Facility Overview
The parking facility located at 651 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033, serves as the primary on-site parking area for the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Hershey Chocolate Avenue. This is a private, surface-level parking lot designed for guests and visitors of the hotel. The layout is optimized for standard passenger vehicles, providing convenient, ground-level access to the hotel entrance. While the lot is well-maintained and provides ample space for standard sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks, it is important to note that it is a private facility primarily intended for registered hotel guests.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
This location is strategically positioned in the heart of Downtown Hershey, placing visitors within a short distance of the town's world-famous attractions. Its proximity makes it a convenient home base for those planning to explore the Hershey area.
- Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World: Located approximately 5 to 7 minutes away by vehicle.
- Giant Center: A short 4-minute drive for eventgoers and sports fans.
- The Hershey Story Museum: Roughly a 16-minute walk (0.9 miles) from the hotel.
- Hershey Theatre and Hershey Area Playhouse: Both are within a 1-mile radius, offering easy access to local cultural and theatrical events.
- Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center: Approximately 1 mile away.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Access to 651 West Areba Avenue is straightforward via the local road network in Hershey. The facility is easily reachable from major regional routes, allowing for efficient transit to and from the Hershey entertainment complex. While public transit options like the Capital Area Transit (CAT) bus system serve the broader Harrisburg and Hershey area, visitors primarily rely on personal vehicles or rideshare services like Uber and Lyft to navigate between the hotel and major tourist destinations.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- On-site self-parking for hotel guests
- Accessible/ADA-compliant parking spaces available
- Well-lit and secure surface lot environment
- Complimentary parking for hotel guests
- Convenient proximity to hotel entrances with stair-free paths
Ideal For
- Overnight guests visiting Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World
- Visitors attending events at the Giant Center or Hershey Theatre
- Travelers seeking a central, accessible base for exploring Downtown Hershey
- Business travelers and convention delegates visiting nearby corporate and medical facilities
Visitor & Driver Tips
- For guests, parking is typically complimentary; however, always confirm current hotel policies at the front desk upon arrival.
- If you are visiting for high-attendance events at Hersheypark or the Giant Center, plan for increased traffic in the downtown area and consider leaving for your destination with extra time to spare.
- While there is no dedicated public parking for non-guests at this specific hotel lot, the town of Hershey provides various public parking options for general attraction visitors.
- Use GPS navigation to ensure the most efficient route, especially during peak summer tourism hours or event days.
