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

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA
3.0 star property
11.7 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1172)
"Great stay!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ฿2,948
฿3,273 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA
Gift shop
Nittany Budget Motel

Nittany Budget Motel

Nittany Budget Motel
2.0 star property
5.7 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (689)
"I love staying here when i travel. It a nice quiet small motel, and the staff is always so nice and helpful. "
United States
Anita
The price is ฿2,257
฿2,506 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Nittany Budget Motel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Comfort Suites State College near Penn State

Comfort Suites State College near Penn State

Comfort Suites State College near Penn State
2.5 star property
10.2 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Friendly staff...free and ample parking...easy walk (40 minutes) to downtown"
United States
Sara
The price is ฿3,021
฿3,354 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Comfort Suites State College near Penn State
Cocktail bar
Hyatt Place State College

Hyatt Place State College

Hyatt Place State College
3.0 star property
9.1 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great location, clean and great hospitality. "
United States
Ernesto
The price is ฿3,258
฿3,616 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Hyatt Place State College
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The Nittany Lion Inn

The Nittany Lion Inn

The Nittany Lion Inn
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1054)
"Great stay! "
United States
Aimee
The price is ฿3,376
฿3,748 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
The Nittany Lion Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State

Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State

Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Excellent Location, clean facilities, wifi, breakfast and and Especially friendly and helpful staff make this Days Inn a true Winnermake this "
United States
Jeannette
The price is ฿2,888
฿3,205 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State
1 King Bed, 1-Person Pullout Sofa, Non-Smoking, No Pets Allowed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Sleep Inn State College near Penn State

Sleep Inn State College near Penn State

Sleep Inn State College near Penn State
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Our go to hotel in State College. Excellent location, clean, friendly staff"
United States
Shannon
The price is ฿2,745
฿3,047 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn State College near Penn State
Bar (on property)
Graduate by Hilton State College

Graduate by Hilton State College

Graduate by Hilton State College
4.0 star property
9 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great stay "
United States
Keith
The price is ฿3,619
฿4,334 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Graduate by Hilton State College
Lobby
Courtyard by Marriott State College

Courtyard by Marriott State College

Courtyard by Marriott State College
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (342)
"Will stay agian"
United States
Robert
The price is ฿3,207
฿3,560 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott State College
Reception
Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
2.5 star property
9.4 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (408)
"Clean room, courtous staff, great location"
United States
Teresita
The price is ฿3,289
฿3,650 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Free daily continental breakfast
Super 8 by Wyndham State College

Super 8 by Wyndham State College

Super 8 by Wyndham State College
2.0 star property
9.1 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Beds were not great but the hotel was very clean and great environment! "
United States
Natalie
The price is ฿2,549
฿2,830 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham State College
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center

Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center

Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
6.6 out of 10, (1004)
"Provided a hot breakfast with some healthy options. Rooms were clean and the staff was friendly."
United States
Nicole
The price is ฿1,866
฿2,072 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center
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Holiday Inn Express State College at Williamsburg Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Express State College at Williamsburg Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Express State College at Williamsburg Square by IHG
2.5 star property
11.7 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"very clean , curtious staff. goid breakfast , good location. "
United States
Catherine
The price is ฿2,482
฿2,755 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Holiday Inn Express State College at Williamsburg Square by IHG
Courtyard
Residence Inn by Marriott State College

Residence Inn by Marriott State College

Residence Inn by Marriott State College
3.0 star property
9.1 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (225)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, several choices for breakfast, short Uber to University area. "
United States
Shawn
The price is ฿3,207
฿3,560 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott State College
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Wyndham Garden State College

Wyndham Garden State College

Wyndham Garden State College
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Lovely room, kind staff and great location and services."
United States
Lisa
The price is ฿3,048
฿3,383 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Wyndham Garden State College
View from property
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott State College

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott State College

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott State College
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (635)
"Decent property, restaurant nearby. "
United States
Beth
The price is ฿3,077
฿3,415 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott State College
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hampton Inn State College

Hampton Inn State College

Hampton Inn State College
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Friendly Staff.....clean room"
United States
Gregory
The price is ฿2,724
฿3,024 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn State College
Reception
The Stevens Motel

The Stevens Motel

The Stevens Motel
2.0 star property
10.1 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (310)
"Nice, cute place! A great place to stay for cheap without compromising on cleanliness. Did not partake in provided breakfast, but location is great for Penn State campus, less than 10min by car. Lots of places to get food nearby as well. "
United States
Ella
The Stevens Motel
Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn State College

Hilton Garden Inn State College

Hilton Garden Inn State College
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (732)
"Room and hotel were spotless, friendly staff. Renovations turned out beautiful. Love that there’s a bar/restaurant in the hotel. "
United States
Sharon
The price is ฿3,030
฿3,363 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn State College
Fireplace
Carnegie House

Carnegie House

Carnegie House
4.0 star property
12.5 km from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (399)
"The cutest place we have stayed our entire trip!"
United States
Anne
The price is ฿3,318
฿3,682 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Carnegie House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

The Nittany Lion Inn

The Nittany Lion Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect "
Vincent 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Nittany Lion Inn
Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"In State College for conference. Hotel with excellent location to the restaurants and bars in the area. Hotel has a convenient parking garage but there is a nightly charge. Have stayed there before and will stay again. "
Thomas 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotels near other Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area attractions

Ferguson Township Watershed Preserve

Explore the great outdoors at Ferguson Township Watershed Preserve, a lovely green space in Pine Grove Mills.
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Whipple Dam State Park

You can take time to visit Whipple Dam State Park during your travels to Petersburg. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area?
Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area is located in Petersburg. You'll find 45 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area?
Located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area, Nittany Budget Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices around the area include The Nittany Lion Inn and Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center.
How many hotels are there close to Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area?
Expedia has 45 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area.
What can I see and do near Pennsylvania State University Recreation Area?
Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Ferguson Township Watershed Preserve, Fairbrook Park or Klingsberg Aviary. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Happy Valley Winery, Whipple Dam State Park and Stone Valley Forest while you're in the area. Shaver's Creek Environmental Center and Stone Valley Recreation Area are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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