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1806

Omni Bedford Springs Resort

Bedford, Pennsylvania
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2138 US 22 Business, Bedford, Pennsylvania 15522 Original Property Opened in 1806 Historic Hotels of America member since 2014
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tours

For centuries, the Native Americans - likely the Delaware, Susquehannock, Shawnee, and Iroquois - used the mineral springs in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains for their curative powers, a custom that they shared with local doctor John Anderson in the 1790s. Anderson then began prescribing specialized treatments for afflicted guests, who journeyed from around the world to experience the healing waters. To accommodate the growing number of patients, Anderson built an inn in 1806 using stone quarried from the mountain adjacent to the springs. Over the next century, Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa added fine resort amenities, including one of the first golf courses and indoor pools in America. A $120 million renovation has since restored this National Historic Landmark, which is once again one of America’s grandest resort hotels.

Discover

  • Discover the amazing heritage of the Omni Bedford Springs Resort, stewarded today through the preservation of many of the original features. Dating back to 1806, this outstanding holiday destination still displays its original red brick façade and white columns and is designated as a U.S. National Historic Landmark District.
  • Learn how the Omni Bedford Springs Resort became the site of many significant moments in history. The resort has hosted a long list of celebrities, wealthy clientele, corporate magnates, and dignitaries from around the world. To date, the resort has hosted 13 U.S. presidents, including Thomas Jefferson, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Ronald Reagan. James Buchanan in particular adored the resort, using it as a temporary office whenever he went on vacation.
  • Stroll or hike along the more than 25 miles of trails that wind throughout the grounds. The recreation options include an ADA-compliant wheelchair accessible trail. These tranquil pathways are located within 2,200 acres of private forest, which are part of the Allegheny Mountains. A map will be provided for the flora and fauna indigenous to Western Pennsylvania to be found nearby. The picturesque Bedford Heritage Trail is a 2.65 mile trail that begins at the resort and ends at Fort Bedford Park in downtown Bedford, with its historic architecture, museums, monuments, and wining-and-dining opportunities.

Explore

  • Visit The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (SAMA). The Museum maintains a permanent collection of more than 4,500 works by local, regional, national, and international artists. SAMA Bedford is located in the 200-year-old landmark Anderson House, which is now a state-of-the-art museum featuring eight galleries exhibiting a wide variety of artwork.
  • Explore Shawnee Lake at Shawnee State Park. A scenic 20-minute drive from the resort will bring guests to the 3,983-acre park, with recreational opportunities perfect for any season. Adventures await for any season and skill level: hike, bike, picnic, swim, boat, fish, hunt, snowmobile, ice fish, ice skate, and more.
  • Take in the views of the beautiful Bedford County with a self-guided covered bridges tour. Bedford County is well known for its 14 covered bridges, such as the Bowser Covered Bridge, Snook’s Covered Bridge, and the Hewitt Covered Bridge. Built approximately a century ago by craftsmen who worked almost entirely by hand, these structures withstand the rain, snow, and frequent use of the traveling public.

Experience

  • Experience a historic tour of the resort and learn about the healing powers of the Eternal Springs. Listen to the stories of how past presidents used the facility to regenerate their weary minds and bodies. Afterward, cozy up near a relaxing firepit and enjoy a cocktail or s’more underneath a brilliant night sky. Or play a round at one of the country’s first golf courses. Dating back to 1895, the resort’s restored, historic course offers an experience of the highest caliber to rival the most private clubs. This remarkable course spans the work of three golf architectural masters: Spencer Oldham, A.W. Tillinghast, and Donald Ross.
  • Awaken the body and spirit through mindful movement. Available from 8:30 to 10am, Morning Yoga is the perfect way to achieve overall wellness while experiencing this historic resort. People of all yoga skillsets may participate, as novices and experts alike always find the program to be refreshing.
  • Take a horse and buggy ride while experiencing Old Bedford Village. Just eight miles from Omni Bedford Springs Resort, visit Old Bedford Village, an open-air museum and archaeological site which offers guests an opportunity to go back in time, all the way to the 18th century. With 36 period-appropriate workshops, log cabins, period-clothed craftsmen and women, and numerous other activities, this local attraction is a perfect fit for a visitor of any age.

