The Nittany Lion Inn

3 stars
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based on 841 reviews
841 reviews
200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803, United States
200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA
+1 814 865 8500
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Overview

Nittany Lion Inn is situated in State College and features free Wi-Fi and a free shuttle service. It is steps from Rec Hall, eateries and nightlife options.

This 3-star hotel provides a 24-hour reception, meeting rooms and valet parking. It also has a tour desk, a ticket service and porters.

Nittany Lion Inn State College has 223 cosy rooms that are equipped with a variety of essential amenities to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay.

Nittany Lion Inn is within walking distance of Pennsylvania State University, Palmer Museum of Art and Penn State Golf Courses. It is also an easy drive from Bellefonte and Boalsburg.

9.3
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841 reviews

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Amenities at The Nittany Lion Inn

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Reviews of The Nittany Lion Inn

9.3
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841 verified ratings
Wonderful
641
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Okay
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Mediocre
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Summary of reviews

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Guests consistently praised the hotel's prime location, making it easy to access campus and local attractions. Cleanliness and room size received high marks, with many describing the rooms as spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained. The hotel's atmosphere and decor were also highlighted as charming and welcoming. However, several guests reported negative experiences with service, including issues with booking, front desk responsiveness, and restaurant staff. Overall, the positives centered on location, cleanliness, and ambiance, while service was a notable area for improvement.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Atmosphere9 out of 10
Room Size9 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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Anonymous, May 2026
Beautiful newly renovated hotel. Excellent coffee shop and bar. Joella that is a server in the bar provided excellent service.
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Lyle, Oct 2024
Overall we were pleased with our stay and would recommend. Front office, valet, and Lionne dinner service were excellent. Breakfast meals were good but the service was poor especially given that there...
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Anonymous, May 2018
Pros (+) Staff was very friendly and helpful. The setting was on campus. Rooms were very comfortable and internet was fast
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jul 2017
Pros (+) While disappointed in the management staff, the service staff up front was great. Nice and helpful. Grounds and building were gorgeous. Easy walk to Arts Fest and town. Whiskers was a nice venue to re...
Cons (-) Reserved a year in advance for this year's Arts Fest. Four girlfriends. With both elderly parents and young adult children issues, only booked rooms because the third party reservation site bragged th...
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Location

200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803

What's nearby

  • Rec Hall248 yd
  • Palmer Museum of Art0.3 mi
  • Pennsylvania State University0.4 mi
  • Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania0.7 mi
  • Penn State Golf Courses0.8 mi
  • Camelot0.9 mi
  • Pegula Ice Arena1 mi
  • Bryce Jordan Center1.1 mi
  • Beaver Stadium1.3 mi
  • Medlar Field at Lubrano Park1.4 mi
  • Centre County Historical Society1.6 mi
  • Centre Furnace Mansion House1.6 mi

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Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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The cheapest month to stay at The Nittany Lion Inn is December, with an average nightly rate of £110. The most expensive month is April at £222 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Nittany Lion Inn?

The cheapest day to book The Nittany Lion Inn is Thursday, with an average nightly rate of £117. The most expensive day is Saturday at £463 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Nittany Lion Inn?

To get the best price at The Nittany Lion Inn, book around 8 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 31% compared to booking last minute.

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  • The cheapest price a room at The Nittany Lion Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £117, while the most expensive was £117.
  • How long should you stay at The Nittany Lion Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at The Nittany Lion Inn

  • Where is The Nittany Lion Inn located?

    The Nittany Lion Inn is located at 200 West Park Avenue, 0.6 miles from the centre of State College. Rec Hall is the closest landmark to The Nittany Lion Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Nittany Lion Inn?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Nittany Lion Inn.

  • Does The Nittany Lion Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Nittany Lion Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Nittany Lion Inn from the airport?

    The Nittany Lion Inn is 3.7 miles from State College University Park. The Nittany Lion Inn is 41.9 miles from Altoona Blair County.

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0.6 mi
State College University Park
3.7 mi

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