Sands Bethlehem
77 Sands Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18015
877-726-3777
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Planning your trip to the Christmas City?
Here’s some important and helpful tidbits to make your trip even better.
Bethlehem is split down the middle by the Lehigh River, which means we have TWO unique downtown experiences.
When it comes to dining, Sands Bethlehem always brings so much to the table. Like our outstanding variety, from gourmet to classic comfort foods – you’ll find a place for every taste. Not to mention our exemplary service and attention to details.
Emeril’s Chop House
Experience the essence of fine dining and indulge in a variety of irresistible dishes featuring tender steak cuts, mouth-watering prime rib and so much more.
877-726-3777
Buddy V’s Ristorante
Twists on Italian-American favorites, as well as Valastro family favorites like Sunday Gravy, Steak Pizzaioli and Linguine and Clams with Lobster.
877-726-3777
Emeril’s Fish House
Chef Emeril Lagasse brings his love of fresh seafood and signature “New, New Orleans” style of cooking – a twist on Louisiana’s classic Creole dishes — to the new and improved Emeril’s Fish House. On the menu, you’ll find Chef Emeril’s kicked-up versions of market fresh fish and shellfish creations alongside flavorful steaks and inspired pork and chicken dishes.
877-726-3777
Burgers And More by Emeril
Enjoy prime and grass-fed beef burgers, seafood, turkey and veggie selections and much more.
877-726-3777
1741 on the Terrace
Historic Hotel Bethlehem
437 Main St., Bethlehem, PA 18018
Tap Room
Historic Hotel Bethlehem
437 Main St., Bethlehem, PA 18018
McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar
534 Main St., Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 861-7631
Molly’s Irish Grille and Sports Pub
4 E. 4th St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 868-1313
Social Still
530 E 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 625-4585
Less than a mile away from SteelStacks, you can make a night of it at the award-winning, AAA 4 Diamond Sands Hotel! The Sands Hotel features 282 recently renovated rooms complete with all of the latest in modern amenities. We offer free wireless high speed internet access, in-room dining, plush pillow top beds, 42” flat-screen LCD HDTVs, media hubs and more! Culinary offerings include Buddy Valastro’s Buddy V’s Ristorante, Carlo’s Bakery from the hit TLC series Cake Boss™, and three signature restaurants from celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse – Emeril’s Chop House, Burgers And More by Emeril and Emeril’s Fish House.
Nicknamed the Christmas City Hotel, Historic Hotel Bethlehem is the perfect place to be during the holiday seasons. There’s no better way to get into the Christmas Spirit than by admiring the lobby’s sparkling Christmas trees, life size toy soldiers, and hand painted nativity scene. The breathtaking decorations coupled with the hotel’s historic charm will transport you into a winter wonderland you won’t forget. Contact Hotel Bethlehem today at 610.625.5000, to discover their Christmas packages for this season!
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bethlehem Airport – Allentown Area
3375 High Point Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 882-2255
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites features 80 rooms that include King or Double Queens, complimentary Wi-Fi, deluxe breakfast and a shuttle service. Book today!
The Comfort Suites University is a smoke-free and pet-friendly hotel located close enough to Lehigh University for you to enjoy a healthy walk.
Best Western Lehigh Valley Hotel and Conference Center
300 Gateway Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 954-5007
Courtyard Allentown Bethlehem/Lehigh Valley Airport
2160 Motel Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Courtyard by Marriott
2220 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem, PA
(610) 625-9500
Residence Inn Allentown Bethlehem/Lehigh Valley Airport
(Pet friendly)
2180 Motel Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18018
From the Blog
Christmas City Combo Ticket
This holiday season, experience “Christmas City, USA” like never before as Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and ArtsQuest partner to offer the “Christmas City Combo Ticket” providing admission to Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, Historic Bethlehem’s “Trees of Historic Bethlehem” exhibit, and four historic buildings.
Holly Jolly Things to Do with ArtsQuest
Bethlehem, PA is called The Christmas City for a reason: we do the holiday right! At SteelStacks and The Banana Factory, we make sure our lineup is as full of holiday merriment as St. Nick’s bag of presents. From one of the country’s best Christmas markets to festive concerts, classic films, seasonal art projects and comedy shows that will make you laugh so hard you shoot eggnog out of your nose, ArtsQuest will get you in the holiday spirit!
UNIVEST NAMED PRESENTING SPONSOR OF CHRISTKINDLMARKT BETHLEHEM
One of the region’s top holiday attractions, Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, is adding to its holiday experience this year thanks to the support of Univest Bank and Trust Co., the new presenting sponsor of the event. Named one of the top holiday markets by media like Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler, Christkindlmarkt kicks off its 26th year when it begins its six-weekend run at SteelStacks Nov. 16.
Your Musikfest Favorites Return to SteelStacks!
Musikfest is undoubtedly the best ten days of the summer, bringing hundreds of incredible musicians to Bethlehem once a year. The problem is just that, though: it’s only once a year. It’s difficult to wait 365 days to see and hear your favorite bands you’ve grown to love! But we’ve got you covered, fellow ‘festers…The Musikfest spirit continues year-round in the Musikfest Cafe presented by Yuengling at SteelStacks!
A Shining Star: National Design Awards Highlight SteelStacks
On Sept. 7, the City of Bethlehem Redevelopment Authority, ArtsQuest and PBS 39 were presented with the 2017 Rudy Bruner Gold Medal Award for Urban Excellence...