Taste

  • Enjoy a local craft brew or sweet s’mores under the stars at Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa’s Frontier Tavern. Rekindle a zest for the outdoors while dining alfresco next to an inviting outdoor fire pit in the evenings, all in the foothills of the beautiful Allegheny mountains.
  • Taste a selection of single barrel bourbons at the resort’s prohibition-era-style Lobby Bar. Learn about Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa’s colorful history while enjoying cocktail recipe from the past with modern twist.
  • Sample the offerings of Bedford’s excellent restaurants while visiting the town. Enjoy farm-to-table kitchens and historical ambiance in this beloved Pennsylvania locale. Sip a good cup of coffee by local roasters before a stop at Bedford Museum and Fort Bedford. Or return to Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa to enjoy the exhibition kitchen at The Crystal Room or the finest steaks at 1976 Room.
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FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS

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Deluxe Rooms
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Book the Best Available Rate at this property on HistoricHotels.org and receive a complimentary one-year family membership (a $30 value) to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

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While this hotel typically offers the AAA Member Rate, availability is dependent on your exact dates of stay. Please also plan to present member ID at check-in to prove eligibility.

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Special Occasions

Meetings & Groups

The Omni Bedford Springs Resort offers a wonderful selection of indoor and outdoor venues for meetings and events, both large and small. In total, the resort offers some 20,000 sq. ft. of meeting space spread across 22 unique venues. Its two ballrooms can accommodate groups as large as several hundred people. A variety of meeting rooms and board rooms are ideal for smaller groups or breakout sessions. The resort’s professional staff is on hand to ensure that you function is flawless in every detail. Among the services that they will help coordinate is audiovisual setup and catering. This wonderful historic destination even offers unique event management services that include providing a complimentary reservation link, as well as mobile check-ins and guestroom indexing.

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Special Occasions

Weddings

Nestled quietly in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains and fed by ancient mineral springs, this incredible destination entices the senses. From rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies and receptions, bridal showers and post-wedding brunches, the resort’s experienced event coordinators will take the wedding party through every step in the process. They will ensure that no detail is missed, including the guests’ overnight accommodations. As such, there is no better backdrop for your occasion than the Omni Bedford Springs Resort.

Generations of couples have exchanged vows amid the scenic beauty of Bedford Springs. In a time-honored tradition, brides have etched their names and dates into the original glass of the ballroom windows.

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Special Occasions

Meetings & Groups

The Omni Bedford Springs Resort offers a wonderful selection of indoor and outdoor venues for meetings and events, both large and small. In total, the resort offers some 20,000 sq. ft. of meeting space spread across 22 unique venues. Its two ballrooms can accommodate groups as large as several hundred people. A variety of meeting rooms and board rooms are ideal for smaller groups or breakout sessions. The resort’s professional staff is on hand to ensure that you function is flawless in every detail. Among the services that they will help coordinate is audiovisual setup and catering. This wonderful historic destination even offers unique event management services that include providing a complimentary reservation link, as well as mobile check-ins and guestroom indexing.

LEARN MORE
Special Occasions

Weddings

Nestled quietly in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains and fed by ancient mineral springs, this incredible destination entices the senses. From rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies and receptions, bridal showers and post-wedding brunches, the resort’s experienced event coordinators will take the wedding party through every step in the process. They will ensure that no detail is missed, including the guests’ overnight accommodations. As such, there is no better backdrop for your occasion than the Omni Bedford Springs Resort.

Generations of couples have exchanged vows amid the scenic beauty of Bedford Springs. In a time-honored tradition, brides have etched their names and dates into the original glass of the ballroom windows.

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