The Woodlands
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About this property
The Woodlands is a 4-star independent hotel in Wilkes-Barre, PA, offering 150 guestrooms including 12 suites. The property sits within a 5-minute drive of Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs and Wise Crackers Comedy Club, making it a convenient base for entertainment and gaming in the region.
Each guestroom features a refrigerator, microwave, and 36-inch flat-screen television for entertainment. Beds are dressed with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets, while complimentary wireless internet keeps guests connected. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort is rated 4 out of 5.
The hotel operates two restaurants and a coffee shop. Crescenzos serves American cuisine and is one of the main dining options on-site. Five bars and lounges are available throughout the property. Buffet breakfasts are offered weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for an additional fee.
Recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, nightclub, and on-site casino with a complimentary shuttle service. The spa offers body treatments and facials. The hotel also provides a hair salon, gift shop, wireless internet access, and a 24-hour front desk. Conference space totaling 3,500 square feet includes nine meeting rooms and a ballroom for events. Guests interested in nearby outdoor activities will find hiking and biking trails, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding in the area, with ski passes available. Golfing is also nearby.
The property is 1.3 miles from Wyoming Valley Mall and 8 miles from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Airport. A complimentary shuttle to the airport is offered, and taxi service is available for $22. The Arts Center of Wilkes-Barre, F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, and River Common are also accessible from the hotel's location.
Check-in runs from 4:00 PM to midnight, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The hotel welcomes dogs up to 60 pounds with a $35 pet fee per room. Free self-parking and free RV and bus parking are available. An electric car charging station is on-site for guests with electric vehicles.
Location & nearby attractions
Wyoming Valley Mall: Wilkes-Barre Township - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Mohegan Pennsylvania - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Wise Crackers Comedy Club - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Arts Center of Wilkes-Barre - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Chacko's Family Bowling Center - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Susquehanna River - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
River Common - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Luzerne County Courthouse - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Kirby Park Tennis Center - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
The preferred airport for The Woodlands is Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 12.9 km / 8 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chair
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 27
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 60
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 1
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Dog friendly-- $35.00 pet fee
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 13.99 for adults and USD 13.99 for children
- Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day
Know before you go
- The seasonal pool will be open from May 25 to September 10.
- Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.