These 8 Haunted Hotels In Pennsylvania Will Make Your Stay A Nightmare

If you are partial to ghost stories, haunted tales, and spooky happenings, a little paranormal activity might be just what your overnight getaway needs. And, if you're tired of the generic hotel experience, you're in luck. Look no further. Below you'll find a list of some of the most haunted hotels in Pennsylvania. Even if you don't encounter a ghost -- and you very well might -- you'll leave with some fascinating tales to tell.

1. Aaron Burr House, New Hope

Our list of haunted hotels in PA begins in New Hope. Aaron Burr himself is said to haunt this hotel in New Hope. Sometimes, he even will follow guests that he takes a liking to, and tugs on their sleeves. How chilling is that? While you're in the area, be sure to explore the town of New Hope, Pennsylvania. It might just be one of the state's best-kept secrets.

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2. 1870 Wedgwood Inn Bed & Breakfast of New Hope, PA

The historic nature and varied past of this inn have led to multiple ghosts that frequent its passages. Built in 1870 on the site of a British fort, the building is said to house a secret staircase and a basement tunnel. The most common ghost is sighted only by children— she is a 12-year-old named Sarah. Learn more about the Wedgwood Inn Bed & Breakfast.

3. Historic Hotel Bethlehem

If you can think of any ghostly activity, chances are it's been experienced at the Hotel Bethlehem. The most popular apparitions include a girl who is spotted in a window and a woman in period clothing. Guests have also reported feeling taps on their shoulders, cold spots, and hearing their names being called. Moreover, this accommodation is considered to be the most famous hotel in Pennsylvania.

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4. Cashtown Inn, Orrtanna

Cashtown Inn has been featured on the TV show Ghost Hunters and also was part of the set of the movie Gettysburg. It's also one of the stops on our haunted hotels in Pennsylvania road trip. The ghosts here most frequently are noticed when they slam doors.

5. The Gettysburg Hotel

The next destination on our list happens to be not only a haunted place in Pennsylvania but also among the most haunted hotels in the country. Rachel, the spirit of a Civil War nurse, seeks soldiers to help her. She opens guests' drawers and removes their clothing in her search. Other frequently-sighted ghosts are a wounded soldier and a dancing woman.

6. The Inn at Jim Thorpe

Now, this is creepy: guests at the Inn at Jim Thorpe have reported seeing ghosts and orbs not only in photographs and hallways but also in their beds. Guests occasionally awaken to find that the chairs in their room have been turned upside-down. Would you dare stay the night at this notoriously haunted hotel in Pennsylvania?

7. The Railroad House Inn, Marietta

If you're in Marietta and are searching for "haunted hotels near me," the Railroad House Inn is your best bet. Staff at the Railroad House Inn report often seeing the ghost of a playful blonde girl in Victorian attire. Numerous other ghosts and apparitions are said to appear here.

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8. Omni Bedford Springs Resort, Bedford

Last but not least on our list of the most haunted hotels in Pennsylvania, the Omni Bedford Springs has an impressive history. This resort, built in the 1880s, is home to a variety of ghosts that guests claim frequently appear in photographs. How eerie is that? If you don't choose to stay at this hotel for its haunted hallways, you might consider visiting for the food; this resort in Pennsylvania has five on-site restaurants!

Have you ever had a paranormal experience or stayed in any of these haunted hotels in Pennsylvania? Be sure to share your experiences with us -- paranormal or otherwise -- in the comments below. We would love to hear from you!

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