The Nittany Lion Inn

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

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast available
Parking available
Pet friendly
Gym

Explore the area

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

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Exceptional

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite

Wonderful

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Exceptional

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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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Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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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

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

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

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Oct 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent accommodations

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family

Sep 21, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ, Jefferson Hills

Traveled with partner

Traveled with family

Doris

Traveled with group

Jul 14, 2025

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

Traveled with family

Jul 13, 2025

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

Jul 13, 2025

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

Jul 13, 2025

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

Jul 13, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Jul 12, 2025

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

Jul 12, 2025

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