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Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center

Property class: 2.5

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A spacious indoor area with a central water feature, seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.
An indoor water feature with a brick waterfall, surrounded by potted plants and benches.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.
A bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, hanging lights, and a television screen.
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered driveway, and a white car parked in front.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Explore the area

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1 Sheraton drive, Altoona, PA, 16601
  • Place, Plank Road Commons
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Penn State Altoona
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johnstown, PA (JST-John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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
(82 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(84 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, Balcony, Poolside

A pool area with a wooden deck and white chairs.

Room, Balcony, Poolside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(12 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Altoona

At Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Plank Road Commons and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The family restaurant, The Grouse's Nest, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and kids' swimming pool. 0 square feet (0 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Altoona hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Holiday Bowl and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Galactic Ice.

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 Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center offers its guests a kids' pool, an indoor pool, and a fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 3 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 0 square feet (0 square metres) and includes a conference centre. The business-friendly Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center also features a garden, laundry facilities, and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

This Altoona hotel is smoke free.

  • 124 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 0 sq ft of conference space
  • 0 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center offers 124 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Altoona hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • The Grouse's Nest
  • The Laurel Room

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

As of 5 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$132, 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.

Is parking available at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Yep, Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center has a free self car park.

Does Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center has an indoor pool and a kids' pool.

Is Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center is a hit with families.

Does Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests give a thumbs up to the free continental breakfast here! Served daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

No, Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

No, pets are not allowed.

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 466 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1019 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, place was beautiful, very easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here - clean, comfortable, and centrally located
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arcangela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome visit. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is one of my favorite places to stay when I come to Altoona to watch some Curve games.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was ok over all place was nice friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike Yanky Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and bed comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel staff. The pool was just what we needed. Our second time there and will be back next year. Thank You!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time at the Grand Hotel. The place is beautiful with vintage hints but very well kept! The rooms are spacious very clean and mine had a jetted tub. My room was directly outside the indoor pool which was super cute and convenient . The restaurant and bar was amazing! Great food and drinks and all the staff were very nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Macey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Leora

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Because of the banquet rooms, the hotel could be loud depending upon where you stay, but overall the location and price was right. And the property was maintained despite the age. I'd recommend it as an easy and affordable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was somewhat dated but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff were kind and helpful. Easy drive to convention center.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean well kept hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location for our visit to Baker Mansion & Cresson Sanatorium! Grouse's Nest was the perfect place to chill.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bed comfortable, got a good nights sleep, staff all very nice, enjoyed breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lobby was very nice, property is showing some signs of age. Overall a good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and great food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean...staff at front desk were very nice and helpful...only thing needed is to add orange juice along with the apple juice instead of water at breakfast...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast had lots of good choices, staff was excellent. I did not use the bar
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

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