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Nittany Lion Inn State College, State College
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About the Hotel
200 West Park Avenue,
State College,
Pennsylvania,
United States of America,
16803,
Pennsylvania
Nittany Lion Inn offers a historic stay enriched with contemporary comforts and a commitment to sustainability in State College. This 4-star hotel features on-site dining options and accommodations tailored for both leisure and business travelers.
Rooms & Facilities
Rooms at Nittany Lion Inn are designed for comfort, featuring amenities like cable TV, en suite bathrooms, and iPod docking stations. Options include spacious Double Queen Rooms, King Junior Suites, and King Suites, accommodating families and couples with refined ease.
Dining Options
Dining options include Lionne, which serves American cuisine, and Whiskers, a casual pub-style restaurant. The hotel also features a special tapas menu at PA on the Patio.
Business & Leisure
Nittany Lion Inn provides amenities for business travelers, including meeting spaces and on-site event planning services. A fitness center is also available for guests looking to maintain their workout routines.
Services & Local Area
The hotel offers a free shuttle service to University Park Airport and is within walking distance to nearby bus stops. Local attractions include Beaver Stadium, Palmer Museum of Art, and The Arboretum at Penn State, providing ample opportunities for exploration.
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The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Excellent Hospitality!
“The attention to detail from the hotel staff was amazing; they truly knew how to make my stay comfortable and pleasant.” view full review
Delicious Brunch!
“The brunch selection was impressive, with a fantastic variety of dishes that made for a wonderful dining experience, well worth the price.” view full review
Immaculate Rooms!
“My room was spotlessly clean and spacious, providing a perfect and relaxing environment for my stay.” view full review
Perfect for Business!
“The meeting facilities were well-designed for business travelers, offering a quiet atmosphere even with other events happening nearby.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator
Sports & Fitness
Fitness center
Services
Free shuttle service
Valet parking
Dry cleaning
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
200 West Park Avenue,
State College,
Pennsylvania,
United States of America,
16803,
Pennsylvania
Map view
200 West Park Avenue,
State College,
Pennsylvania,
United States of America,
16803,
Pennsylvania
City landmarks
Museums
Palmer Museum of Art
2300 ft
Garden
The Arboretum at Penn State
4100 ft
Stadiums
Beaver Stadium
1.3
mi
108 Business Services Bldg University Park
Stone Valley Recreation Area
5100 ft
University
Penn State University
1.2
mi
Stadiums
Bryce Jordan Center
1.3
mi
Museums
Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania
4700 ft
University Drive The Pennsylvania State University
Pegula Ice Arena
1.4
mi
Libraries
Schlow Centre Region Library
3500 ft
Parks
Sunset Park
2700 ft
701 Porter Road
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park
1.4
mi
Parks
Sidney Friedman Park
4500 ft
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park
State College Spikes
1.4
mi
Parks
Tom Tudek Memorial Park
1.4
mi
Museums
Penn State All-Sports Museum
1.2
mi
Parks
Suburban Park
1.2
mi
Parks
Lederer Park
1.6
mi
Parks
Walnut Springs Park
1.7
mi
Parks
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center
2.0
mi
Parks
Green Hollow Park
2.0
mi
Store
Wegmans
2.2
mi
Pine Swamp Road
Rothrock State Forest
3.0
mi
Museums
Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum
4.0
mi
Museums
Pennsylvania Military Museum
4.1
mi
Nearby
Museums
Matson Museum of Anthropology
1300 ft
Restaurants
Whiskers
400 ft
200 W Park Ave
Little Szechuan
3100 ft
228 W College Ave 228 West College Avenue
Sichuan Bistro
3200 ft
332 W College Ave
Brgr
3500 ft
122 W College Ave
Bill Pickle's Tap Room
3700 ft
106 South Allen Street
Allen Street Grill
3600 ft
100 W College Ave
The Federal Taphouse
3600 ft
130 S Fraser St Suite 200
Kimchi Korean Restaurant
3500 ft
1100 N Atherton St
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
convenient location
friendly service
short wait for dining
room size for four people
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.2
Location
8.7
Service
8.3
Dining
7.8
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 10 reviews
9.3
9.3/10 based on 346 reviews
Bert
United States of America,
May
2024
6.8/10
The hotel offers spacious and clean rooms, perfect for accommodating a group of friends for a get-together. The rooms, unfortunately, had a noticeable body odor issue but were suitable for the purpose of our stay. The service was generally good with a themed decor and efforts made to address inconveniences. The location was ideal for visiting Penn State and the campus, allowing easy access to various areas on foot. The dining experience, while featuring a mix of delicious hot and cold items, lacked variety for the price paid. Overall, the facilities were decent but could benefit from some updates.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms had a noticeable body odor issue but were spacious and suitable for our group.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly, with themed decor creating a nice ambiance.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent for Penn State visits, providing convenient access to campus and surrounding areas.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offered a mix of delicious hot and cold items, but lacked variety for the price.
