Places to stay in Bradford, Pennsylvania
Bradford is a small city located in rural McKean County, Pennsylvania, in the United States 78 miles south of Buffalo, New York. Settled in 1823, Bradford was chartered as a city in 1879 and emerged as a wild oil boomtown in the Pennsylvanian oil rush in the late 19th century. The area's Pennsylvania Grade crude oil has superior qualities and is free of asphaltic constituents, contains only trace amounts of sulfur and nitrogen, and has excellent characteristics for refining into lubricants. World-famous Kendall racing oils were produced in Bradford. Local dining options include Beefeaters, and Fratellis Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor.
If you are travelling in the area, Bradford is located close to Leonard Brook, Railroad Run, Saint John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kennedy Springs Picnic Area and Rew Volunteer Fire Department.
Available Bradford lodging
We currently have 15 accommodations in and around Bradford.
Bradford Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay
Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
Guests will enjoy the convenience of our hotels location in Bradford.
We are located just off Route 219 South and within a short driving distance to a number of attractions, businesses and surrounding cities, including Olean, NY.
30 Tarport Drive Extension
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Resorts
Glendorn A Lodge In the Country
Nestled in northwestern Pennsylvania, the Lodge at Glendorn is your own step back in time. Enter through the gates and meander along a trout-filled brook to arrive at our redwood main lodge.
1032 West Corydon Street
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Hotels
Quality Inn
You’ll discover relaxing Bradford accommodations at our Quality Inn & Suites® hotel. As our guest, you’ll get to enjoy excellent service from our caring staff and a variety of great amenities, including free WiFi, outdoor parking, a business center and complimentary breakfast.
76 Elm Street
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Hotels
Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge® in Bradford offers easy access to historical attractions in the city and natural wonders in the nearby Allegheny National Forest.
Our comfortable rooms offer a cozy retreat.
515 South Avenue
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Resorts
Glendorn Inn
Each accommodation is unique. You may prefer to stay in the Big House, constructed in 1929, in the suites or spacious rooms. Or you might enjoy more solitude in one of the cabins. Glendorn has a total of 41 wood burning fireplaces and each suite or cabin has at least one..
1000 Glendorn Drive
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Bed & Breakfasts
Mountain Laurel Inn
The Mountain Laurel Inn is located in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains. Year-round activities include antiquing, hiking, boating, golf, hunting, fishing, fall foliage tours, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and downhill skiing..
136 Jackson Avenue
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
For guests who are traveling for leisure, there are a variety of fun and educational indoor and outdoor activities near our hotel. Lace up your hiking boots and adventure through the trails at Allegany State Park or take the family for a day on the slopes at Holiday Valley Ski Resort.
30 Tarport Drive Extension
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Hotels
Best Western Plus
★★★★★★
Discover this Bradford, PA hotel conveniently located near the Zippo Lighter/Case Knife Visitors Center, the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, the Seneca-Allegany Casino, and Holiday Valley Ski Resort.
"I<BR/>was very pleased no complaints will definalty will be back with in the year. Great location for pitt bradford university the real reason for my stay."
100 S Davis Street
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Hotels
Americas Best Value Inn
Bradford is well known as the home of Zippo a collectible pocket lighters manufacturer and Case a collectible knives manufacturer owned by Zippo.
920 East Main Street
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Motel
The DeSoto Motel was established in 1960 and is one of the oldest hotels in the Bradford area. There are 40 rentable rooms each with full size beds and daily maid service.
The hotel is small, clean and has a quiet atmosphere. It is located approximately 3 miles from the center of Bradford.
920 East Main Street
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Bradford Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches
Campsite / RV Parks
Woodhaven Campgrounds
Woodhaven Acres is located in the midst of the Alleghany National Forest. It places us very near to all that the Alleghany Forest has to offer.
3295 Route 59
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Cottages
Woodhaven Acres
Woodhaven Acres is located in the midst of the Alleghany National Forest. It places us very near to all that the Alleghany Forest has to offer.
Kinzua Heights
Bradford, Pennsylvania
Campsite / RV Parks
Kinzua East KOA Campground
Dense forests enfold Kinzua East KOA in the Allegheny National Forest. Deer and other wildlife may wander by as you doze by the pool or campfire. A classic excursion takes you through the near-wilderness to Kinzua Bridge State Park.
Route 59, Kinzua Heights
Bradford, Pennsylvania
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Renamed properties
- Econo Lodge at 515 South Avenue may have been previously known as De Soto Holiday House
- Quality Inn at 76 Elm Street may have been previously known as Comfort Inn
- Americas Best Value Inn at 920 East Main Street may have been previously known as Motel De Soto