The Nittany Lion Inn

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A short walk from Pennsylvania State University, The Nittany Lion Inn provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Lionne, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a gym and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NT$4,372
NT$4,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(189 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a television on a small table, and a window providing natural light.

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Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white and orange pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp and a vase of flowers.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a blue armchair, a wooden side table, and a bench.

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in State College, The Nittany Lion Inn is in the city center. Palmer Museum of Art and Pennsylvania Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Boal Mansion Museum and American Philatelic Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Bryce Jordan Center or Beaver Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our State College travel guide
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200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA, 16803

What's nearby

  • A brick building with a sign reading "The Pennsylvania State University" surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.
    Pennsylvania State University
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A garden with various pumpkins and flowers, a wooden bench, and a metal structure.
    The Arboretum at Penn State
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Palmer Museum of Art
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center
    6 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    11 min walk
  • Waring (West) Commons
    7 min walk
  • Café 210 West
    11 min walk
  • Bill Pickle's Tap Room
    13 min walk
  • Tadashi #2
    11 min walk

About this property

The Nittany Lion Inn

  • Historic hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Pennsylvania State University
  • At The Nittany Lion Inn, you can look forward to a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Lionne, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a gym and conference space.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a vending machine
    • An elevator, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
    • A banquet hall, a porter/bellhop, and a gift shop
  • Room features
  • All 230 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with tubs 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.

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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 2026/10/26, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nittany Lion Inn on 2026/11/23 start from NT$4,372, 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?

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: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does The Nittany Lion Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 7:30 AM–10:00 PM on request.

Where is The Nittany Lion Inn located?

Located in the heart of State College, this historic hotel is within 1 mi (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 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Nittany Lion Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1856 out of 2199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 2199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 2199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 2199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 2199 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great and comfortable stay! Really enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and food !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel. Great rooms and all facilities were fabulous. Good restaurants and very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel, friendly staff, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel, very spacious, rooms with very good design and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Check in was easy, valet was lovely, room was comfortable and clean. Common areas were nicely decorated and the breakfast was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place. Love the location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good, clean, nice location on campus, not very professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Layout and design and amenities made for an enjoyable and comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay at the Nittany Lion Inn was excellent! As one would expect, the location is outstanding as it is within walking distance to most if not all points of interest on campus. The hotel has gone through an extensive renovation and offers very clean and modernized rooms with great amenities. The food at the restaurants on property were all excellent. Overall, as a Penn State alum and frequent visitor to State College I would highly recommend the Nittany Lion Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the on-campus property, nice staff and great location. The bar and coffee shop are nice to have on the property. Both were excellent and popular.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious and clean rooms. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good to be back at Penn state. Clean room and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The stay was great and property was well maintained. We are planning to stay here the next time we come to visit our daughter. I was have appreciated the parking included in the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful doesn’t do it justice. An amazing stay with great rooms, bars, & staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect walking distance to the stadium. Great place for dogs. The food at both restaurants were awesome. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just like the pictures, such a nice historic hotel with great decor and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel with very helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the classic design and primer location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We liked the airport transfer. The hotel was updated and located so close to the arena that we easily walked to the volleyball game. We enjoyed walking around the nearby arboretum. The food at the restaurants were good. The ice cream on campus was divine! Not much for food options in the evening so we took an uber downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Nittany Lion Inn is conveniently located for visiting campus. The front desk staff is welcoming. The room looked like it was recently redone and was spotlessly clean. Mattress was comfortable and hotel was quiet, offering a comfortable night of sleep. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and location. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love this hotel and close to all of the Penn State activities. We had dinner outside at the Triplette Restaurant and it was delicious and the waitress was very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location near campus. Coffee shop, bar/restaurant, and lounge area all within hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026