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The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

Property class: 3.5
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Terrace/patio
Lobby
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Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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215 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA, 16803
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Nittany Medical Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪8 min drive‬
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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

State College

Located within a 5-minute walk of Pennsylvania State University, The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center is within a mile (2 km) of Mount Nittany Medical Center. This 3.5-star hotel has 300 rooms and welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mount Nittany Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Prospector’s Mount Nittany Rib Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bonfire Old-Fashioned Bbq - ‬6 min drive
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About this property

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

Guests of The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have access to an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle during limited hours. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a conference center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
55-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 18 to 50 for adults and USD 18 to 35 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Legends
  • The Gardens

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (57,996 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 53 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 18 to 50 for adults, and USD 18 to 35.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 53 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

This hotel is located in State College, close to Bryce Jordan Center, Beaver Stadium, and Pegula Ice Arena. You'll also find The Arboretum at Penn State and Nittany Mall within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

As of Apr 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center on May 17, 2026 start from $134, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center for a fee of USD 53 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

How close is the airport from The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

The closest major airport to The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center is State College, PA (SCE-University Park), which is 5.6 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center if that's in your vacation plans.

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 926 out of 1519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1519 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prof staff, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. View from our room of the mountains was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

matthew

Business traveler
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jenell

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jenell

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Ardmore

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay at the Penn Stater Hotel. The room was spotless, everything seemed brand new and it had all the amenities I could think of.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

mark, Leesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bring your own pillow!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Leigh Ann

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hall smelled like dog excrement. There were 2 hairs IN the bed, one on sink. Two pieces of small garbage on the floor and the bathroom/shower was gross! Terribly disgusted with this property. I highly do NOT recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nakisha

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great and the pool was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, room and accommodations were good. Bed comfort was extremely poor so much so that we checked out in the middle of the night to drive 4 hours home to get sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a relaxing time in a very clean room, great meals and excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness
No heat
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great! The staff was nice and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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