
Axel’s take
A practical Hershey base with friendly staff, dated rooms and a seasonal pool.
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Axel’s rating: 7.2/10 · a no-frills 2-star motel near downtown Hershey
This no-frills 2-star motel is a sensible pick for travelers who want downtown Hershey convenience rather than polished surroundings. Recent Expedia and Priceline guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, easy parking and proximity to restaurants and Hershey Theatre. Rooms have microwaves and refrigerators, and larger suites suit families. We'd consider it for a short, budget-minded visit, especially when most of the day will be spent out.
The trade-off is an aging property: dated decor and musty smells recur, although many recent guests describe clean, comfortable rooms. Accessibility is limited, with no elevator. The indoor pool is currently closed; Expedia lists pool renovations and unavailability from October 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027. We'd skip it for a pool-centered family break or if fresh interiors matter more than location.
- Rooms
- Basic rooms with microwaves and refrigerators; larger suites available, but interiors show their age.
- Cleanliness
- Generally positive recent feedback, tempered by recurring mustiness and occasional cleaning complaints.
- Service
- Helpful, friendly staff are a consistent strength across recent Expedia and Priceline reviews.
- Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi and parking; the seasonal indoor pool is currently unavailable.
- Fees and surprises
- Parking is free; confirm late arrivals and pool reopening directly before booking.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Priceline · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
The location
43 W Areba Ave, Hershey
Walkable to downtown restaurants and Hershey Theatre; driving is more practical for Hersheypark.
Amenities and check-in
Free Wi-Fi and parking; the seasonal indoor pool is currently unavailable.
Check-in
after 4:00 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- Indoor pool
- Hot tub
- Self parking (free)
- Accessible parking
- Wi-Fi (free)
- Wi-Fi in public areas
Additional hotel policies
- Note: Swimming pool
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Rodeway Inn & Suites Hershey Chocolate Avenue — Hershey, United States
Rodeway Inn & Suites Hershey Chocolate Avenue is a no-frills 2-star motel near downtown Hershey in Hershey, United States.
Address: 43 W Areba Ave, Hershey. Property ID: 1442368.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/hershey/rodeway-inn-suites-hershey-chocolate-avenue-1442368
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $175 | $181 on Booking.com | $6 less (3%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
Prices change daily; the Select link opens Rodeway Inn & Suites Hershey Chocolate Avenue with those dates and guests and shows the current rooms.
Axel private rates
Based on recent rates. Prices refresh when you view rooms.
Total price: $189 USD
2026-11-16 to 2026-11-19 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel private rates by check-in date
USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
Based on recent rates. Prices refresh when you view rooms.
November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
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| 2026-11-05 | $67 for 1 night · 2 nights $149 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-06 | $82 for 1 night · 2 nights $160 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $78 for 1 night · 2 nights $150 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $72 for 1 night · 2 nights $137 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $65 for 1 night · 2 nights $130 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $65 for 1 night · 2 nights $130 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $65 for 1 night · 2 nights $141 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $76 for 1 night · 2 nights $155 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $79 for 1 night · 2 nights $159 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $80 for 1 night · 2 nights $146 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $66 for 1 night · 2 nights $130 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $64 for 1 night · 2 nights $127 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $63 for 1 night · 2 nights $125 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $62 for 1 night · 2 nights $128 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $66 for 1 night · 2 nights $138 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $72 for 1 night · 2 nights $160 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $88 for 1 night · 2 nights $156 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $68 for 1 night · 2 nights $137 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $69 for 1 night · 2 nights $137 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $68 for 1 night · 2 nights $138 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $70 for 1 night · 2 nights $139 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $69 for 1 night · 2 nights $149 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $80 for 1 night · 2 nights $171 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $91 for 1 night · 2 nights $159 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $68 for 1 night · 2 nights $133 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $65 for 1 night · 2 nights $137 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $72 for 1 night · 2 nights $136 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $64 for 1 night · 2 nights $132 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $68 for 1 night · 2 nights $152 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $84 for 1 night · 2 nights $175 · up to 14 nights priced |
Axel's take: 7.2/10
A practical Hershey base with friendly staff, dated rooms and a seasonal pool. a no-frills 2-star motel near downtown Hershey, scored for what it is.
