The Bethlehem center point is approximately the area of Celtic Classic Highland Games and Festival and the area of ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks.
Bethlehem has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. In July and August, temperatures typically reach the mid-80s and the area receives 3 to 5 inches of rain per month. In December and January, highs are generally in the upper 30s or low 40s. The spring and fall seasons tend to be mild, with highs in the 60s and 70s.
If you're planning to visit for one of Bethlehem's many annual festivals, be sure to book your accommodations in advance. In mid-June, the SouthSide Film Festival welcomes directors and film buffs to town with a series of film screenings, panel discussions, and industry parties. In early August, Musikfest rocks the city with over a week of live performances from some of the top rock, soul, rap, and pop artists in the nation. In September, the Celtic Cultural Alliance hosts the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival, which features cultural events and live performances.
You'll save even more at a wide range of hotels when you use a group discount. AAA members save 5 percent to 10 percent at the Days Hotel Allentown Airport/Lehigh Valley, and AARP members and senior travelers save 10 percent on room rates at the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem. Government employees and military members get guaranteed low rates at the Best Western Lehigh Valley Hotel & Conference Center and other area hotels.
Get all the amenities you want at prices you can afford when you book a stay at one of the best value options in Bethlehem.
If you're looking for large rooms and contemporary accommodations but don't want to overspend, plan your stay at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bethlehem. Choose from a standard queen or king room, or upgrade to a junior or a full suite. All of the 80 guest rooms include essentials like refrigerators and microwaves, along with LCD TVs and free Wi-Fi. Go for a swim in the indoor pool or hop on the complimentary area shuttle to discover all that Bethlehem has to offer. Book the Holiday Inn's event facilities for a business meeting or a small conference.
For quick access to table games, slot machines, and casino entertainment, plan your stay at the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem. Room types range from standard to deluxe, and you'll also have the option to upgrade to an executive suite. All of the 300 rooms feature conveniences like a refrigerator and an LCD TV, as well as a pillow-top bed and free Wi-Fi. Head over to the casino for a night of fun, or relax with a body treatment at the on-site spa. With 10 on-site restaurants and cafés, you may never want to leave the Sands Casino Resort.
Enjoy a taste of history at The Sayre Mansion Inn, located in the heart of Bethlehem. This romantic inn features just 22 individually decorated rooms, and all include coffee makers and complimentary Wi-Fi. Start your day with a complimentary breakfast and a garden view before heading out to explore Bethlehem.
Start your visit to the Christmas City with a stop at the Historic Bethlehem Visitor Center. From strolls through Old Bethlehem to tours of Bethlehem Steel, the visitor center provides tickets for a variety of historic trips through town. If you prefer a self-guided tour, walk or bike the Historic Bethlehem Heritage Trail and see the area's many historic buildings and shops.
Learn more about Bethlehem's history at the Moravian Museum, which tells the story of 18th-century life in the area. At the Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts, experience local history and immerse yourself in a fascinating collection of 19th-century decorative arts.
Head to SteelStacks, a 10-acre cultural campus, to experience a show, catch a live performance, or participate in an annual festival. For a show, some table games, or your choice of slot machines, make your way to the Sands Casino
From historic tours to contemporary event spaces, Bethlehem has plenty to offer travelers of all kinds. Find the right accommodations for your group's budget, and start planning your trip to Steel City.
Below are reviews of the city of Bethlehem, PA from an actual visitor's perspective.
Very scenic with some neat drives to local establishments. Restaurant variety was decent, and folks in town were generally very welcoming.
Beautifully maintained historic town!
Loved the area that Bethlehem Steel is known for and the town of Bethlehem had great restaurants and shops. Parking is pretty good. Just be a little patient. Even though I'm handicapped, the four of us loved walking around. Add this area to your bucket list!
Great selection of restaurants in walking distance.
We visited during the Christmas season and I think Bethlehem reflected the little town Christmas feel. The small shops in town were a pleasure to visit (and of course spend a little cash!). We stopped in to the Hotel Bethlehem for a drink while shopping and it gave such a cozy small town feel. We felt like we were in a Christmas movie! We also went to Chriskindlmarkt while there. While I enjoyed this, I think I enjoyed walking in downtown Bethlehem More!
Great restaurants, great stores, beautiful holiday lights.
Quaint, have visited family several times, excellent restaurants!
Nothing they very good.
Clean
We visited the Steel Stacks for Oktoberfest which was fun. Dinner at The Social Still was very good. We enjoyed walking around the downtown area to visit shops and a small brewery.
Cute town, nice restaurant (Adagio) and we attended an event at Moravian Univ.
Quiet
It's cozy I have family in Allentown
Convenient and close to everything. It's great.
Beautiful town. Music fest was great 👍
Was in town for my Lehigh Reunion.
Little traffic, quiet, clean.
The Wind Creek Event Center and Casino is right next door! Will be back for more fun!
We enjoyed great food choices and small store shopping.
It is a clean and very quaint Eastern town.
Good food - try Wayback Burger, Duck Donuts, Texas Roadhouse, all were good!
Very close to Lehigh.
So many things to see and do!
Cute little town!
A very classy city.
Bethlehem is a great town.
The staff is always friendly. Rooms are always clean and comfortable. Beautiful homes. Great people.
Easy to get to. Beautiful homes.
We walked around the historic district during the day and attended an outstanding musical performance at Godfrey-Daniels!
It's an interesting city to visit and attend different types of events.
I like that my daughter and grandchildren live there! It is a pretty nice town and easy to get around. I especially like that there were very few cars on the road. I come from a big city where the streets are always congested. I like that there is a lot of land without buildings on it.
The little town was fun to tour!
Chris Kringle Market!
Bethlehem downtown is beautiful and very historic.
Loved the historic city and old hotel and fun shops. Very friendly people too!
Friendly people and interesting history!
It was during the Musikfest. Great goings on!
Bethlehem is an old quaint town!
Bethlehem has many fine restaurants and pubs to choose from. The hotel is conveniently located next to a nice pub, P. J. Whelihan's. Main Street has other fine dining establishments. There are many attractions in the area.
Loved seeing the steel mill buildings..
Nice area!
Carriage rides and decorations in downtown Bethlehem!
The coziness of the town.
This town is a gem! Very walkable downtown area. We were in town for a wedding and most of the guests had never been to Bethlehem before. We loved the variety of shopping and restaurants available! All of the shops and restaurants were avery welcoming. All our friends and family raved about the town and how they would definitely be coming back to visit!
Charming!
Enjoyed Bethlehem. We were in town for our grandson's wedding reception at the Art Stax. It is located near the old steel mills. Very nice venue.
Beautiful town to visit and walk around in.
I like the area, adjacent to Fountain Hill.
Nice town and great hotel!
Lots of Moravian history. Moravian University, Archives, etc.
The location was awesome. There were plenty of eateries!
Very cool laid back walking city with good shopping and restaurants.
J. P. Whelihan's and Fratelli's pizza were very friendly with good food. Campus Police at Moravian University were extremely helpful.
The casino and outlets!
Close to airport.
Close to a casino
The shops, very quaint town, Bethlehem Diner was a good experience
I like Bethlehem, a beautiful city with history.
Very historic and great shops!
It is close to shopping and restaurants.
The casinos were close to the hotel.
We went to the Bethlehem Brewing Company for dinner about 8 mins from the hotel great selection of beer and food.