Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 8 min drive
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 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.
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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
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
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
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.
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 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.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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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
Feb 6, 2025
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2025
Love this Inn!!!
We really enjoyed our first trip
to the NLI. The hotel was aesthetically beautiful. We loved the old charm mixed with more modern touches. So elegant at every turn.
We enjoyed Sunday brunch at the Lionne Brasserie. Nice variety of dishes, though the food could have been kept warmer. Our server, a PSU student, was friendly and knowledgeable and will certainly do well in her career in hospitality.
We can’t wait to visit again!
Dana
Dana, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 2, 2025
Verified traveler
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 2, 2025
labels are wrong
The hotel is beautiful! The rooms are not labeled correctly! We had difficulty finding our rooms.
Marisa
Marisa, 1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
Feb 1, 2025
I’ve stayed at better. Great staff though
The room was dirty and needed to be cleaned. For the price you would think room service would be an option. Whoever painted it did a terrible job and the water pressure in the bathroom was horrible. Staff was the best part super nice and helpful. Well worth the money to valet park
Adam
Adam, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
Great Stay in State College
Love staying at this beautiful hotel. The staff is always so helpful and kind. Looking forward to my next visit.
Mary
Mary, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 28, 2025
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
Cara
Cara, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Tracie
Tracie, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Basketball weekend.
The hotel remodel was beautiful. Our only complaint was every where in the building was cold. Our room was warm but everywhere else was cold. Our meals were very good just not much to choose from. No soups, sandwiches choices.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Dana
Dana, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Anniversary celebration
Wonderful weekend getaway
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jan 19, 2025
Beautiful updates! Great location.
mike
mike, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2025
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
doreen
doreen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
James
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Back to school
We try to stay here whenever we pick up or drop off our kid from college. Very close to the west dorms as is the parking.
Martha
Martha, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
Frances H
Frances H, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Blue and White Forever
Had a great local vacation to stay away from the kids for a night! We had not been here in years with the remodel, and it was really impressive. Had a great stay, loved the room, service and all the changes to the Nittany Lion Inn, I would highly recommend staying here in the heart of Penn State Country!!!
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Brian
Brian, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2024
Chris
Chris, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2024
The lobby area was wonderful for family gathering.