Quiet and nice place to getaway for the weekend. They have everything at the store if you forget…read moreanything. Friendly employees with fun activities.

When we first visited this campground last year, we felt like the campsites were too crowded and…read moreclose together. Vowed to search for another campground that we can regularly visit and call our summer escape. Fast forward to this year, and we just got home from our 4th visit! This KOA is smaller, but is packed with great service and amenities. My kids love it here, and I love that I can keep an eye on them when they run off to the playground. There are usually events through the weekends to keep everyone entertained. The grounds are also close to the Trexler Nature Preserve and the Appalachian Trail for some good hiking. The only negative: Took one star off because we've noticed that they built up tent pads and gravel "driveways" for the tent sites and smaller vehicle sites. It doesn't give much leeway how you can set up your site. The tent pads are also rock hard and very unforgiving on tent stakes.

We debated even writing a review because this is a small business and not trying to cause them to…read morelose money but at the same time wished we had known what we were walking into. We bought our camper back in April when the season just began. Christmas Pines was one of the nicer and clean campgrounds in the area. So we decided to pay the entire season upfront to be weekend warriors most of the summer. We had to pull out a few times when it was full and no open sites to put us in. We didn't mind we just put it in storage those weeks. About three weeks in we were like oh gosh what did we do?!?! The entire atmosphere changed in that short amount of time. The kindness had worn off and the unkind came to light. For weeks we would see this gentleman around everywhere hanging out with the "mayor". Never said hi or spoke a word to us, We thought he was just another camper. Turns out he was the OWNER! We were so floored he never even introduced himself or made us feel welcome to any degree. We keep and kept to ourselves but geez to see us up at the store or pass us on the road you can at least say hi. Nope nothing. It got old real quick when we noticed others started doing the same thing. We didn't even know these people. Never saw them before in our lives. As the weeks went on we felt less joy going and missed many weekends making other plans to avoid having to deal with that. We were just buying our time to leave at the end of the season even though we were super excited and in hopes of getting a permanent site for the 2024 season in the beginning. We thought this would be where we would call our second home. Weeks went on, we stopped spending the night and just went up to check on things and make lunch or dine r there and leave. now we are at the end of September, this is where it needs to be public knowledge. I get to the camper, just to make dinner, open the door to a stench I can not even describe. Go ti turn the lights on and they flicker at best. I'm like what in the world. Never had an issue all summer. So I go around to the power box to discover that the switch had been turned off. I immediately call the owners wife and get no answer. I text her that someone turned off our electric. She calls me back and by this time I'm standing in a puddle of water/melted food juice that has ran all over the floor because it seeped through the freezer and fridge seal. It was probably laying there a good week. She says no one turned off your electric. You probably kicked a breaker. I had several complaints about your unit running nonstop for days and I meant to call you. BUT SHE DIDN'T and the fridge is residential not backing up to the propane. We live 15 minutes away! Not only did it spoil two fridges of food, the fluid on the floor ran everywhere. So we are unable to use our camper the rest of the season because we don't know where that water all ended up. Is it near electric? Who knows. We have to wait and see what the dealer tells us. We have our suspicions that this was done intentionally. But if not, why not call us. It could have been any malfunction going on that could have ended much worse. . Who knows what could have happened. We have it there, we pay for the security and peace of mind that the owners live on site and keep a close eye on things but yet our camper is unusable at this time and not sure what the diagnosis will be. One simple Phone call or text and a 15 min drive could have changed the entire outcome. Our camper is a 2022, it could be totaled with the damage. Take it for what it's worth.

we have been here for 2 months now and love this place. only downside is they do not have on each…read moresite black tank hook up's. but they do have a honey wagon that comes around 2 days a week. the owners are awesome. always happy to help and keeps the grounds safe and clean.

Very nice campground with great facilities! It's in a great area. Owner was very nice and…read morewelcoming, would definitely stay here again!

The new owners, Kevin and Chris, are such great people and make this campground so much fun!! This…read moreis a quiet peaceful campground with an awesome pool! Lots to do here on weekends.

