Hosting a Conference or Event in Wilkes-barre

When you're planning a conference or corporate event in Wilkes-barre, Engine makes it easy to search, compare, and book conference hotels in Wilkes-barre based on their meeting and event capacity. Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+ leads the list with its largest event space running about 16,000 square feet (the Keystone Grand Ballroom, holding up to 1,500 people) and 19 event spaces across 238 guest rooms. Event planners, travel managers, and attendees booking their own rooms can all use Engine to find the right property for their needs.

Engine booking data shows March is Wilkes-barre's busiest month for business travel, with about 45% more room nights than the city's average month. If your event lands in March, book the room block early.

Wilkes-barre draws corporate meetings, industry conferences, and regional events year-round, and organizations of every size and industry use these hotels for everything from multi-day conferences to sales meetings and training sessions. The hotels on this list offer meeting and event space ranging from ballrooms that seat hundreds to smaller breakout rooms, plus guest rooms for attendees traveling from across the region. You can search, compare, and book guest rooms at these properties on Engine, for a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking, and for 8 or fewer you book self-serve. Through Engine Spaces, Engine's meeting-and-event venue product, planners can find and request meeting and event space across more than 40,000 venues.

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Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+

4-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (1124)

Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+ offers 19 event spaces, with the Keystone Grand Ballroom running about 16,326 square feet and hosting up to 1,500 people. The property has 238 guest rooms.

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The Woodlands

4-star hotel 3.7 Great (2278)

The Woodlands features 7 event spaces, including the MANSFIELD BALLROOM at about 10,875 square feet with capacity for up to 975 people. The hotel has 150 guest rooms.

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Best Western Plus Genetti Wilkes Barre

3-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (1006)

Best Western Plus Genetti Wilkes Barre provides 8 event spaces, with the Grand Ballroom spanning about 4,860 square feet and accommodating up to 300 people. The property offers 75 guest rooms.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Wilkes-Barre

3-star hotel 4.2 Great (1707)

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilkes-Barre has 8 event spaces, including a Grand Ballroom at about 4,000 square feet that hosts up to 250 people. The hotel features 152 guest rooms.

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Holiday Inn Express Wilkes Barre East by IHG

2-star hotel 3.8 Great (1001)

Holiday Inn Express Wilkes Barre East by IHG offers 3 event spaces, with a Boardroom running about 500 square feet and seating up to 48 people. The property has 117 guest rooms.

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Courtyard by Marriott Wilkes-Barre Arena

3-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (604)

Courtyard by Marriott Wilkes-Barre Arena features The Keystone Room, its largest event space at about 1,140 square feet with capacity for up to 75 people. The hotel has 106 guest rooms.

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Hilton Garden Inn Wilkes Barre

3-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (1005)

Hilton Garden Inn Wilkes Barre provides 2 event spaces, with Highland Garden B at about 528 square feet accommodating up to 40 people. The property offers 123 guest rooms.

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Host Inn All Suites

2-star hotel 3.4 Good (1000)

Host Inn All Suites features a Boardroom running about 800 square feet and hosting up to 50 people. The hotel has 66 guest rooms.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Wilkes-Barre/Scranton

2-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (1001)

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilkes-Barre/Scranton offers the Susquehanna Room, its event space at about 696 square feet with capacity for up to 30 people. The property has 113 guest rooms.

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Spark by Hilton Wilkes Barre

2-star hotel 4.0 Great (913)

Spark by Hilton Wilkes Barre features a Meeting Room running about 650 square feet and accommodating up to 46 people. The hotel offers 101 guest rooms.

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilkes-Barre Scranton

3-star hotel 4.2 Great (1006)

Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilkes-Barre Scranton provides a Boardroom at about 300 square feet, seating up to 12 people. The property has 110 guest rooms.

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Comfort Inn & Suites Wilkes Barre - Arena

3-star hotel 4.4 Excellent (1003)

Comfort Inn & Suites Wilkes Barre - Arena offers 2 event spaces, with the Conference room at about 348 square feet hosting up to 30 people. The hotel has 65 guest rooms.

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Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena

2-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (1081)

Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena features the HOSPITALITY ROOM at about 252 square feet, accommodating up to 28 people. The property offers 102 guest rooms.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I compare when choosing a hotel for a large meeting in Wilkes-Barre?
Start with the size of the largest event space and whether it fits your expected headcount. Check the total number of meeting rooms if you need breakout sessions, and confirm the hotel has enough guest rooms for your attendees. Amenities like AV, catering, and business services vary by property, so ask about those directly.
What makes a hotel a good fit for hosting a conference?
A solid conference hotel offers a large event space that can accommodate your group, plus enough guest rooms to house attendees on-site. Multiple meeting rooms are helpful if you're running breakout sessions or workshops. On-site amenities like dining, parking, and AV support make logistics smoother, though specifics vary by property.
How far in advance should I book hotel rooms for a conference in Wilkes-Barre?
For a large group, booking several months ahead gives you better availability and rates. Popular dates fill up quickly, especially if your event coincides with other meetings or local activities. Locking in rooms early also gives you time to finalize meeting space and coordinate logistics with the property.
How do I book a block of guest rooms for conference attendees?
If you need nine or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking for you. For eight rooms or fewer, you can book self-serve through Engine. Either way, you get access to pre-negotiated rates and can manage the reservation online.
How does billing work when booking multiple rooms for a big event?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you're not juggling separate charges for each room. You have multiple payment options to choose from, and there's no membership fee to use the platform. This makes it easier to track expenses and reconcile costs after your conference.

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