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The Nittany Lion Inn

3.0 star property
Guests start their day with a variety of breakfast choices at The Nittany Lion Inn before heading to the 24-hour fitness center for an energizing workout

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Located near Pennsylvania State University, The Nittany Lion Inn offers a welcoming retreat with a coffee shop/cafe. Guests enjoy breakfast at Lionne or evening drinks at the bar. High-speed WiFi, meeting facilities, and convenient luggage storage enhance the stay experience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is £94
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul

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
(128 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
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(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in State College, The Nittany Lion Inn is in the city centre. Palmer Museum of Art and Pennsylvania Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Boal Mansion Museum and American Philatelic Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Bryce Jordan Center or Beaver Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our State College travel guide
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200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA, 16803

What's nearby

  • Panoramic view of the campus of Penn State University in sunny summer day, State College, Pennsylvania, USA.
    Pennsylvania State University
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • The Arboretum at Penn State
    The Arboretum at Penn State
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Palmer Museum of Art
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pegula Ice Arena
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bryce Jordan Center
    6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    11 min walk
  • Waring (West) Commons
    7 min walk
  • Hibachi-San
    13 min walk
  • Café 210 West
    11 min walk
  • Five Guys
    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 free return airport shuttle, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Lionne, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a gym and conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a gift shop
  • ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • A vending machine, luggage storage 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.

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 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
  • 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

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

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 4 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nittany Lion Inn on 30 Jun 2026 start from £94, 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: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Does The Nittany Lion Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

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

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, Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. The Arboretum at Penn State and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1351 out of 1612 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1612 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1612 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1612 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1612 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Richard

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Clean and accommodating. Room was a bit confusing to find.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

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No written review.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rich

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The property and staff were both excellent arrived about an hour early and they allowed us to check in early room very clean and bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

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Beautifully maintained historical property! Loved our stay! Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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Old world charm- everything is fresh and new.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Archana

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Clean comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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We love the renovations 💙 The food in the restaurants is delicious and we had a clean comfy bed at the end of a long night. Definitely will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

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Clean rooms & friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Li Bing

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Surprisingly elegant decor feels like European boutique hotels with a beautiful courtyard outside of my room window! I did not expect this level of charm for a hotel on university campus. $12 overnight parking in an indoor garage just steps away is very convenient with EV charging stations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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I love the NLI common spaces like the lobby and stacks It is so peaceful there I thought my room was kind of small I would get the junior suite next time The coffee shop was convenient and good coffee and sandwiches It’s one of my favorite places to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

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Beautiful hotel with comfortable well-appointed rooms and a lovely coffee store. We didn’t try the other restaurants. Great spaces throughout the hotel to take a break or sit with a group outside the hotel rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

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Great little spot out off the edge of the world - State College
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

kirk

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Beautiful place A 9/10 Just wish the beds were not so firm and wish the rooms had a microwave But other than that. Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Top tier hotel! Visit the near by creamery and arboretum.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

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I love it here. It’s PSU through and through. Convenient and just lovely!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia

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Clean room. Air conditioner somewhat loud
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

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Professional staff all over
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

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Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

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Dining options great. Convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nieves

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Beatiful place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It may have been the nicest hotel I have ever stayed in. Breakfast is not included. Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, great location. The bar and restaurant were lovey!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

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Nice hotel in State College
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel. Well maintained. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, great rooms and Michelle, Megan, and Connie at the bar are great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026