This review is for the Fall Foliage round-trip tour taken 11/3/19 from the Greater Reading station,…read morestopping at Port Clinton, then arriving at Jim Thorpe. The trip is open seating (no assigned seats), and not knowing any different, we arrived at 7:15 for a 8am boarding and 9am departure, which was more than early enough, as people were boarding right up until the 9am departure and everyone got seats, with maybe a few to spare on each car. We had a group of 8 and had no issues sitting together. We sat in the middle of one of the middle passenger cars, but if we had to do it over again, we'd sit closer to one end or the other for quicker departure at Jim Thorpe and again once arriving back at Reading at the end of the trip. Seating is bench seats on the standard coach, and the seat backs can be moved so instead of seating with your back towards other members of your group, you can seat facing them. This feature is nice, but makes for tight legroom, especially when trying to seat 2 people on each bench, see pic. There is a bathroom on each coach, plus windows can be opened for fresh air, better pictures, or to let things cool off (the coach gets pretty toasty warm as you get going, so wear layers). The seating can be pretty cramped, especially on the trip home. It was tough to get comfortable, even the kids had to stretch out to find some additional legroom. No food/drink available on the train, but you can bring your own soft coolers for drinks and snacks. Everyone was pretty hungry for lunch by the time we arrived in Jim Thorpe around noon. You'll ride the same coach and have the same seats on the way back, so you can leave items (coolers, extra clothes, etc) on the train while you visit Jim Thorpe. Trip was very scenic, especially with the Fall leaves changing colors. The ~3hr trip to Jim Thorpe winds you through rivers, streams, farms, small communities, over bridges and through tunnels. Expect to see plenty of wildlife, including deer and turkey. we saw at least 12 deer on the way up and double that plus a heard of turkeys on the way back. Throughout the trip, the conductor and coach attendant told stories and pointed out anything interesting along the way. we were also showed some old pictures of how things looked in Jim Thorpe 100+ years ago. Upon arriving at JT, everyone had lunch on their minds and with several hundred people all going for lunch in a little town, eateries can get overwhelmed pretty quick. Molly MacGuires is right by the train station, so most people try to go there. Good luck if you're in the middle of the coach like we were and some of the last to board, the place was packed with a line by the time we got there. There are other places to eat within a short 5-10min walk, with just about something for everyone. Train departs at 3:30, so you dont have much time to do anything else after lunch but some quick window-shopping. If we were to do it again, we might pack lunches or get something quicker for lunch, like pizza or sandwiches. Aside from the restaurants, there are historic buildings, great view from on top of the town, and lots of small shops selling various items from oils, handmade goods, ice cream, witchcraft, leather goods, and antiques. Despite only having approx 1.5 hrs to look around after lunch, the only things we didnt get to do were the tours of the couple historical houses. After a quick stop at Wood Ice Cream right by the train station, we boarded and headed back. Everyone tried to take some naps on the way back, with some success, arriving back at Reading Station round 6pm. So plan for a long, full day. This would be a good trip to do once a year, or with people coming from out of town. Average age of passengers was around 60+, with a few families with younger kids. Parking at Great Reading Station is 100+ cars, so enough for all passengers plus a few extra.

The yearly fall foliage steam train ride from Reading to Jim Thorpe is THE BEST train excursion on…read morethe east coast. The train is clean, the restrooms at the station and on the train are clean. The staff is knowledgeable and so friendly. The scenery is top notch and the destination is a great bonus. We make this a tradition each year and this is well worth the price! The Reading & Northern is an A+ act. We are so grateful for the experience and memories it provides!

I checked out on 11/1 and left a pillow there that I had brought from home. I called them to let…read morethem know and asked if they could hold the pillow for me I would return later that day to get it. The person I spoke to sounded disinterested and hung up on me while I was saying thank you. Later that day I returned and was told by the person working the desk (obviously not the same person I spoke to in the morning because this person was professional). She said housekeeping was gone for the day so she doesn't know where they put it. It seems to me that they should have a standard procedure of bringing any left items to the front desk - but I guess that makes too much sense. The professional lady took my information and said they would call me the next day and could ship it to me when they locate it. They did call, but as I figured, said they wouldn't pay for shipping it (I live 3 hours away so I wasn't coming back for a pillow). I explained my annoyance at first not having a procedure to bring things to the front desk or some location to hold items left. Two, that the unprofessional person who I originally spoke to (I found out it's someone named JAY), and that three, I was told it could be shipped to me but now heard something different. I will say that everyone I spoke to with the notable exception of JAY, was polite, but they still need to do the common sense procedure of having a standard place to hold things that are left. I hope the manager of this location reads this so he/she can retrain JAY in how to be a professional person and not a clown. I won't stay at this hotel again.

