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Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center

Property class: 2.5
Altoona hotel with 2 restaurants and indoor pool

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Located in Altoona, Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and an arcade/game room. Enjoy American cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants, unwind by the garden or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • ATM/banking services

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
$108 nightly
The total price is $120
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(80 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(79 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Balcony, Poolside

A pool area with a wooden deck and white chairs.

Room, Balcony, Poolside

7.2 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Pool Access, Poolside

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a window with curtains, and a view of a pool area.

Room, Pool Access, Poolside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Jetted Tub

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Room, Jetted Tub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Sheraton drive, Altoona, PA, 16601

What's nearby

  • Plank Road Commons - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Peoples Natural Gas Field - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Penn State Altoona - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark - 12 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 27 min drive
  • Johnstown, PA (JST-John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County) - 48 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 140 min drive
  • Altoona Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • Tyrone Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sheetz - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center

  • Enjoy your visit to Altoona with a stay at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Grouse's Nest, one of 2 restaurants, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 124 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Braille signage
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

The Grouse's Nest - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
The Laurel Room - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Altoona Grand Hotel
Altoona Grand
Altoona & Conference Center
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Hotel
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Altoona
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Hotel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

Does Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center 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.

Is there a pool at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center and nearby?

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center has an indoor pool and a fitness center, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring American cuisine.

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Reviews

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Very good

The staff here are so friendly and helpful
Ann, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

All around good place with good amenities such as a good restaurant/bar, pool, snacks, etc. Plus, there is a very nice lobby area. The breakfast, especially on the weekends, is very good with scrambled eggs, potatoes and ham, as well as waffles.
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly, place was beautiful, very easy to access.
Adrian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Desk gal shady was so nice. Hotel wa comfortable for my one night stay
donald, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Love staying here - clean, comfortable, and centrally located
Joseph, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

I had a lovely stay at the Altoona Grand Hotel. From the helpful and friendly staff to the sparkling clean and spacious room, my stay was excellent. It was quiet, and I felt very safe. If in the area again, this will be the place I stay.
Tracy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The pool was lovely. Very warm like bathwater. The staff was nice. I wish the elevator was more centrally located.
Krissy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and location. They have a great restaurant and the fish & chips are the best. There is plenty of coffee in the morning as well.
Kenneth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place and location for our visit to Baker Mansion & Cresson Sanatorium! Grouse's Nest was the perfect place to chill.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, bed comfortable, got a good nights sleep, staff all very nice, enjoyed breakfast.
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great. Going through the cafeteria to our room was a bit confusing
Thomas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice place restaurants on site good food the rooms were clean minor rust minimum curtain stains bed was comfortable pool area was nice interior of hotel overall nice I would stay again price affordable 3 star level hotel
Excercise room
Excercise room
Pool inside
Pool inside
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. It was a very good stay.
Sean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was great and the pool is awesome!!!
Deanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant staff affordable room.
Joel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room and sheets and towels really clean and fresh,their hot breakfast was delish,alot to choose from,eggs ham ,home fries Belgin waffles 🧇 juice I think the granola for the yogurt was homemade it was delish.And fresh coffee ☕ is available for free all day also.Nice indoor swimming pool,we have stayed there a few times and will definitely choose it again.
Rush, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Location, Rooms were very good
CHARLIE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast is great!!! Pool is great!!! Staff is great!!!! I stay there every time I go to Altoona!!! Definitely worth it ... ESPECIALLY with kids!!!!
Jennifer, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was outstanding! The staff was so friendly, the rooms nice, clean, quiet, and comfortable. Pool was warm. We will definitely be back.
Julie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was very clean. The staff were super friendly.
Jasmine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room great staff
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly! Room was clean and pool is nice.
Hillary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, large parking lot, friendly staff.
Jon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast needs improvement. Rooms are good. Lots or parking. In center of town. Friendly staff.
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great staff, clean room
Ignacio, 2-night trip