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The Nittany Lion Inn

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with restaurant, near Pennsylvania State University

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Exterior
Serves lunch and dinner
Lobby sitting area
Serves lunch and dinner
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Near Pennsylvania State University, The Nittany Lion Inn offers a vibrant retreat with a coffee shop/cafe and 24-hour gym. Savor breakfast at Lionne or enjoy the evening atmosphere at the bar. With high-speed WiFi, meeting rooms, and luggage storage available for your convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
$128 nightly
The total price is $142
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA, 16803

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Waring (West) Commons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café 210 West - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chumley's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tadashi #2 - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Nittany Lion Inn

When you stay at The Nittany Lion Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Lionne, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This historic hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Beaver Stadium.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 230 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (9648 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1930
  • ATM/banking
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Lionne - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Triplett's - This pub serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Dear Joe Cafe - This coffee shop serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 12 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

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.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Nittany Inn
Nittany Lion
Nittany Lion Inn
Nittany Lion Inn State College
Nittany Lion State College
The Nittany Lion Inn Hotel
The Nittany Lion Inn State College
The Nittany Lion Inn Hotel State College

Frequently asked questions

Does The Nittany Lion Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Nittany Lion Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 12 per night. Valet parking costs USD 25 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Nittany Lion Inn and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Lionne.

What's the area around The Nittany Lion Inn like?

The Nittany Lion Inn is in the heart of State College, a short 3-minute walk from Pennsylvania State University and 12 minutes' walk from The Arboretum at Penn State.

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The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Worth the price!

Nothing beats the Nittany Inn! Must stay if you can grab a room while in town.
Toni, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, walkable

We love the renovated Nittany Lion Inn. Close to Penn State Campus and walkable to all things.
Maria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was beautiful and clean. The food was wonderful and it’s a quiet facility
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay when visiting
PATRICE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super property

Excellent staff, beautiful lobby and room
Wrayanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Nittany Lion Inn. It is a beautiful Inn and in the most beautiful area being right on the Penn State campus.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, comfortable accommodations!
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Nittany Lion Inn is beautiful and we highly recommend it!
Jill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a beautiful place!
Irine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Newly remodeled rooms were beautiful & comfortable.
Elaine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We Are!!!

Amazing couldn’t ask for anything else!!
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again!

This was my second time staying here. You can’t beat the location when moving your student in or visiting them at Penn State. The room was clean and beds are comfortable. I’ll be coming back.
Ana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful inn! It was so clean and people were friendly.
Amie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay on campus with lots of charm.
Otis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and amazing location to everything
Elisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved the renovated hotel. Rooms were clean & comfortable.
Tina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and nice property.
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel!
Bibiana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our favorite place to stay at State College. Beautiful hotel, great dining options and so comfortable.
Patrick, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nicely updated, historic hotel. Large rooms and friendly staff.
Karyl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely! This is the best place to stay… beautiful hotel and the staff was perfect!
Megan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

The trip was wonderful!
Nicole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely and updated Penn State’s Nittany Lion Inn
Door knocker!
Roberta, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Nittany Lion Inn is a beautiful historic facility. The restaurants are fantastic. The staff is amazing!! A must stay if you are visiting PSU!
Martha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, historical hotel - loved our stay at Penn State. Highly recommend!
Charlene, 1-night trip