The Nittany Lion Inn

Property class: 3
Historic hotel with restaurant, near Pennsylvania State University

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The Nittany Lion Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Lionne, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this historic hotel include a free airport shuttle and a bar/lounge.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
$145 nightly
The total price is $160
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a television on a small table, and a window providing natural light.

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white and orange pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp and a vase of flowers.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a door.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a blue armchair, a wooden side table, and a bench.

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE Accessible-Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA, 16803

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Arboretum at Penn State - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 7 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Waring (West) Commons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café 210 West - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bill Pickle's Tap Room - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chumley's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Nittany Lion Inn

  • The Nittany Lion Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Lionne, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this historic hotel include a free airport shuttle and a bar/lounge.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 230 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

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

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (9648 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1930
  • ATM/banking
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Lionne - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Triplett's - This pub serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Dear Joe Cafe - This coffee shop serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 12 per night
  • Valet parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Nittany Lion Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Nittany Lion Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 12 per night. Valet parking costs USD 25 per night.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Nittany Lion Inn and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Lionne.

What's the area around The Nittany Lion Inn like?

The Nittany Lion Inn is in the heart of State College, a short 1-minute walk from Pennsylvania State University and 12 minutes' walk from The Arboretum at Penn State.

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