This no-frills 2-star motel is a sensible pick for travelers who want downtown Hershey convenience rather than polished surroundings. Recent Expedia and Priceline guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, easy parking and proximity to restaurants and Hershey Theatre. Rooms have microwaves and refrigerators, and larger suites suit families. We'd consider it for a short, budget-minded visit, especially when most of the day will be spent out.
The trade-off is an aging property: dated decor and musty smells recur, although many recent guests describe clean, comfortable rooms. Accessibility is limited, with no elevator. The indoor pool is currently closed; Expedia lists pool renovations and unavailability from October 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027. We'd skip it for a pool-centered family break or if fresh interiors matter more than location.
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Best for: budget-minded Hersheypark visitors; Hershey Theatre trips; families needing multi-bed suites
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Watch out for: pool closed through March 31, 2027; dated rooms and recurring musty smells; no elevator and limited accessibility
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Location: Walkable to downtown restaurants and Hershey Theatre; driving is more practical for Hersheypark.
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Rooms: Basic rooms with microwaves and refrigerators; larger suites available, but interiors show their age.
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Cleanliness: Generally positive recent feedback, tempered by recurring mustiness and occasional cleaning complaints.
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Service: Helpful, friendly staff are a consistent strength across recent Expedia and Priceline reviews.
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Amenities: Free Wi-Fi and parking; the seasonal indoor pool is currently unavailable.
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Fees and surprises: Parking is free; confirm late arrivals and pool reopening directly before booking.
Axel's opinion of Rodeway Inn & Suites Hershey Chocolate Avenue, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Priceline · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
About Rodeway Inn & Suites Hershey Chocolate Avenue
- Property type: Mini-hotel
- 2-star hotel
- Choice Hotels
- 43 W Areba Ave, Hershey
- Guest rating: 3.3/5 on Google from 88 reviews (location 4.7/5)
- Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Harrisburg International Airport: 20 min by taxi · Lancaster Airport: 39 min by taxi · The Boardwalk at Hersheypark: 4 min by taxi · Hershey Gardens: 5 min by taxi · The Hershey Story Museum: 7 min walk · Hershey Intermodal Center (Highway Stop): 8 min walk
- Note: Swimming pool
- Amenities: Indoor pool, Hot tub, Self parking (free), Accessible parking, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Kitchen in some rooms, Business center
- Check-in from: 16:00
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in Hershey
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Economy room
1 Bedroom Economy Single room
- Bedrooms: 1
Standard room
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
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Standard Single room
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Standard Quadruple room
- Room features: Fridge; Kitchen; Microwave
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Standard Family room
- Room features: Fridge
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Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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Standard Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Fridge; Kitchen; Microwave
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2 Bedrooms Standard Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Bedrooms: 2
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Standard Sextuple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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2 Bedrooms Standard Sextuple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Bedrooms: 2
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Standard Quadruple Family room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Standard room (sofa)
- Beds: sofa
- Room features: Fridge
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Standard Family room (sofa)
- Beds: sofa
- Room features: Fridge
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Superior room
Superior Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
Executive room
Executive Double room with balcony (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony
Suite
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
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Quadruple Suite
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
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Family Suite
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
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1 Bedroom Family Suite
- Bedrooms: 1
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Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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2 Bedrooms Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 2
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Double Family Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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- Double Family Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
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1 Bedroom Double Family Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Family Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Family Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Double Family Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Quadruple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
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1 Bedroom Quadruple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Bedrooms: 1
- Room features: Microwave
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2 Bedrooms Quadruple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Bedrooms: 2
- Room features: Microwave
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Sextuple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Fridge
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1 Bedroom Sextuple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Bedrooms: 1
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- 1 Bedroom Sextuple Suite — room photo 3
2 Bedrooms Sextuple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Bedrooms: 2
- 2 Bedrooms Sextuple Suite — room photo 1
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- 2 Bedrooms Sextuple Suite — room photo 3
Quadruple Family Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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- Quadruple Family Suite — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Sextuple Family Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Sextuple Family Suite — room photo 1
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- 1 Bedroom Sextuple Family Suite — room photo 3
Suite (sofa)
Standard Suite
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Quadruple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
Deluxe Sextuple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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