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The Nittany Lion Inn

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to Pennsylvania State University

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Serves lunch and dinner
Serves lunch and dinner
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Porch

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb

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200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA, 16803
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Arboretum at Penn State
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

State College

The Nittany Lion Inn puts you in the heart of State College, within just a 10-minute stroll of Pennsylvania State University and Palmer Museum of Art. Highlights at this historic hotel include a restaurant, a free airport shuttle and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Lionne, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Triplett's is the hotel's own pub, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Near this 3-property class State College hotel, you'll find Bryce Jordan Center.

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Arboretum at Penn State - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 6 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hibachi-San - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Waring (West) Commons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café 210 West - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tadashi #2 - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Nittany Lion Inn

Historic hotel with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to Pennsylvania State University
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 9648 square feet (896 square metres) and includes conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). A fitness centre, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the historic The Nittany Lion Inn. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of The Nittany Lion Inn was completed in September 2024.

This 3-star State College hotel is smoke free.

  • 230 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 9648 sq ft of conference space
  • 896 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1930
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Nittany Lion Inn offers 230 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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 transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Covered parking on site (USD 12 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Renovated entire property - September 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 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

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • 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
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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; cash is not accepted
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. 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 and Discover. 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

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Nittany Lion Inn?

The Nittany Lion Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nittany Lion Inn?

As of 2 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nittany Lion Inn on 3 Feb 2026 start from AU$179.47, 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 The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yep, The Nittany Lion Inn has a covered self car park for USD 12 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does The Nittany Lion Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Nittany Lion Inn?

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

The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 987 out of 1178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 1178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1178 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a beautiful hotel. Unfortunately our shower wasn’t clean (lots of hair from prior guests). Otherwise a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hopeton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The process was quick and easy however I did not see a sign at check-in to let me know. I had to ask where is the check in desk. I think it needs a sign
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucien

Beautiful hotel, great rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, New Hope

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor! The lobby is inviting and encourages lingering in a comfy chair, or sofa or sitting briefly to catch-up on work emails on your laptop. Loved every corner of the place :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian, Darien

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very nice, the staff was friendly, and the location was great for accessing downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISTINA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and the hotel was beautiful. Loved the restaurants, service and the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nayeem

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Setting and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAGALY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were courteous, professional, and attentive throughout our stay. The manager demonstrated outstanding professionalism and kindness, assisting us in resolving an issue in the best possible manner. We greatly appreciated the excellent service and hospitality provided
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Pittsburgh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, amazing stay right on campus :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend staying at The Nittany Lion Inn during your next trip to Penn State. The moment you walk in, the lobby feels warm and inviting, with a touch of classic sophistication that reflects the spirit of the university. The rooms are beautifully updated—clean, spacious, and thoughtfully designed—with an upscale feel that’s polished yet comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in center of Penn State campus, convenient to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025