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The Nittany Lion Inn

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is 3.561.119 ₫
3.952.842 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 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
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

  • ‪Federal Taphouse State College - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Irving's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Nittany Lion Inn

Historic hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Pennsylvania State University
At The Nittany Lion Inn, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a gym. The on-site restaurant, Lionne, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and meeting rooms
  • A porter/bellboy, ATM/banking services and a vending machine
  • A lift, luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All 230 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Dear Joe Cafe
  • Lionne
  • Triplett's

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • 9,648 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Renovated entire property - September 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 12 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

We should mention

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
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is 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

Is The Nittany Lion Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nittany Lion Inn?

As of 28 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nittany Lion Inn on 13 Jul 2025 start from 3.561.119 ₫, 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.

How much is parking at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Self-parking is available for USD 12 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Nittany Lion Inn located?

Located in the heart of State College, this historic hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Palmer Museum of Art, Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. The Arboretum at Penn State and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 802 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1009 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, comfortable accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean hotel on Penn State campus. Highly recommend a stay if you are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy Wing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, location was very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, friendly staff, clean, well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Nittany Lion Inn is beautiful and we highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Absolutely loved the renovated hotel. Rooms were clean & comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept, clean and great location. Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This spot is lovely. Beautifully decorated, clean, convenient to campus and elegant without breaking the bank.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jadan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is very nice! Everything is new and it’s very clean. The staff is also very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karyl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely updated, historic hotel. Large rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, very well maintained, clean, and
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, historical hotel - loved our stay at Penn State. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Lovely and updated Penn State’s Nittany Lion Inn
Door knocker!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for our visit to Penn State for New Student Orientation - everything was walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating, the room and hotel overall was clean. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Otis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay on campus with lots of charm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and amazing location to everything
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love this property. Adorable, super clean and very friendly. On campus is a HUGE plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle St.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on the campus of Penn State University. Room was spacious, bathroom was very clean and well appointed. Nice cocktails in the newly remodeled Tripletts bar
Ceiling in Tripletts Bar
King room
Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025