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The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Pennsylvania State University

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A modern hotel lobby with a central island serving food, comfortable seating, a stone accent wall, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A spacious lounge area with leather sofas, armchairs, and a fireplace.
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, blue chairs, and potted plants.
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the greenery outside.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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215 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA, 16803
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a wooden dresser, a desk, and a patterned rug.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a wooden dresser, a desk, and a patterned rug.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

State College

City center stay.Stay at this State College hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Pennsylvania State University and 2 miles (3 km) of Mount Nittany Medical Center. Millbrook Marsh Nature Center and Medlar Field are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Beaver Stadium - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 18 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • Perkins American Food Co.
  • ‪Quaker Steak & Lube - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Prospector’s Mount Nittany Rib Company - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

3.5-star hotel near Pennsylvania State University
The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 57996 square feet (5388 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star State College hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 300 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 57996 sq ft of conference space
  • 5388 sq m of conference space
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center offers 300 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This State College hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 18 to 50 for adults and USD 18 to 35 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

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 available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 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 53 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 18 to 50 for adults, and USD 18 to 35.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 53 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center to the airport?

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center is 5.6 mi (14-min drive) away from the State College, PA (SCE-University Park) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

As of Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center on Aug 31, 2026 start from $149, 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.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have an airport shuttle?

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center offers a free airport shuttle, available during limited hours.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 18 and 50 for adults, USD 18 and 35.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

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

Is there free parking at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have a pool?

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center features an indoor pool.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like garden views and brunch.

Does The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center to downtown State College?

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center is 2.7 mi away from State College.

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1073 out of 1682 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1682 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1682 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1682 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1682 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Clean friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice staff. A beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sunday brunch fantastic. Conference center hotel is very nice and well run.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay. Clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was updated with on site restaurant, nice swimming pool, and room was tastefully decorated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the bar served good food and drinks. Stayed there twice so far ands great experience both time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Room was recently redone, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean and modern amenities. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms and good food for brunch buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel close to campus. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Atef

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel nice close to everything nearby the college
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was great! Centrally located, nice room and great staff. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Rooms are big and kings beds are very comfortable. Restaurant/bar was convenient and good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable. Price was very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience checking in, they let us check in early. Room was spacious and clean. Good location close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was great. It was very clean, the restaurant was nice and there were plenty of places to sit and hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great location, easy in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great stay for a great price. Room was clean, hotel was quiet. Can’t ask for anything more.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the restaurant was closed but the strip steak at the pub was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice college hotel really close to campus. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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