Where to Stay in Erie, PA During the Eclipse
Tuesday Mar 5th, 2024
On April 8, 2024, Erie will experience a rare total solar eclipse, where the moon covers the sun for almost four minutes, casting the region into darkness. As the sole major city in Pennsylvania in the path of totality, Erie is a prime location to witness every stage of this awe-inspiring celestial event. If you are planning to stay overnight, it’s best to secure your lodging as soon as possible.
The following breaks down available lodging, from nationally recognized chain hotels to smaller locally-owned motels, as well as campgrounds across Erie County. This list will help simplify your decision-making process to secure a comfortable, convenient base for witnessing the total solar eclipse.
The lodging options listed in this blog have availability at the time of this post, as of January 4, 2024. VisitErie cannot guarantee availability at any property, but staff are working to stay up-to-date with which properties have rooms available. Please check with individual lodging properties for rate information and availability, or call VisitErie at (814) 454-1000 for assistance and recommendations.
Campgrounds and RV Parks
For those seeking an immersive and outdoorsy experience, the Erie region offer numerous campgrounds and RV parks that will allow you to get off the grid. Pitch a tent or park your RV at a site with a clear view of the sky and enjoy the eclipse in a natural setting.
Upper Peach Street and Interstate 90
A central hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment, Erie’s Upper Peach Street District is conveniently located on Interstate 90 and is filled with nationally recognized hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets. This area has several hotels with available rooms including two hotels that directly connect to Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park, one of the top-rated indoor water parks in the country: Comfort Inn & Suites and the Holiday Inn Express & Suites. Other hotels along Upper Peach Street to consider are:
Millcreek Mall
Consider booking a room at a hotel at the Millcreek Mall complex, conveniently located off Interstate I-79. With more than 150 stores, restaurants, entertainment options, and several satellite plazas all on the same property, everything you’ll need to make your eclipse visit complete is just steps away.
