The Nittany Lion Inn

Historic hotel with restaurant, near Pennsylvania State University

Choose dates to view prices

Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Near Pennsylvania State University, The Nittany Lion Inn offers a vibrant retreat with a coffee shop/cafe and 24-hour gym. Savor breakfast at Lionne or enjoy the evening atmosphere at the bar. With high-speed WiFi, meeting rooms, and luggage storage available for your convenience.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Parking available
Connecting rooms available
Pet friendly
Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Valet parking
Self parking
Coffee shop/cafe
7 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite TV service
Coffee/tea maker
Elevator
Bathtub or shower

$123 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Tomorrow

Oct 10 - Oct 11

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2024

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2024

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2024

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2024

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2024

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2024

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2024

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool
Airport transfer
Pet friendly
Free parking

$88 nightly

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Pool
Free breakfast
Airport transfer
Free parking

$121 nightly

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!

About the neighborhood

200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA, 16803

What's nearby

Pennsylvania State University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Pegula Ice Arena - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Bryce Jordan Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
‪Waring (West) Commons - ‬7 min walk
‪Café 210 West - ‬11 min walk
‪Chumley's - ‬13 min walk
‪Tadashi #2 - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Nittany Lion Inn

When you stay at The Nittany Lion Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Lionne, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This historic hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Beaver Stadium.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 230 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets allowed*
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Parking

- Covered onsite self parking (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
- Onsite valet parking (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop

What to do

Golfing nearby

Working away

7 meeting rooms
Conference space (9648 square feet)

Services

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop

Facilities

Built in 1930
ATM/banking
Fitness center
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Lionne - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Triplett's - This pub serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Dear Joe Cafe - This coffee shop serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

Covered self parking costs USD 12 per night with in/out privileges
Valet parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Nittany Inn

Nittany Lion

Nittany Lion Inn

Nittany Lion Inn State College

Nittany Lion State College

The Nittany Lion Inn Hotel

The Nittany Lion Inn State College

The Nittany Lion Inn Hotel State College

Frequently asked questions

Does The Nittany Lion Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Nittany Lion Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 12 per night. Valet parking costs USD 25 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Nittany Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Nittany Lion Inn and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Nittany Lion Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Lionne.

What's the area around The Nittany Lion Inn like?

The Nittany Lion Inn is in the heart of State College, a short 3-minute walk from Pennsylvania State University and 12 minutes' walk from The Arboretum at Penn State.