The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Pennsylvania State University

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

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

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

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

Deluxe Room

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

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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

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Prospector’s Mount Nittany Rib Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bonfire Old-Fashioned Bbq - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Happy Valley LIVE - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪4MR LION, More Cowbell Tailgate 3513 - ‬5 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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The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center Hotel

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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 May 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center on Jun 7, 2026 start from $116, 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. 996 out of 1603 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1603 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1603 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1603 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1603 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jodi L

The room had a bug problem. A beetle type bug in the bathroom. Also ants on the bed and bedside table. I wanted ice so I went to 2 ice machines on the my floor. Neither had ice. The vending machine was out of water. It's a bummer they no longer have a gift shop - instead they have a sundry area with a very small selection of snacks. On the plus side, that is available 24/7.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

ashley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Rachel

Hotel staff were nice. Rooms were spacious and clean!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in State College. Restaurant/bar, room, shuttle service, front desk, no issues. You have exceptional people working here. I will be staying here again in a few months, which will be my fourth stay in less than a year.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Mary Jo

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great and smooth!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

LOREN

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another wonderful stay at The PennStater! The room was very clean and the beds were so comfortable! Every staff member was friendly and helpful as they always are. Love that Dear Joe cafe was recently added!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nakia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Room clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Samira

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Only feedback is that the hot water in the shower took several minutes to heat up, causing delay and water waste.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

When we arrived the heat was blowing so hot and would not cool down. Very thankful for the window. Your Maintenance guy arrived within a few minutes, got to work and resolved the issue. Just what any Maintenance guy would do but.... he was so kind, friendly and 100% customer service focused. He deserves something extra as a perk. Well done Maintenance guy, we should have gotten your name.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The only issue we had was with our thermostat. We called Saturday. They said they’d be there in 5 to 10 minutes and no one ever showed up.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet - great. Service - great and friendly. Enjoyed it. The Legends- not a good experience. Started with ordering a Cheesesteak at Noon on a Friday- “sorry, we don’t have any.” Ummm. Weird but Ok. Got drink orders wrong, too. Waiter not so friendly, as well. These are not dealbreakers but went there for dinner. Was seated by hostess (place wasn’t that crowded). Waited over 15 mins - no one came to our table. We left. Just a lot of little things like these added up throughout the weekend to make the stay very average.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy beds, daily housekeeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Deirdre

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The heat in our room did not work and it was very cold. Not to sound like a "Karen" but I felt we should have been compensated for that. We were only there one night and at check out I let them know and was told that they were sorry about that and we were all set. No compensation for a miserable night offered.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and beautiful lobby and hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room Nice staff Accommodating to our needs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
EXTREMELY polite front desk personnel. Hotel was very clean, room was spacious with exceptional amenities. Legends restaurant within the hotel was a fantastic vibe for dinner while watching the Olympics.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
GREAT HOTEL GREAT STAFF
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026