The Best Hotels Closest to Pennsylvania State University in State College - 2026 Updated Prices

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A spacious library with wooden bookshelves, a fireplace, and a large rug.

A large, white, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a circular driveway.

A restaurant with high ceilings, patterned walls, and multiple seating areas.

A room with a large window, a sofa, two small tables, and a patterned rug.

1. The Nittany Lion Inn

0.8 km from Pennsylvania State University

George

฿4,528

฿5,026 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A Country Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple entry points and a well-lit facade.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a wall with framed botanical prints.

A living room with a stone fireplace, a staircase, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a view of trees through large windows.

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA

2.9 km from Pennsylvania State University

Zahra

฿3,684

฿4,089 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a staircase, seating areas, a clock, a TV, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a thatched roof structure.

3. Comfort Suites State College near Penn State

College Heights, 1.7 km from Pennsylvania State University

Lisabeth

฿3,946

฿4,380 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A bathroom with a toilet, shower, and a sink area with a hairdryer and coffee maker.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard and white pillows. There is a nightstand between the beds with a lamp on it.

4. Northland Motel near University - State College, PA

Park Forest Village, 2.7 km from Pennsylvania State University

Andrew

฿2,255

฿2,621 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a seating area with a curved bench, and large windows.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lounge area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a bar area with bookshelves.

5. Hotel State College

Downtown State College, 0.2 km from Pennsylvania State University

Joy

฿3,722

฿4,132 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A spacious indoor area with a brick wall, a glass railing, and a staircase leading to a lower level.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a sign reading "Hyatt Place".

6. Hyatt Place State College

Downtown State College, 0.4 km from Pennsylvania State University

George

฿4,389

฿4,872 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, a sofa, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a large wall clock.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a mirror, and a television.

A breakfast area with a sign reading 'Morning Medley Breakfast,' equipped with a coffee machine, toaster, and various food items.

7. Sleep Inn State College near Penn State

College Heights, 1.8 km from Pennsylvania State University

Laura

฿3,084

฿3,423 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large artwork, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a seating area.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and large windows providing views of the outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a bathroom and a hallway.

A hotel lobby with a long wooden table, blue sofas, and a TV on the wall.

8. Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown State College, 0.3 km from Pennsylvania State University

Constantine

฿3,989

฿4,428 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted painting of a sunset over mountains.

A reception desk with a wooden panel, a framed artwork above it, and a digital screen.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State

2 km from Pennsylvania State University

Sam

฿3,160

฿3,508 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with brick flooring and black metal chairs and tables, surrounded by large umbrellas.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar area with glass shelves, and red bar stools.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of greenery, and a modern ceiling design.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance with a covered area and a visible garden.

10. Hilton Garden Inn State College

2.6 km from Pennsylvania State University

Michele

฿3,214

฿3,568 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, and a patterned rug.

A spacious living room with a checkered floor, two sofas, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A bookshelf filled with books, framed photos, and decorative items.

A bar area with two wicker chairs, a variety of liquor bottles, and a selection of glasses and flowers on the counter.

11. Graduate by Hilton State College

Downtown State College, 0.5 km from Pennsylvania State University

Nina

฿3,989

฿4,766 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a menu board.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance and a courtyard.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by chairs and a ladder.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital screen, and a beverage refrigerator.

12. Courtyard by Marriott State College

Tusseyview, 2.5 km from Pennsylvania State University

Massiel

฿3,702

฿4,109 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A motel with a sign reading "The Stevens Motel."

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a water dispenser, a coffee maker, and a microwave.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a microwave.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a sink, a toilet, and a vanity cabinet.

13. The Stevens Motel

2 km from Pennsylvania State University

Rafael

฿2,518

฿2,795 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A patio with outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

An indoor swimming pool with chairs and a changing room.

A spacious hotel lobby with a long dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A hotel room with a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a small desk, a lamp, a TV, and a fireplace.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott State College

State College South, 2.3 km from Pennsylvania State University

Curtis

฿4,119

฿4,572 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a fireplace.

A Hampton Inn hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, a brick walkway, and a bench.

A snack display with various packaged foods and a refrigerated section with bottled water.

A hotel lobby with a long table, two sofas, and a coffee station.

15. Hampton Inn State College

2.2 km from Pennsylvania State University

Lisa

฿3,386

฿3,758 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables and chairs, and a counter with various items.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight machines.

A hotel lobby with a brick-patterned floor, a reception desk, a seating area with white sofas, and a large framed artwork of a lion.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham State College

State College South, 2.5 km from Pennsylvania State University

Suzette

฿2,735

฿3,036 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story building with a 'RODEWAY INN' sign, a parking lot with several cars, and a brick facade.

A compact hotel room with a microwave on a small refrigerator, a wooden chair, a wooden desk, and a mirror reflecting a bed and a nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a bedside lamp, a mirror, and a dresser with drawers.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a mirror, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a door with a 'No Smoking' sign.

17. Rodeway Inn State College - near University

College Heights, 1.6 km from Pennsylvania State University

Kenneth

฿2,187

฿2,427 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with multiple levels of balconies, surrounded by indoor plants and seating areas.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, multiple levels, and a central staircase.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and a booth area.

A historic building with a covered front porch, multiple storefronts, and a pedestrian crossing.

18. Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center

State College South, 2.2 km from Pennsylvania State University

Steve

฿2,554

฿2,835 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A large, multi-story stone house with a prominent tower, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden.

A dining area with wooden flooring, red tablecloths, and chandeliers.