Facilities
7.0
Overall, the facilities were decent but could benefit from updates.
Sam
United States of America,
April
2024
7.4/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms, although a bit tired, were spotlessly clean, especially the bathroom, and the Sunday brunch offered was hearty and inexpensive. The service was nice, but could have been friendlier despite the helpfulness of the attentive staff, like Greg the valet. The location was very convenient for campus events but felt a bit dated, lacking HD channels. The dining experience was absolutely delicious and the portions were generous, yet the inn showed signs of wear and tear in places.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spotless, especially the bathroom, and the Sunday brunch offered was hearty and inexpensive.
Service
7.0
The staff was very nice and helpful, but could have been friendlier.
Location
6.0
The location is very convenient for any conferences or meetings on campus, but felt quite dated with a lack of HD channels.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was absolutely delicious and the portions were generous.
Facilities
7.0
Despite some signs of wear and tear, the facilities offered a nice experience.
Julie
United States of America,
April
2024
8.2/10
I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. The rooms were clean, tidy, and spacious, with a cozy easy chair and couch, but might be a bit cramped for a group of four. The service was incredibly friendly and attentive, making my stay very enjoyable. The location was unexpectedly excellent, near everything at State College and perfect for a visit to Penn State. The dining experience was good overall, but there was a slight inconvenience with a long wait due to a staff shortage. The facilities were well-maintained and the landscaping beautiful, enhancing the overall experience.
Rooms
8.0
The room was nice enough, very clean, and tidy, featuring a lovely and spacious layout with an easy chair and a couch. However, it could feel small for a group of four.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and accommodating, which made my stay very pleasant.
Location
9.0
I didn't expect the standard of excellence that you might get elsewhere, but the hotel's location near everything at State College and on the university campus made it exceptionally convenient for visiting Penn State.
Dining
7.0
The dining was good overall, but I experienced a bit of a delay due to a staff shortage. The food was excellent, with large portions and plenty of coffee.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained, and the landscaping around the hotel was exceptional.
convenient location
short wait for dining
Edward
United States of America,
February
2024
8.0/10
My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms were a bit smaller than I expected and the temperature control during the school year was a bit tricky, either too hot or too cold with no in-between. The service, despite the heavy snowstorm, was exceptionally good. The location was convenient for attending a football game early in the season and being close to the Nittany Lion statue. The dining experience was excellent in terms of food selection and service, although slightly overpriced. The facilities were well-maintained and satisfying.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were smaller than I expected during the school year, and the temperature control was either hot or cold with no in-between.
Service
9.0
The service provided by the attendants was super helpful, especially during the heavy snowstorm and awful weather conditions.
Location
8.0
The location was excellent for attending events at Penn State, making it easy to show up for an early-season football game with ease.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was excellent in terms of food selection, wait staff, and seating, though slightly overpriced due to a shortage of staff.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained, enhancing the overall stay experience.
Convenient Location
Room Size
Stephen
United States of America,
February
2024
7.8/10
I had a delightful stay at this inn. The rooms were immaculately clean and offered a lavish and affordable Sunday brunch. The beds were incredibly comfortable with two sinks and a makeup/shaving mirror, although the noise levels were quite high and disruptive at times.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and provided a hearty and inexpensive Sunday brunch. The beds were perfect, the bathroom had two sinks and a makeup/shaving mirror, and there was a spacious closet.
