10 Best Motels in State College: Find Cheap Motels in State College, PA 2026

Q: What are the best motels in State College?

Nittany Budget Motel : Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Pennsylvania State University. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. The Stevens Motel : 2 restaurants along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and a shopping center shuttle are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Pennsylvania State University. Northland Motel near University - State College, PA : Enjoy access to the restaurant, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Pennsylvania State University.

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1. Nittany Budget Motel

State College

Philip

AED 268 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

2. The Stevens Motel

State College

David

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Exterior Entry | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

3. Northland Motel near University - State College, PA

Park Forest Village

Andrew

AED 282 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Jetted tub

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Burnham/Lewistown

Lewistown

Neal

AED 278 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sep - 3 Sep

5. Huntingdon Motor Inn

Huntingdon

Mikayla

AED 347 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

6. We Are Inn

Philipsburg

Robert

AED 404 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

7. Best Travel Inn Philipsburg

Philipsburg

Jenelle

AED 326 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

8. Budget Inn

Mifflintown

mark

AED 265 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

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Top State College Hotel Reviews

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel, staff were very helpful and professional. Clean facilities, and elegant ambiance"

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Well appointed hotel; very friendly & helpful staff. Room had comfortable beds, blackout shades, MWO & mini fridge. Included breakfast was plentiful w/nice variety—scrambled eggs, sausages, waffle maker (batter dispenser little problematic, but staff helped), juice, coffee & tea. We had light bulb missing from reading light in room—staff corrected when notified. Our TV remote didn’t work, but likely needed batteries. We didn’t bother telling front desk til we left, as it was only an overnight trip w/dinner & concert shortly after arrival. No real need to watch TV in AM. Great location—close to downtown & Bryce Jordan Center. Would definitely stay again!"

Hotel State College

10/10 Excellent

"I hate to say this but I don’t think it’s a secret….. this is easily THE BEST hotel in State College hands down. Boutique style as I call it, but amazing, helpful and friendly staff. Clean facility with the convenience of multiple restaurant and bars attached or on property. I don’t hear a single thing in the guest room AND I’ve been right over college Ave. This is my third visit here in my daughter’s first year at PSU. I will be back for sure."

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to State College?

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What's it like to stay in a motel?

Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in State College?

Nittany Budget Motel: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Pennsylvania State University. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. The Stevens Motel: 2 restaurants along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and a shopping center shuttle are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Pennsylvania State University. Northland Motel near University - State College, PA: Enjoy access to the restaurant, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Pennsylvania State University.

What things can I to do in State College?

Enjoy the lively bars and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. People who visit State College love its college atmosphere and shops. Some outdoorsy places nearby include The Arboretum at Penn State, Talleyrand Park, and Penn's Cave. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Pegula Ice Arena, Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania, and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Bryce Jordan Center, Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses, and Beaver Stadium.

What's the weather like in State College?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in State College to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F. The snowiest months in State College are January, February, December, and March, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around State College when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in State College to help you navigate your stay: Fly into State College, PA (SCE-University Park), which is located 4 mi (6.4 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County), which is 42.2 mi (67.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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