Nittany Lion Inn State College, State College
About the Hotel
Nittany Lion Inn - A historic Penn State landmark hotel with distinguished guest history, fine dining, and campus shuttle service
Located on Penn State's University Park campus, this historic State College hotel combines Dutch colonial architecture with modern amenities. Each guest room features cable TV, an en suite bathroom, and an iPod docking station. The property houses two restaurants: Lionne, serving American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and 1855 Lounge. A certified sommelier manages the wine program, earning recognition from Wine Spectator. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to University Park Airport and local attractions. Within 1 mile are Beaver Stadium, Bryce Jordan Center, and Pegula Ice Arena. The Arboretum at Penn State and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania lie within 1 mile. Notable past guests include Robert Frost, Eleanor Roosevelt, Presidents Lyndon Johnson and George Bush, and actors Jack Nicholson and Danny DeVito.
Nittany Lion Inn: Pros
- Certified sommelier oversees an award-winning wine program - Complimentary airport and local attraction shuttle service - Dutch colonial architecture preserves historic campus character - Central location provides walking access to university facilities
Nittany Lion Inn: Cons
- 6 miles distance from University Park may require transportation planning - Limited entertainment options within immediate walking distance
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Valet parking
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor