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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
Lobby
Porch
Serves lunch and dinner
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Gym
    Gym
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
Feel at home
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
The price is $199
$221 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

Highlights

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

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 8 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Federal Taphouse State College - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Irving's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 210 West - ‬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 Beaver Stadium. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Lionne, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 230 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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 21

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

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
  • 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)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 6 2024 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Fitness facilities

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 53 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 15 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.

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 53 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Nittany Lion Inn?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 15 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.

The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nicola, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nittany Lion Inn
Amazing hotel!
Shelly, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great hotel and people. Bed ok, pillows were terrible, very uncomfortable.
Timothy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

John, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kristen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nikki L, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ronald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Penn State-themed hotel
Really nice place. It was always nice but the renovations take it to a new level. It captures all things Penn State in a cozy atmosphere.
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joan, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tremendous renovation of this historic property. Our compliments to the new management team !!!
Joseph, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great hotel, but still needs work...
The hotel is beautiful! The beds are comfortable and new. It is a maze of rooms, and often a long walk to your room. The HVAC wasn't working, and we reported it to the front desk, but nothing happened. Hopefully they get it fixed!
Lisa, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
An amazing hotel, kids trying their hardest to.please the guests. It works!!
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

4-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

First trip back to State College in a long time. I have always wanted to stay at The Nittany Lion Inn and finally did so. Wonderful, quiet, beautiful trip and since it was not a football weekend staying here was possible.
1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Aesthetically, beautiful, but not worth the money
Upon arrival, they could not find a reservation for Friday only for Saturday. The first room that we were put in the door did not lock, there was still garbage in the bathroom garbage can and a shower curtain was laying across the bed. We switched rooms but in that room, the desk lamp did not work, there is no coffee or coffee, cups, and at night the air conditioning unit began to make loud banging noises so we had to turn it off. according to hotels.com we thought that parking was free, but it is not. The facility is beautiful, but not up to the standards it is rated.
Nicole, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joanne, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Newly renovated hotel was great, with only exception being fairly uncomfortable beds
Tim, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joseph, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rebecca, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Michelle, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

BEAUTIFUL PLACE, Great spaces, growing pains also.
The building is outstanding upon entry! Great from Valet parking or using the next door parking structure. Feels warm, comfortable, and easy when you walk in. Couches, armchairs, and niche spaces for families, friends, and some folks getting their virtual work done. Front desk is a bit off to the side, which is great as you don't walk into bags or check in lines. After a quick check in with great front desk staff, we got a bit lost finding our room. Before going to your room...ask for directions. This was shared by a few friends who also stayed for the weekend. Room was very clean. Good space. Yes, A/C/Heat is a bit loud. Some noise from hallway and adjacent room, but nothing odd or extraordinary. Growing Pains - Valet, Front door, and front desk staff are on point and inviting. Tripletts bar, 1855 Lounge, and Lionne are working on it. Aged ribeye was well prepared and the table favorite, veggies not so much, and lobster bisque was not enjoyed by our party. Wait staff was good, and working out the kinks. Bar staff at the Lounge and Tripletts are also working out the kinks. Be kind and all goes well! Dear Joe, makes a good coffee and can use a few more staffers on weekends. Enjoy your drinks in the Lounge, living room, or beautiful courtyard/s and the mistakes will blissfully evaporate. Lastly, housekeeping was always busy and keeping the place clean. Much appreciated!! Loved the building, spaces, comfort, and of course .... BEST LOCATION AT PSU!
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dennis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Impressive modernization of an old inn.
An excellent job of remodeling the Inn, bringing it up to date. Their tag line is "Penn State's living room" and the lobby certainly lives up to that goal. The lobby has several well designed and separated seating areas where you can gather with friends for a drink or just a chat. Gone is the dated colonial furniture, replaced with modern furniture in neutral colors. The guest rooms have been completely renovated and the bathrooms brought up to date. Rooms are still a little tight because of the architecture but are comfortable, except for one item - seating. This is not unique to the NLI, but occurs often in hotels. The room has a king size bed but only one comfortable, upholstered chair. One assumes that there are two people in a room with a king size bed but only one of them gets a comfortable chair to watch TV. The other must make do with the hard desk chair or propped up the bed. We did not try either the formal dining room or the casual bar but both have been completely redecorated. All in all, the NLI is a great place for a nostalgic stay at Penn State.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ken, 1-night family trip
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