Service
7.0
Thanks a million to the friendly and helpful staff who were extremely accommodating and welcoming. Some areas might need updating, but overall, the service was polite and efficient.
Location
9.0
The location is very convenient, especially if you need to visit the campus. It's right on Penn State's State College campus, with easy access to Beaver Stadium, the Berkey Creamery, and downtown State College.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delicious, but some found it overpriced. The food was great in the dining room, and the homemade pasta was a highlight.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were well-maintained and provided convenience for guests, although it wouldn't hurt to enhance some areas for an even better experience.
Charles
United States of America,
February
2024
8.4/10
The inn is situated right on the Penn State campus, which is perfect for any conferences or meetings. The rooms were clean and comfortable, though they were smaller than expected. The service was top-notch, with courteous and very helpful staff. The dining experience, while delicious, was a bit overpriced. The facilities were well-maintained and satisfactory.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms, though clean and comfortable, were on the smaller side compared to other stays.
Service
9.0
The service was professional and courteous, making our stay pleasant.
Location
10.0
The location, right on the Penn State campus, was perfect for our needs.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, while delicious, was a bit overpriced for the value.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and up to par, providing a comfortable stay.
William
United States of America,
September
2023
7.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of good and not-so-good experiences. The rooms were more than ample size with 2 beds and a pullout, but they definitely need total updating as the wallpaper was peeling off the corners. The staff was friendly, helpful, and courteous, even monitoring the airport for flight information. The location was excellent for attending an early-season football game with ease, but the dining experience was excellent with large portions and plenty of coffee.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were more than ample size, but they need total updating. The wallpaper was peeling off the corners in all rooms.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly, helpful, and courteous. They even monitored the airport for flight information.
Location
8.0
The location made it easy to show up and attend an early-season football game with ease. We enjoyed it because it was on the Penn State campus with a superior hotel staff.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent with large portions and plenty of coffee.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities need updating, but the service and location compensate for it.
David
United States of America,
July
2023
8.2/10
Wow! Our stay at the hotel was truly beyond our expectations. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, making it easier for our kids who still nap. However, at nearly $200 a night, we expected a bit more for the price.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service had an old world charm and attention to details that you don't find anymore. The staff was very helpful and polite.
Location
9.0
The location was absolutely perfect for our stay to attend a PSU athletic event.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was reasonable with lots of choices. However, it was a bit overpriced.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were impressive with a lovely fireplace in the lobby.
Convenient
Pricey
Eddie
United States of America,
July
2023
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was mixed. The room, though comfortable and fairly spacious, was quite loud at times. However, it was clean and nice overall. The service was friendly and accommodating, except for the dining room. The location was convenient for exploring the town and campus. The dining experience was good but slightly overpriced. The facilities were decent but not exceptional.
Rooms
7.0
The room was on the smaller side compared to other stays I've had, and it was very loud at times, making an awful noise. However, it was comfortable and fairly large, with a loveseat and chair.
Service
8.0
The service was professional and courteous, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure everything was excellent for the conference attendees.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great for accessing campus and town, with a convenient shuttle service available. Unexpectedly high standards on a college setting.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was excellent in terms of food selection and staff, albeit a bit overpriced. Can't wait to return for Graduation.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good overall, but not exceptional.
John
United States of America,
June
2023
8.6/10
The hotel provided spacious and spotlessly clean rooms, but in need of total updating. Unfortunately, the lack of room service during our late lunch arrival and the uncomfortable room temperature through the night were disappointing aspects.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious, spotlessly clean, and well-appointed, but in need of total updating. The wallpaper was peeling off the corners in all rooms.
Service
9.0
The service was very nice and accommodating. The staff monitored the airport for flight information and presented no delay in picking us up. They were polite, helpful, and extremely accommodating, including the valets.
Location
10.0
The location was absolutely perfect and the reason we chose to stay there. It was excellent, close to downtown State College and PSU campus, and offered free high-speed Wi-Fi.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent with large portions and plenty of coffee in the main dining room. Despite a lot of diners, there was no rush to finish the meal.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good despite the discomfort of the warm room. The hotel offers free samples of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, soap, serves great food and awesome drinks.
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