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Stay two or more nights at the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn and receive 20% off. Reservations must be made by July 14 using the promo code FIREWORK. This offer is valid on any two-night stay from June 28 – July 31.
A Resort-Style Hotel in Lancaster County That Puts the Fun Right at Your Doorstep
When you want to get away, bring your family to the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn for a vacation that’s relaxing and fun for everyone. Our family-friendly, resort-style hotel offers everything you want on site, including an outdoor pool and two indoor pools, tennis and basketball courts, a game room and more. Our on-site Restaurant & Smorgasbord and nearby Bakery & Cafe make family meals convenient. For great vacation memories, enjoy a live show on our Stage or a free guided tour of Amish farmlands (Monday-Saturday) provided exclusively to our lodging Guests. You’re near Sight & Sound Theatre, Dutch Wonderland, the outlets (Rockvale & Tanger), Strasburg Railroad, and many other Lancaster-area attractions. We offer exceptionally clean, comfortable rooms and suites, and our friendly staff upholds our deep-rooted tradition of hospitality and excellent service, so you can relax and enjoy your vacation. For added convenience and value, ask about our money-saving meal and/or stage packages or our VIP Program. If you’re looking for a hotel near Intercourse or Bird-in-Hand, we invite you to be our Guest!
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Pool Building Rooms
We offer the following rooms in our Pool Building:
- Standard Queen Rooms: Our standard queen rooms are perfect for those who want to be close to our indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub and game room. These rooms feature two queen beds, a standard bath, table and chairs, an in-room refrigerator, a microwave, a flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi.
- King Rooms: Our king rooms offer plenty of space to get comfy. Along with Amish Country décor, these rooms feature a king-sized bed, a desk, and several chairs to provide comfortable seating. Other features include a flat-screen television, in-room fridge, a microwave, free Wi-Fi and a tub to soak after a long day.
- Deluxe Queen Rooms: Enjoy this contemporary room in our pool building. Nestle up with a hot cup of coffee thanks to the Keurig coffeemaker included in these rooms. Additional features include two queen beds, a fridge, writing desk, flat-screen TV, a microwave and free Wi-Fi
- Junior Suites: These rooms can be seen as a home away from home. Thanks to its two queen beds and queen sofa bed, these rooms have the ability to sleep up to six guests. To compliment the room size, these rooms come equipped with two telephones and two flat-screen televisions. Other essential features include a refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker and free Wi-Fi
- Family Suites: Ideal for families or small groups of friends who are looking for close access to the outdoor swimming pool! Being the largest room offered, it supplies a living space, one king bed or two queen beds and a queen sofa bed in the living room, and a standard bath. Additional features include tables and chairs, a recliner, two telephones, two flat-screen TVs, a fridge and free Wi-Fi.
Front Building Rooms
We offer the following rooms in our Front Building:
- Standard Rooms: These affordable rooms provide a beautiful view of the Amish farmlands while also giving you convenient ground floor access and parking. Amenities include two double beds, a table and chairs, a standard bath, a TV, a fridge, and Wi-FI.
- King Rooms: Aside from the easy ground-floor access, these front building rooms provide a spacious king bed, comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and an in-room fridge.
- Efficiency Suite: Perfect for those considering an extended stay in Bird-in-Hand, PA. These rooms are great for small groups or families, and provide two queen beds, a twin pullout sofa, standard bath. Other features include a kitchenette with table, a sink, a fridge, a two-burner stovetop, a microwave, and a sink. For entertainment, the room comes with a flat-screen TV and Wi-Fi.
Village Rooms
We offer the following rooms:
- Schoolhouse Suite: Immerse yourself in this scenic recreation of an Amish schoolhouse, complete with a teacher’s desk, a blackboard, gas stove and books. The exterior reflects the theme with a school bell and rail fence, which overlooks the large lawn and farmlands. This suite sleeps up to five, and offers a full and a queen bed, a pull-out chair, a dry sink kitchenette, standard bath, a flat-screen TV, and Wi-Fi. Can be rented together with the Village king room.
- Village Deluxe King Rooms: Featuring handcrafted Amish-made furniture, this suite provides several first-class amenities that showcase Bird-in-Hand’s hospitality. Features include a king bed, a bath, walk-in shower, comfortable seating, a writing desk and chair, Keurig coffeemaker, microwave, Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TV.
- Village King Rooms: Go on a romantic getaway and soak in the scenic countryside with this room. Features include king bed, writing desk and chair, media center, a Keurig coffeemaker, fridge, microwave, flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi.
- Village Queen Rooms: Take in the scenic Amish farmlands with this quaint and cozy room featuring local Amish-made furniture. Features include two queen beds, a writing desk and chair, comfortable seating, fridge, Keurig coffeemaker, microwave, bath, and walk-in shower. Entertainment includes a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.
- Village Two-Room Suites: Traveling with friends or family and looking to wake up to the peaceful view of Amish Country? These recently renovated suites offer lavish features such as Amish-made furniture, two queen beds, a standard bath, a writing desk and chair, a chest/media center, and a flat-screen TV. Additional features include a fridge, microwave, and a personal Keurig coffeemaker. Also included is a separate sleeping area with a king bed, dresser and a flat-screen TV. Compliment these features with the convenience of a great view of Amish farmlands across the road.
