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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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Exterior
Standard Suite, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Interior detail
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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. Beaver Stadium and Millbrook Marsh Nature Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mount Nittany Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Prospectors, Mount Nittany Rib Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brother's Pizza & Pasta - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Voodoo Brewing Company - State College Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taste Buds Kitchen - ‬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 fitness center. There's a restaurant 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
  • 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
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English

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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 7:00 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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 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

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 (11-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 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center on Aug 24, 2025 start from $104.49, excluding 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?

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center is home to Gardens, which features 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 2.8 mi away from State College.

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 566 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1015 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
dirty room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Great place with very friendly staff. Clean, convenient, good food and atmosphere tranquil.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect overnight for us while attendting Xcel regionals gymnastics competition. The staff was friendly, the room clean and in working order. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property if you are going to the Nittany Sports Plex as well as Penn State University. I would definitely give it 5 stars!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Iwona

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was very outdated, felt more like a dorm and not a hotel. We also had a poor service at the Garden restaurant, where staff ignored us and we had to ask for beverages and our check. Breakfast had a donut french toast and the donut itself was stale.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super helpful. The hotel is undergoing some renovations - signage around the updates that can be expected. The front desk crew was top-notch.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of my favorties

Check in was quick and easy. Everything was correct and I was off to my room. Updated rooms have great decor and were clean and spacious. Bed was comfortable and my view of Mt Nittany was awesome. Can’t wait for my next stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Traveled with family
It’s under renovation. There was garbage in the hallway, stains on the hallway carpet. We checked in at 2 and the room directly above us had someone hammering for four straight hours. Awful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jaclyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was decent but smelled musty. Server took our plate before we were finished eating. No biggie tho. Got buffet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice. The room was clean and well kept. Breakfast buffet was moderate.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Cozy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cecilia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice except the hallways outside the rooms. Same dirt on floors when we checked in was still there when we checked out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jenell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy the surrounding grounds and atmosphere. Dog friendly. They are currently renovating rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Dipak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower water pressure not good. Coffee machine not working etc
Stayed 1 night in May 2025