The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Pennsylvania State University

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Located near Pennsylvania State University, The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center offers a warm welcome with an on-site restaurant offering breakfast and garden views. Enjoy the indoor pool, dry cleaning/laundry services, free in-room WiFi, a fireplace in the lobby, luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $104
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20

Room options

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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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

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

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
215 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA, 16803

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mount Nittany Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 6 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

When you stay at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at The Gardens, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast and lunch. A free airport shuttle, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour fitness center are other features. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 300 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 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
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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
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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
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (57996 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 32
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 10 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 32
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

The Gardens - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. A children's menu is available.
Legends - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 18 to 50 for adults, and USD 18 to 35.00 for children

Pets

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

Parking

  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 53 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring garden views.

What's the area around The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center like?

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center is in the heart of State College, a short 3-minute walk from Pennsylvania State University. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The airport shuttle service was convenient, reliable, and efficient, making it a great perk for guests. (18 reviews)
  • On-site restaurants offered delicious food and excellent service with great staff. (20 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, excellent, and very good with many food options. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Caitlin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, easy in and out.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and very convenient.
Kelly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our room made our three night stay feel a bit of a home away from home. The staff was wonderful and the location was such a close commute to campus venues.
Joseph, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and staff was helpful and nice
diana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, comfortable beds, great bedding and pillows
Andrea, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room Nice staff Accommodating to our needs
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Super clean and very nice staff!! Both restaurants are good also.
Brynn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

GREAT HOTEL GREAT STAFF
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel. We didn't use many of the amenities, but everything looked great and the staff was friendly.
Gerald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

clean room, clean facility, and staff was very helpful and nice!
Paige, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room and great location.
Katherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a relaxing time in a very clean room, great meals and excellent service
Rebecca, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Keith, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are great and it is such a great location. We have stayed here many times and it is the place we prefer to stay when in the area.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean. It was nice to have an option for either getting breakfast at the in-house restaurant or at a grab and go coffee shop. Great location - 10 min drive to Penn State.
Myra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was great and shower had a detachable head which I loved. Jeanne at the front desk was super nice and helpful.
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The place was great excellent restaurant
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great and the pool was great!
James T., 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay! Would absolutely stay here again
Amy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Large room
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great! The staff was nice and the room was clean.
nikki, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was spotless—the room, the public bathrooms, gym. Staff is excellent. Restaurants have great staff and delicious food. Super-reasonable pricing too! Highly recommend.
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room, great fitness center. We stopped by just for the night but it was great!
Alexis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! Clean, spacious, nice amenities, and great location for the price! Will definitely stay again!
Calvin, 2-night trip