There are many motels/b&b's along Route 30 in Lancaster, a highway with restaurants, FABRIC SHOPS, tourist attractions, etc. There are several side roads north (about 3 miles) to Rte 340 and the towns of Intercourse, Bird-In-Hand, etc. Many motels along those side roads and a few on 340. It's not a huge area, these are central to what you probably want. Downtown Lancaster isn't Amish country. Very nice, but it's a city, not "tourist-y". Someone recommended Strasburg, a short ride south from Rte 30 and worth spending some time there. You'll get lots of recommendations for fabric/quilt shops but here's a buffet you should make note of - Diener's (yes, on Rte 30), not one of the big tourist spots, lots of locals eat there. Great food, all home cooked, all you can eat, around $10, and NEXT DOOR TO A LARGE GIFT SHOP WITH A SECOND FLOOR QUILTER'S PARADISE. Fabrics, books, anything you want. You can find these easily by looking for a large working windmill on the west side of Rte 30. Have a great time!