The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Pennsylvania State University
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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Standard Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Bar (on property)
Lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool

Explore the area

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215 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA, 16803
  • Pennsylvania State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Beaver Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪9 min drive‬
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Room options

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

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

State College

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center places you next to Pennsylvania State University and within 2 miles (3 km) of Mount Nittany Medical Center. This 3.5-star hotel has 300 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

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 - 2.2 miles
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Prospectors, Mount Nittany Rib Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Happy Valley Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brother's Pizza & Pasta - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Voodoo Brewing Company - State College Pub - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

Hotel with free parking, steps from Pennsylvania State University
Guests of The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have access to an indoor pool, a 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 luggage storage and concierge services. 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 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 7:00 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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Gardens

Things to do

  • 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

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 Beaver Stadium and Bryce Jordan Center. You'll also find The Arboretum at Penn State and Pegula Ice Arena within a short drive.

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

As of Sep 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center on Oct 5, 2025 start from $116.1, excluding 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.

Is there parking available at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

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.

Is The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a garden-view restaurant.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have a hot tub?

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

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

Yes, The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Gardens.

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.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

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 (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center.

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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 624 out of 1104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1104 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a bit disappointed with this hotel. They are in the midst of renovations but our room did not have working lights
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

eduard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely beautiful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Pittsburgh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to PSU. Excellent staff. Renovated rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

I added a second day to my stay and no one cleaned my room after day one.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was clean. We had a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina, Bishopville

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

joules

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was nicely renovated, but the rooms did not have microwaves installed yet. Also, the pool was under construction which we didn’t know would be an issue when we booked.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENT JASON

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was going through some renovation work during my stay. I could not give it a perfect score.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in. Room was clean and comfy. Exactly what we needed for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Louann

Traveled with family
Couldn’t controll the temp in our room. And we had no phone or hotel info in our room so we had no idea where to find an i e machine. We were staying in the 5th floor and our room was newly renovated so it was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iyee

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was undergoing some renovations during our stay, but the room was very clean and spacious, and the staff was very friendly and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

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

6/10 Okay

Roger

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was fine. Only one bath towel in the room. Shower had very little water pressure, more like a light rain. Long hair in the shower. No extra toilet paper. No general hotel instructions provided. Check-in and check-out were efficient. Staff was friendly-especially the waitress, Carla, in the breakfast cafe. Food was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025