All Rooms Include
- Clean, comfortable standard or king room, junior or family suite, or efficiency
- In-room Wi-Fi (free) and cable TV
- In-room refrigerator for beverages and snacks
- Individual room climate control (air conditioning and heat)
- Complimentary scenic two-hour tour of Amish farmlands (Monday-Saturday)
- Use of two indoor pools, hot tub, and our on-site outdoor pool with walk-in zero-grade entrance
- Use of on-site lighted tennis and basketball courts, playground and walking paths
- Fitness room with new treadmill, elliptical machine and bike
- Game room located next to the indoor pool area
- A Picnic Pavilion, with seating for 30 to 40, is available to our Guests. To reserve the pavilion, a rental fee is required.
- Discounted tickets to Bird-in-Hand Stage shows
- Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord located next door. Restaurant is temporarily closed for rebuilding following a fire last year. We plan to reopen in the spring.
- For a modest additional fee: miniature golf, petting zoo, and fixins’ for fireside s’mores
- Check-in: 3:00 pm / Check-out: 11:00 am
Amenities For Everyone To Enjoy
Our family resort provides everything you need to unwind in style:
- Enjoy an authentic PA Dutch meal at our Restaurant and Smorgasbord
- Splash around in our outdoor pool, hot tub, or two indoor pools
- Get active with the kids at our playground
- Cozy up and stay warm at our firepit
- Strike up some friendly competition at the mini-golf course next door
- Build some muscle in our fitness room
- Interact with animals at our petting zoo
- Enjoy some outdoor sports at either our tennis, volleyball, or basketball courts
- Let off some steam with our game room
Packages & Special Experiences
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Explore All Special EventsA bunch of us – four couples – traveled together. A friend saw a package at the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn advertised in the newspaper, so we went for a weekend. That was 1984. We stayed in the pool building in adjoining rooms and just had a ball. We’ve gone ever since. One year we decided to stay someplace else, but we were sorry. You couldn’t have better people. You could get a hotel room anywhere, but the people at the Family Inn keep us coming back. It’s grown bigger, but it’s still friendly.
— Maryann & Bill Charon, Beachwood, NJ
Create Memories for a Lifetime
In the heart of our village, the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn is built on land that has been in the Smucker family for generations – since 1925, when John E. Smucker bought the farm from his father-in-law. Today, we have 125 rooms and continue to improve on our resort-style country inn for the benefit of our Guests.
With one outdoor and two indoor swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, an on-site fitness center, and other recreational facilities, our Bird-in-Hand country inn is the perfect place for an active family or group. We offer unique experiences like Fireside S’mores and free ice cream socials with the Smucker family that help make for a memorable family vacation. You can pull up a lawn chair and watch horse-drawn Amish buggies go by or hot air balloons launch from the field across the road. Plus, our location puts us in the middle of everything you want to see and do in Amish Country. Our hotel in Lancaster County is next to our Restaurant and Smorgasbord, as well as our live theatre. We’re within easy walking distance of our Bakery & Cafe, the Bird-in-Hand Artisan Village, a farmer’s market, antique shops and a mini-golf course. And if you’re looking for a hotel near Sight & Sound Theatre, Dutch Wonderland, Kitchen Kettle Village, the Strasburg Railroad or the outlets, we’re just a short drive from these popular Lancaster, PA attractions.
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2740 Old Philadelphia Pike
Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505
2740 Old Philadelphia Pike
Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505
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Phone: (717) 768-8271
Email: CentralReservations@Bird-in-Hand.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
At Bird-in-Hand, you’ll find comfortable, high-quality lodging and accommodations. We offer a clean, comfortable standard or king room, junior or family suite, or efficiency room types. In-room Wi-Fi (free) and cable TV, in-room refrigerator for beverages and snacks, and individual room climate control (air conditioning and heat) are provided for all of our guests.
Guests of Bird-in-Hand lodging locations can enjoy a complimentary two-hour bus tour of Amish farmlands (Monday-Saturday), use of any of the facilities at all of our Bird-in-Hand family of properties, in-room refrigerators for beverages and snacks, free in-room Wi-Fi and cable television, hairdryers, restaurants nearby, and more.
Guest of the Family Inn also receive discounted tickets to Bird-in-Hand Stage shows, and a free scenic two-hour tour of Amish farmlands (exclusively for our lodging guests) Monday – Saturday – Bus boards on-site.
For a convenient stay, check-in at the hotel is at 3 pm, and check-out is at 11 am.
Absolutely! Bird-in-Hand Family Inn is a family-friendly destination located in the heart of Amish Country. Our Lancaster County hotel can accommodate groups of all sizes, whether you want a fun weekend getaway with the kids or a longer stay to fully experience the local culture.
Yes. Within Bird-in-Hand Family Inn, guests can enjoy the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord. At the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant, you’ll find delicious food and great service in an atmosphere that’s uniquely Pennsylvania Dutch.
Our Restaurant is temporarily closed. Click here for more information.
Select a room from our online booking system and set your dates for rates or call (717) 768-8271.