Nittany Lion Inn - State College
40.797818, -77.871386
Overview
Historic 3-star on-campus hotel with free shuttle service and award-winning dining
Amenities & Services
The Nittany Lion Inn offers a free shuttle service to University Park Airport and local attractions. Guests have access to an electric vehicle charging station in the adjacent parking garage, plus valet parking at $25 per night. The 24-hour front desk, fitness center, and complimentary apples and water in the lobby are available for all guests.
Dining
On-site dining includes The Dining Room, which serves American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a Sunday brunch and Friday seafood buffet. Whiskers is a casual pub-style restaurant open for late-night dining with a full bar, while Lionne offers upscale meals in a white-linen setting. A coffee shop provides Lavazza espresso drinks and pastries for morning guests.
Rooms & Suites
Each room at The Nittany Lion Inn provides cable TV, an iPod docking station, and an en suite bathroom. Some suites add a seating area, microwave, and refrigerator, with all rooms offering free WiFi. The hotel completed a full renovation in September 2024, with newly designed beds, furniture, and walk-in showers.
Location & Campus Access
The Nittany Lion Inn sits directly on the Pennsylvania State University campus, a 5-minute drive from Beaver Stadium. Guests can walk to the Palmer Museum of Art, the Arboretum at Penn State, and downtown State College shops and restaurants. The hotel also provides a free shuttle to University Park Airport and nearby attractions.
Events & Business Facilities
The inn offers robust event spaces that accommodate up to 800 guests, with personalized planning and coordination services available. Historic ballrooms and meeting rooms have hosted U.S. presidents and notable figures over its decades-long legacy. Business travelers can use the 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi throughout the hotel.
- Location: On Penn State campus, walking distance to Beaver Stadium and museums
- Rooms: Renovated rooms with walk-in showers, iPod docking stations, and free WiFi
- Dining: The Dining Room, Whiskers pub, Lionne, and coffee shop
- Services: Free shuttle to airport and local attractions, electric vehicle charging
- Events: Spaces for up to 800 guests with personalized planning
- History: Hosted U.S. presidents and distinguished guests
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Essential information about Nittany Lion Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 11748 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.1 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 8.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | University Park, SCE |
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