State College, PA

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Aerial View of State College PA
Aerial View of State College PA
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Where to stay in State College

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Downtown State College

If you're spending some time in Downtown State College, What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown State College
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The Highlands

The Highlands might not have many top sights, but Pegula Ice Arena and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Highlands
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College Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in College Heights and surrounding area, you can visit The Arboretum at Penn State and Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses.

College Heights
Park Forest Village

Park Forest Village

Park Forest Village is well-liked for its art galleries and theaters. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and The Arboretum at Penn State are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Park Forest Village
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Holmes-Foster

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holmes-Foster and surrounding area, you can visit Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and The Arboretum at Penn State.

Holmes-Foster
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State College South

While State College South might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pegula Ice Arena and Bryce Jordan Center.

State College South
The Nittany Lion Inn

The Nittany Lion Inn

3 out of 5
200 West Park Avenue State College PA
The price is AED 590 per night from May 20 to May 21
AED 590
AED 655 total
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in State College. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Bryce Jordan Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,547 reviews)
It may have been the nicest hotel I have ever stayed in. Breakfast is not included. Location is great.

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

The Nittany Lion Inn
The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
215 Innovation Boulevard State College PA
The price is AED 426 per night from May 21 to May 22
AED 426
AED 473 total
21 May - 22 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in State College. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,569 reviews)
Property was updated with on site restaurant, nice swimming pool, and room was tastefully decorated

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
Hyatt Place State College

Hyatt Place State College

3 out of 5
219 W Beaver Ave State College PA
The price is AED 522 per night from May 20 to May 21
AED 522
AED 579 total
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in State College. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Didn't eat breakfast

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Hyatt Place State College
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beautiful Home in Happy Valley 2.2 Miles from Beaver Stadium

Beautiful Home in Happy Valley 2.2 Miles from Beaver Stadium

State College PA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in State College. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Beaver Stadium and Bryce ...
10/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
Great place. Awesome location. Very convenient to everything PSU! We are!

Reviewed on 15 March 2026

Beautiful Home in Happy Valley 2.2 Miles from Beaver Stadium
PSU Charm: Sunny 3BR Townhome 5 Mins From Campus!

PSU Charm: Sunny 3BR Townhome 5 Mins From Campus!

State College PA
Stay at this vacation home in State College. Enjoy balconies, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bryce Jordan Center and Beaver ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
The condo is good size and clean with everything we needed. There are 2 parking spots in front of the unit under a car port, but they are bit narrow for a full size truck. The location worked well for us, but it's not walking distance to campus (walking to the bus stop would work though)

Reviewed on 2 April 2026

PSU Charm: Sunny 3BR Townhome 5 Mins From Campus!
Family-friendly home.  Close to stadium & downtown. Great neighborhood!

Family-friendly home. Close to stadium & downtown. Great neighborhood!

State College PA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in State College. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Beaver Stadium and Bryce ...
10/10 Exceptional! (149 reviews)
Everything was what I expected. Very easy check-in. Would recommend to anyone going to the State College area

Reviewed on 25 March 2026

Family-friendly home. Close to stadium & downtown. Great neighborhood!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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