A traditional living room with a fireplace, red sofas, and a patterned rug.

A grand hallway with a wooden staircase, a fireplace with floral decorations, and a large mirror.

19. Reynolds Mansion B&B

15 km from Pennsylvania State University

Tanya

฿6,527

฿7,245 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A circular outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a central fire pit, surrounded by a stone patio.

A living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa, a chair, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A grand staircase with a red carpet and a cart, leading to a room with a round table and a potted plant.

A bar area with high ceilings, ornate ceiling details, and a variety of bar stools and tables.

20. Carnegie House

4.1 km from Pennsylvania State University

Jessica

฿5,041

฿5,596 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Pennsylvania State University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Nittany Lion Inn	9.6 Exceptional 2,194 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA	9.6 Exceptional 1,258 reviews	View
Comfort Suites State College near Penn State	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Northland Motel near University - State College, PA	9.4 Exceptional 196 reviews	View
Hotel State College	9.4 Exceptional 106 reviews	View

Top Pennsylvania State University Hotel Reviews

The Nittany Lion Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Warm and welcome and really well decorated !"

Hampton Inn State College

10/10 Excellent

"We had a concert in town and stayed at the Hampton Inn one night. Checkin was easy. The the gentlemen at the front desk were friendly and offered dinner suggestions which was helpful. Our room was clean. Bed was comfortable and breakfast was just what we needed before leaving town."

The Stevens Motel

8/10 Good

"Its was nice"

Comfort Suites State College near Penn State

10/10 Excellent

"1"

Hotel State College

10/10 Excellent

"The King Corner room is absolutely amazing!! The location is unmatched and the variety of restaurants and bars on the floors below the hotel cover anything you’re in the mood for. Highly recommend!!"

Rodeway Inn State College - near University

10/10 Excellent

"I truly enjoyed my stay at this location! 😊 The convenience, accessibility, and overall experience made it a great choice for my time in the area. Once I got off the bus, it was less than a 17-minute straight walk to the room, which made getting around so much easier. There was a CVS directly across the street, Walmart less than 20 minutes away, and a Giant grocery store approximately 13 minutes away. There were also plenty of fast-food spots and restaurants nearby to accommodate different tastes and preferences. 🛍️🍽️ The check-in process was smooth, easy, and completely hassle-free! 🙌 Everything came together seamlessly, making my stay that much more enjoyable. This is officially my new go-to spot whenever I’m in the area working on productions! 🎬✨ Much love and appreciation to the management team for helping make this a pleasant experience. Wishing you all continued success! Ase! 🙏💙"

Graduate by Hilton State College

10/10 Excellent

"Close to town"

Residence Inn by Marriott State College

10/10 Excellent

"The property was close to campus and restaurants. The room was clean and the breakfast was delicious. I enjoyed the easy check in and there were no problems about the property. I would definitely come back."

Other attractions near Pennsylvania State University

Beaver Stadium

9.6/10 (695 reviews)

Catch an event at Beaver Stadium during your trip to State College. You can attend a football match while in the area.

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Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania

8.4/10 (42 reviews)

You can take time to visit Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania during your travels to State College. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Palmer Museum of Art

8.8/10 (111 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Palmer Museum of Art during your travels in State College. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Sarni Tennis Center

Catch an event at Sarni Tennis Center during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Penn State Tennis Center

Catch an event at Penn State Tennis Center during your trip to State College. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Pegula Ice Arena

9.2/10 (334 reviews)

Catch an event at Pegula Ice Arena during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Bryce Jordan Center

9.4/10 (865 reviews)

Catch an event at Bryce Jordan Center during your trip to State College. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Centre County Historical Society

8.0/10 (51 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Centre County Historical Society during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pennsylvania State University?

Pennsylvania State University is located in a welcoming area of State College known for its bar scene and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 37 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Pennsylvania State University?

Adjacent to Pennsylvania State University, Hyatt Place State College is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options close by include The Nittany Lion Inn and Graduate by Hilton State College.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Pennsylvania State University?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pennsylvania State University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pennsylvania State University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Pennsylvania State University.

What can I see and do near Pennsylvania State University?

Palmer Museum of Art, Pennsylvania Military Museum and Boal Mansion Museum feature captivating exhibits. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at The Arboretum at Penn State and Ferguson Township Watershed Preserve. Create some family memories at Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania, What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Pegula Ice Arena while you're exploring the area around Pennsylvania State University.

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Our top choices for Pennsylvania State University hotels

1. The Nittany Lion Inn

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA

3. Comfort Suites State College near Penn State

4. Northland Motel near University - State College, PA

5. Hotel State College

6. Hyatt Place State College

7. Sleep Inn State College near Penn State

8. Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State

10. Hilton Garden Inn State College

11. Graduate by Hilton State College

12. Courtyard by Marriott State College

13. The Stevens Motel

14. Residence Inn by Marriott State College

15. Hampton Inn State College

16. Super 8 by Wyndham State College

17. Rodeway Inn State College - near University

18. Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center

19. Reynolds Mansion B&B

20. Carnegie House

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Top Pennsylvania State University Hotel Reviews

The Nittany Lion Inn

Hampton Inn State College

The Stevens Motel

Comfort Suites State College near Penn State

Hotel State College

Rodeway Inn State College - near University

Graduate by Hilton State College

Residence Inn by Marriott State College

Other attractions near Pennsylvania State University

Beaver Stadium

Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania

Palmer Museum of Art

Sarni Tennis Center

Penn State Tennis Center

Pegula Ice Arena

Bryce Jordan Center

Centre County Historical Society

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