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The Nittany Lion Inn

3.0 star property
3-star historic hotel near Pennsylvania State University

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym

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200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA, 16803
  • Pennsylvania State University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Beaver Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

State College

City center stay.Your stay at this State College hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Pennsylvania State University and Palmer Museum of Art. Also, The Arboretum at Penn State is within half a mile (1 km) and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Waring (West) Commons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café 210 West - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chumley's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tadashi #2 - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Nittany Lion Inn

3-star historic hotel near Pennsylvania State University
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 9648 square feet (896 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the historic The Nittany Lion Inn. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of The Nittany Lion Inn was completed in September 2024.

This 3-star State College hotel is smoke free.

  • 230 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 9648 sq ft of conference space
  • 896 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1930
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Nittany Lion Inn offers 230 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 12 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Nittany Inn
Nittany Lion
Nittany Lion Inn
Nittany Lion Inn State College
Nittany Lion State College
The Nittany Lion Inn Hotel
The Nittany Lion Inn State College
The Nittany Lion Inn Hotel State College

The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 839 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1039 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JONI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere was charming and full of Penn State tradition. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. It's in a great location—perfect for visiting campus or attending events. I’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JONI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, very clean, and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Todd Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, WAYNE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter, PHILA

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautifully decorated with a relaxing atmosphere. I was there during a heat wave and unfortunately the room was not cool despite setting the AC very low and maintenance checking that it was set properly. I would stay there again but not in the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harlan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very cosy, you feel “like home” the style and the ambiance is absolutely charming. The food in the triplet was good, the food in the lionne was “okay” My room was great, i had to change room because the A/C was not working properly. The staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating, the room and hotel overall was clean. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remodel is beautiful with lovely PSU touches throughout. Perfect spot when attending NSO with my incoming freshman. Loved being close to campus. Also, the ambience, food,service and drinks at Triplett’s were fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This spot is lovely. Beautifully decorated, clean, convenient to campus and elegant without breaking the bank.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debby

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I called to see if we could check in early and our room was ready, so we zipped on over. The front desk person was super kind and knowledgeable. Super easy check-in!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, friendly staff, clean, well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle St.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on the campus of Penn State University. Room was spacious, bathroom was very clean and well appointed. Nice cocktails in the newly remodeled Tripletts bar
Ceiling in Tripletts Bar
King room
Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

L

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at The Nittany Lion Inn years ago for a PennTAP conference prior to COVID , and returned this past weekend with my wife. It was just as charming as I remembered, but I noticed a few concerns this time around—perhaps because I work in Facility Management. The staff was friendly, but there were communication issues. When we arrived on our motorcycle, the valet said we couldn’t park in the lot and had to use the garage. I emailed the Inn and was told the opposite—that motorcycles aren't allowed in the garage and we should park in the lot for $12. When we returned to check in, a different valet said it was $25. Even after showing the email, he insisted on the higher rate. It was frustrating and confusing. The room was beautiful, but the upkeep missed the mark. The HVAC return and bathroom vent were dusty, furniture and lights needed attention, and there was popcorn on the floor near the trash can. The toilet seat was broken, and the ice bucket was wet and smelled of beer. It’s disappointing to see such a lovely, historic place lose some of its shine. With better staff training and clearer internal communication, these issues could be easily fixed. I still love this Inn and hope to return for a better experience next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for our visit to Penn State for New Student Orientation - everything was walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean hotel on Penn State campus. Highly recommend a stay if you are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025