Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, Altoona, Pennsylvania is less than a two-hour drive east of Pittsburgh. Altoona is home to Lakemont Park, Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark and the Railroaders Memorial Museum, and has several historic points of interest from the Civil War era, focused on early railroad development. Baseball enthusiasts can enjoy Double-A baseball with the Altoona Curves or the Pittsburgh Pirates. Room prices for these cheap-to-moderately priced motels, all featuring Jacuzzis, are based on February 2010 rates.
The Holiday Inn Express in Altoona offers a covered outdoor whirlpool. Prices for a king room begin at $119.95 per night. This motel caters to business travelers, with an on-site business center complete with high-speed Internet service. Laundry facilities are also available. Holiday Inn Express supplies a free hot breakfast and a complimentary coffee bar open 24 hours a day. It's located 12 miles from historic Horseshoe Curve.
Holiday Inn Express Altoona
3306 Pleasant Valley Boulevard
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 944-9661
(888) 465-4329
altoonaexpress.com
The Ramada Conference Center offers an indoor pool area with a Jacuzzi, as well as king suites with in-room whirlpools. Standard room prices start at $75 per night. This motel offers three on-site restaurants and a lounge. A business center with an executive lounge supplied with conference tables, and computer are also available. Amenities also include a fitness center and 24-hour laundry service. The Center is located 11 miles from DelGrosso's Amusement Park in Tipton, Pennsylvania.
Ramada Conference Center Altoona
1 Sheraton Drive
Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 946-1631
ramadainnaltoona.com
This Hampton Inn offers an indoor pool with a whirlpool and fitness center. King room rates start at $119 per night. Children under 18 stay free. Bedding is Cloud Nine 200 thread-count cotton. Hilton H Honors members enjoy discount rates. The Hampton Inn is available for catered events such as weddings and meetings, and is about 2 miles from the Blair County Convention Center.
Hampton Inn Altoona Pennsylvania
180 Charlotte Drive
Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 941-3500
(800) 426-7866
hamptoninnaltoona.com
