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Average Stay
Stay was pretty average, the hotel has free parking which was nice.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were super friendly and helpful! The proximity to FM Kirby Center is unbeatable. Would definitely stay here again!
Devon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location
Olga, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was actually cozy & confortable. I met the owner who was very cordial & rode up the elevator with me to tell me about the town.
Charlie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room, Great breakfast
The room was very clean. Included breakfast was delicious prepared on site and very good.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was clean and lighting outside was good. The room was clean and nicer than I expected.
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff and conveniently located.
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Things were a bit outdated, outlets didn’t work, balcony door didn’t seem to open properly, stains on the side of the sheets.
Jodi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay there again
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place so close to the Kirby
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property I was looking for something out of town but really happy I stayed here and saw WB downtown, very nice.
William, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Hotel room window was broken leaking cold air the bathroom door handle was about to fall off and the fridge wouldn’t keep things cold whole hallway of the none smoking rooms on the floor I was on always smelled like weeds
Jeffrey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved location and running along the river. 2nd time we have stayed there.
william, 1-night trip