The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
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Same order as the list above: largest guest-room count first. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.
| # | Hotel | Guest rooms | Guest rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center | 300 | (1,831) |
| 2 | Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center | 284 | (1,533) |
| 3 | The Nittany Lion Inn | 230 | (2,595) |
| 4 | Super 8 by Wyndham State College | 141 | (1,608) |
| 5 | Hampton Inn State College | 119 | (1,001) |
| 6 | Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA | 113 | (2,734) |
| 7 | Holiday Inn Express State College at Williamsburg Square by IHG | 106 | (1,000) |
| 8 | Hilton Garden Inn State College | 103 | (785) |
| 9 | Toftrees Golf Resort | 102 | (1,575) |
| 10 | Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State | 97 | (1,111) |
| 11 | Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott State College | 83 | (681) |
| 12 | Residence Inn by Marriott State College | 81 | (238) |
| 13 | Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites | 79 | (1,002) |
| 14 | Courtyard by Marriott State College | 78 | (357) |
| 15 | Comfort Suites State College near Penn State | 77 | (1,001) |
Frequently asked questions
What makes a hotel one of the biggest in State College?
The biggest hotels you can book in State College have 230 rooms or more. The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center leads the list with 300 rooms, followed by Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center at 284 rooms and The Nittany Lion Inn at 230 rooms. These properties offer the capacity to accommodate many travelers under one roof.
How does billing work when my company books rooms at multiple large hotels in State College?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you receive one invoice even when your team books across multiple properties or dates. The platform supports multiple payment options and has no membership fee. This makes it easier to manage expenses when your organization has several people traveling to State College.
How can I compare the biggest hotels in State College to decide which is right for my team?
On Engine, you can search and compare these hotels side by side, reviewing room count, pre-negotiated rates, and available amenities. The Penn Stater has 300 rooms, Ramada by Wyndham has 284, and The Nittany Lion Inn has 230, so capacity varies. Features like on-site dining, parking, and meeting space (when available) also differ by property.
How far ahead should I book if I need a block of rooms at a large State College hotel?
For a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking, and earlier is generally better to secure availability at the largest properties. For 8 rooms or fewer, you can book self-serve on the platform. Lead time depends on the season and the size of your group, but reaching out several weeks to a few months in advance is a good practice.
Can I use the biggest hotels in State College for a single business traveler, or are they only for groups?
These large hotels work equally well for individual business travelers and groups. You can book a single room at The Penn Stater, Ramada by Wyndham, or The Nittany Lion Inn just as easily as you would arrange stays for a team. Engine's pre-negotiated rates and consolidated invoicing apply whether one person or many are traveling.