Continental Inn, Lancaster

This hotel is right between the 2 big outlets and next door to Dutch Wonderland. We walked from the hotel to Dutch Wonderland and did not need to deal with strapping the kids in and out of their car seats. Lots for the kids to do too. They loved the playground, game room, and indoor pool. Breakfast buffet was amazing as well. I read some of the other complaints - some people will never be happy. This is not a 5 star resort - it does not claim to be and does not cost $500 a night. You want the best, go pay the 5 star resort prices! We enjoyed everything and had a wonderful stay.

We stayed at this hotel because it was right across from our convention at the Host. This place was very run down and will never stay again. We plan to return to Lancaster in the Spring but will never stay at this hotel. The room was old and the bathroom was very dirty. There was bugs in the room and when we complainted the desk clerk was very rude. Obviously the management does not care about their guest's comfort. There are plenty of other hotels and we will be staying at something better than this run down place !!!!!

We have stayed at this hotel several times in the last 7 years, and have had nothing to complain about. This year the pool was too cold to swim in, and it was a major disappointment for us. We like to go out and shop, come back to the hotel go for a swim, and a hot tub, relax, and go out for dinner. This year, despite repeated requests, the temperature of the pool was too cold. Not sure if it's new management, or a cost saving device, but we will think long and hard when booking our next trip.

Very nice stay, the staff is very helpful. We have held an annual workshop here every November since 1996. I would not dream of using another hotel in the area.

Went during the fall - great time to visit! Hotel was great - kids loved the indoor pool and the breakfast. Game room kept them busy too! It's right next door to Dutch Wonderland so we were able to walk for the Happy Hauntings afternoons. Read the other person's horrible comments - a person like that will always be miserable and will always find something to complain about. Maybe that's why the manager brushed her off - I wouldn't want to deal with a crazy lady either ! :)

We stayed here on the advice of a friend. When we arrived there was not a complete coffee service and they didn't provide hair dryers. I did request one and after a very long time I got one. I used the small refrig to store some produce from the Amish country and it froze in the refrig. Be careful if you use it. The sheets were just thrown on the bed and weren't tucked in and when you moved much the bare mattress was in sight. The room was good sized but there was a large empty space where a comfy chair could have set. On the plus side the price of our stay included a very nice buffet breakfast with omelettes made to order - good coffee, etc.

Filthy, smelly, nasty! The room we got looked like a reject from a flop-house. Ancient looking and smelled of mold and mildew. There was so much grime in the AC vents that a plume of dirt billowed out when we turned it on. The beds were falling apart and the two chairs were so dirty we were afraid to sit on them. We were there for a few minutes, couldn't take it and asked to cancel our nights. Luckily they did not give us a hard time about this (they must be used to it). The only saving grace this place has is that it is right next to Dutch Wonderland. Looks like there are two pools as well, but we didn't stick around long enough to find out. We went to the Red Roof Inn afterwards (right next to this one), much nicer and very clean (cheaper too).

Roaches and Bad Manners: Having three little ones, Dutch Wonderland is an annual must for us. Unfortunately, this year our stay at Continental Inn was less than favorable. Let’s start with the funny rates that via the internet are one thing but when you get there they try to take advantage of you. Followed by three dead roaches in the room…and to finish my humble comments… a VERY NASTY hostess at the Le Fleur restaurant that got mad at us because we used our two free adult breakfast and were not ordering food for the little ones (they have had their cherrios and pop tarts in the room, plus they are 5, 2 and 1). We asked for two high chairs.. she responded “high chairs are for those that are paying!” excuse me, come again please… “I said high chairs are for those that are paying and eating.” How can I eat with a 1 year old seating in a regular chair.. plus all we wanted was a coffee and a bagel… we were not begging for food… we were not sneaking food out.. we were exercising our right to two free breakfasts… I went to the hotel registration and requested to see the manager.. it turns out the wicked witch of the west was the manager… This was a very disappointing hotel stay. Stay away from the roaches (including the manager)!

Really liked the hotel. It had a great free breakfast and the rooms were super clean and very comfortable. Very helpful staff. The kids loved the play area and pools.We are going back next year!

I find that my child has a great time in the pool. It's cozy and breakfast is good. The rooms can use a little updating, but comfortable and clean. I find their rates reasonable and enjoy the whirlpool for a little R&R after a long day of traveling and shopping in and around the area.