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The Nittany Lion Inn

The Nittany Lion Inn
The Nittany Lion Inn – State College, PA
The Nittany Lion Inn – State College, PA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Nittany Lion Inn

This inn is located on the Pennsylvania State University campus and features free shuttle service to the nearby University Park Airport and local attractions. On-site dining is available. Each room at the Nittany Lion Inn features cable TV, an private bathroom, and an iPod docking station. Some suites include a seating area, microwave, and refrigerator. Free Wi-Fi is accessible in every room. Guests can use the fitness center at the State College Nittany Lion Inn. The reception is open 24-hours. The Dining Room serves American dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Sunday brunch and a Friday seafood buffet are provided. Whiskers is a casual pub-style restaurant with late night dining and full bar. Beaver Stadium is 5 minutes’ drive from the inn. Penn State Golf Course is 4 miles away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Airport shuttle
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.7 / 5
Excellent 2491 reviews
  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Clean, quiet. Staff was great ,friendly and helpful. Room was spotless, spacious and beautifully decorated. Just a wonderful trip and surroundings. Restaurants were great and reasonably priced. Can't wait to go back!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Beautiful beautiful hotel rooms. The facility was nice and clean. The staff was very friendly wonderful environment.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Staff was well trained from the valet to the front desk.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    It was a LaVaza device, made a lot of noise and dispensed a very small amount of luke warm coffee. Wish they had better equipment as the first morning coffee is an important part of my waking up.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Hotel is recently renovated, clean, and has lots of school spirits. Great location. There are water bottle filling stations in the ice rooms which was appreciated. Room was smaller than expected, no microwave, and did not have a toilette paper holder for some reason but was otherwise comfortable and clean. Self parking was not free which was a little misleading.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Amazing location. Excellent room and facilities. 3 restaurants. Friendly and helpful staff. Can’t say enough good things. Nothing.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The hotel was beautifully maintained piece of history. Dinner at Lionne was amazing!! Our server Jason made the dinner experience even better.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I arrived at 1:00 a.m. due to a flight delay and found that my assigned room had not been cleaned. Although I was exhausted, I returned to the front desk, and the staff promptly changed my room. The next day, I noticed there was no shower gel. Reception informed me that their shipment was delayed, but it would be helpful to notify guests in advance so they can prepare accordingly. Additionally, the coffee machine in the room was out of order, though the staff replaced it upon request.Despite these inconveniences, the staff's service was excellent. The location is highly convenient with ample parking nearby, and the property has a charming aesthetic. The complimentary coffee and croissants were also enjoyable. I like this establishment and believe my experience was simply an unfortunate isolated incident.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

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  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Layout and design and amenities made for an enjoyable and comfortable stay.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I had an absolutely wonderful stay at The Nittany Lion Inn while in State College for Penn State’s summer semester graduation. Staying here made an already special weekend feel even more memorable. The Inn is beautiful and does an amazing job of blending its historic Penn State charm with a modern, elegant atmosphere. Everything felt warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed. My room was extremely clean, comfortable, and relaxing, which was exactly what I needed during such a busy and exciting graduation weekend. The staff was exceptional from start to finish. Everyone I encountered was friendly, professional, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The location is also perfect for anyone visiting Penn State, especially for graduation, since you are so close to campus and right in the heart of the Penn State experience. Graduating from Penn State was a major milestone for me, and staying at The Nittany Lion Inn was the perfect way to celebrate the occasion. There is something special about being surrounded by so much Penn State history and tradition during such an important moment. I would highly recommend The Nittany Lion Inn to anyone visiting State College, whether for graduation, a football weekend, a campus event, or simply a getaway. I truly enjoyed my stay and would absolutely choose the Inn again the next time I’m in State College. We Are!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

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  • Engine customer Aug 2026

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    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Location was excellent for the Volleyball tournament at Rec Hall. The grounds were beautiful with lots of places to sit and relax. Room was clean, spacious and comfortable. The staff from the front desk to the valet to the restaurant staff were all very professional and friendly.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Wonderful dinner there during our stay!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Spacious and clean rooms. Definitely would stay here again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The staff was awesome. Jaime at the front desk went above and beyond to make our stay very special. The breakfast was delicious and the service was great. The valets were courteous and helpful. Everything was exceptional. The bed was not as firm as we like.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Room seemed clean, toilet was not flushing properly but we didn't know til later at night. Did tell them at checkout though. Somewhat over rated.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Location, room, lobby, restuarant, valet Room make up was done after repeated requests. On my check out there was lot of confusion about my settelement. I am still trying to figure out which card has been charged. My bank statement shows one of my credit cards have been fully charged on checking in, while the front desk said no payment was made. Subsequenrly, another card was charged, so now I have overpayment of USD 500. Waiting for bank to open next week and address the issue.

Frequently asked questions about The Nittany Lion Inn

Does The Nittany Lion Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Nittany Lion Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Nittany Lion Inn offer parking?
Yes, The Nittany Lion Inn offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does The Nittany Lion Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Nittany Lion Inn features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Nittany Lion Inn have a fitness center?
Yes, The Nittany Lion Inn features an on-site fitness center for guests.
Where is The Nittany Lion Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
The Nittany Lion Inn is located at 200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803. With a Walk Score of 57, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Nittany Lion Inn
  • Pennsylvania State University 0.4 mi
  • State College Regional Airport 3.8 mi
  • Interstate 99 5.2 mi

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