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The Nittany Lion Inn

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Serves lunch and dinner
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is £148
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Room options

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Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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

Suite

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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About the area

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200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA, 16803

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Beaver Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 8 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Federal Taphouse State College - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Irving's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 210 West - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Nittany Lion Inn

Historic hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Pennsylvania State University
At The Nittany Lion Inn, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a gym. The on-site restaurant, Lionne, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • A porter/bellboy, luggage storage and a lift
  • 7 meeting rooms, ATM/banking services and a banquet hall
Room features
All 230 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English

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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

  • Covered 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

  • 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.
  • 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

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

More

  • 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
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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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

Is The Nittany Lion Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 30 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nittany Lion Inn on 4 May 2025 start from £147.89, 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.

How much is parking at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Self-parking is available for USD 12 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Nittany Lion Inn located?

Located in the heart of State College, this historic hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Palmer Museum of Art and Pennsylvania State University. The Arboretum at Penn State and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 779 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PATRICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, friendly staff. Great location and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bibiana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The newly renovated hotel is so beautiful! We love all of the cozy seating areas and the bar was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful renovations and the rooms were spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful, staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of places for groups to gather, socialize and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay . Service was great,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Deena

Liked: Amenities
The hotel was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms and bathrooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a perfect hotel. We love the location and the amenities at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karloff

Liked: Amenities
What an amazing Hotel! It’s really incredible!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first stay at the Nittany Lion and I loved it. Rooms were clean, staff was courteous, and location is the best for visiting my daughter. We really enjoyed our breakfasts at the Lionne. I would love to stay there on my next visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful. Rooms beautifully decorated. Loved the lobby, the atmosphere. Definitely will stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christie

Newly renovated and a great place to stay at State College.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing property! Truly impressed with the facility.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. It was located very close to all my activities on campus
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful…kind and supportive staff. Wonderful bar, coffee shop. Valet parking was a great option. Best hotel stay I’ve had in the past 5 years
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Nittany Lion Inn is lovely. I had a wonderful time. The staff was attentive and exceptionally helpful. I most appreciated Sam at the front desk who consistently offered to help with anything that I had questions about. We will definitely look forward to staying there in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at the Nittany Lion Inn—such a charming and beautiful hotel. While the rooms were just okay, everything else—from the service to the atmosphere—was excellent. Would definitely return for the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025