The Nittany Lion Inn

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

Suite

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

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

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About the neighborhood

State College

Pennsylvania State University is within a 5-minute walk of The Nittany Lion Inn while other popular sites like Bryce Jordan Center are within a mile (2 km). This 230-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

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

Historic hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Renovated in 2024, The Nittany Lion Inn offers a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is offered for USD 25 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this historic hotel include conference space, a vending machine, and an ATM.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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

Restaurants on site

  • Dear Joe Cafe
  • Lionne
  • Triplett's

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • 9,648 square feet of conference space

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Renovated entire property - September 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Nittany Lion Inn?

The Nittany Lion Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around The Nittany Lion Inn?

This hotel is located in State College, a short 12-minute walk from The Arboretum at Penn State and also 9 minutes on foot from Palmer Museum of Art. You'll also find Bryce Jordan Center and Beaver Stadium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 25 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Nittany Lion Inn include a casino at the property?

No, The Nittany Lion Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Nittany Lion Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Nittany Lion Inn good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this historic hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk.

Does The Nittany Lion Inn have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Nittany Lion Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Nittany Lion Inn serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Lionne.

Will The Nittany Lion Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Nittany Lion Inn for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Nittany Lion Inn?

The closest major airport to The Nittany Lion Inn is State College, PA (SCE-University Park), which is 5.5 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Nittany Lion Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Nittany Lion Inn.

The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 842 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1032 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
PSU visit. Excellent location. Hotel dining was great. Shower was BEAUTIFUL.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward, Dresher

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Nittany Lion in is absolutely charming! I was visiting for the arts festival and enjoyed my stay very much. We dined on the patio at Lionne, had morning coffee in Dear Joe’s, and cocktails and snacks in Tripletts. Loved all of it! I want to come back in the fall to enjoy cocktails by the fire on Tripletts patio and in the 1855 lounge. Can’t wait for fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ, Jefferson Hills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff especially friendly bartenders at Tripletts
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning in our room was not working for the first couple days, and the room was hot. The AC was fixed the night before our departure. Also, the student staff at Joe's Cafe was not very energetic in doing their work behind the counter to wait on people in line.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean , nice staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward Murrow

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Beautiful place with excellent service. Close to everything in State College.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Service for dinner was very slow; dessert was comped tho. Food very good! No receipt emailed????
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very nice clean only thing I didnt like is having to pay 25 dollars for valet parking Incase I wanted to come and go like to be able to park my self and not be babysat to get my vehicle
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at the Nittany Lion Inn and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The lobby was very welcoming and a great place to relax. Room was well equipped and had lots of nice touches. Overall beautiful hotel and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully renovated fancy hotel. Rooms were spacious. Courtyard beautiful. Restaurant onsite was great. Staff was very friendly. I have a pickup truck so parking situation was basically valet or bust. Would have preferred to self park on the lot. Air conditioner didn’t work great in my room someone had to come to repair it and it still didn’t really work right. Bed felt slanted and uncomfortable. But I’d still go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wrayanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super property

Excellent staff, beautiful lobby and room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and quiet. We appreciated the water and apples in the lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I love the Nittany Lion Inn on Penn State’s campus. It’s such a lovely historic inn and the recent renovations were well-done with classy touches and nods to legends. The renovated lobby feels like the campus living room. Joe’s Cafe and Triplett’s are favorite comfort spots. The bedroom and bathroom were beautiful. The only issue was the warm temperature in the room. It was a hot & humid day and the a/c system wasn’t keeping up. A portable fan would be an appreciated addition for days like this.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in this hotel many years ago and it was a beautiful, historic property. The recent renovations enhanced the property while keeping the historic character. WELL DONE!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025