I have stayed at a lot of staybridge locations in the past and enjoyed them so decided to book this…read moreone for a getaway for a night without the kids. After viewing the website we saw there was an outdoor pool, indoor hot tub, gym, and a breakfast in the morning. We booked a room with a kitchenette area, common area, and separate king bedroom off of that. Initially, we got the wrong room. I booked a king bed suite and we got a double bed room. I called the desk and they said that happens sometimes when you book through hotwire. They should probably figure out a way to fix that on their end so it is not an issue for their patrons. I will say that since our stay here (July 13, 2021), I have not used Staybridge since. The room itself was clean and the bed and rest of the furniture were comfortable. The kitchenette was small but it sufficed as I was only heating up some foods I had made at home and using the electricity in there to make frozen margaritas. The common area had a good size to it, no issues there. The bathroom was pretty small but it was clean. In the morning the sun came blasting through into the room. The faux drapes they had in the room did not close, so there was no way to avoid this unless we tossed a blanket or something over the bar. This not only made no sense, but also woke us up far earlier than we needed to be up. The hot tub was closed. Not sure if it was for repairs or another reason, but this wasn't listed anywhere on the website for the hotel or on hotwire. This was a big portion of why I booked here so that one hurt. The icemaker in the freezer was also broken so I had to leave the hotel to go to a gas station and get a bag of ice. Wouldn't be a major inconvenience for some people maybe but my drinks of choice for the people in the room were frozen margaritas. Ice is a big part of that. The outdoor pool was nice, not very big but no one else was using it so we had it to ourselves. Good temperature, and clean. The person I spoke with at the front desk about the room issue was friendly and got it fixed right away. I didn't have much other interaction with staff so that's all I can say about that. This review would have gotten more stars if - they fix their issues with hotwire, at least let people know the hot tub isn't functioning, perform more routine checks of things like the ice makers in the rooms, and get drapes that actually perform the function of a drape.

My wife and I decided to stay here for an evening during our visit to Bethlehem and everything went…read moreas smoothly as can be. From the moment we arrived until we left, the staff was extremely friendly. In fact, we informed the front desk employee that we had just recently gotten married and she was so excited for us that she decided to give us a bottle of wine as a gift, which was very nice of her. In addition, I had dropped my wallet in the breakfast area on our 2nd day and the staff found it and locked it up for me before returning it to me when I came looking for it. As for the facilities, we had a King-size bed studio room and the room was much bigger than we were used to at other hotels. The studio room had a small kitchen area with a stove, full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave! The room also had a living room component to it with an L-shaped couch and office desk to boot! Last, but not least, there was a complimentary hot buffet breakfast, which was served on weekdays from 6:30-9am and on weekends from 7-10am. The breakfast was all we could ask for as it contained scrambled eggs, sausage patties, veggie crumble, cereals, fruits, yogurts, bagels, muffins, make your own pancakes, coffee, and assorted juices. Overall, it was a good hotel that made our stay in Bethlehem as comfortable as it can get. Everything we needed was offered here.

Your typical Residence Inn with nice large rooms and kitchenette. They have a great social our…read moreMonday-Wednesday with some snacks, beer & wine, although some people think its their dinner. SMH The Staff was very friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and pleasant. Excellent access to Hwy-22 and only 5 minutes to the Airport this is a GREAT and relaxing hotel if your in the Allentown area.

It's a little pricey, but I have to give good marks. Extremely kind staff. They are very welcoming,…read moreand make the check in/out process a cinch. Also they are wonderful with directions, helping find out where places to visit might be best, and they do an exceptional job. Customer service these days, can often be the opposite of this exemplary experience. Comfortable beds. I like the room, despite it being fairly basic. The shower was solid with its hot water. Elevators and stairs were good, and the location is exceptional. If you're in the Allentown area, this would be a smart one to stay at. Breakfast is included and was quite tasty.

Staff is top notc! Very friendly and helpful. Beds are comfortable and location right off the…read morehighway is convenient.

Leigh was wonderful but if she wasn't available everyone else there was willing to help. Even when…read moreI needed help while on my trip they were on it. would definitely recommend them.

Do NOT waste your money! My travel agent (Amy Bressler) booked the wrong room even though I only…read moretold her I wanted a 2 bedroom family room. I found out 2 weeks before we are supposed to leave that she booked the wrong room! I contacted her right away and she blamed me for not noticing earlier! How is that even my fault? We went with a travel agent for a reason. To add I nsult to injury Ken Fronk the branch manager called me and also told me it was my fault! I am not an agent and do not know the lingo so how the heck was I supposed to know the wrong room was booked. Even after sending them screenshots of all this, I have to pay $154 more than what the room should have cost us! Horrible customer service and Amy even said "you should feel lucky I even got the room you wanted". I brought them over $50,000 in business but that doesn't matter!