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8.6

542 reviews

Graduate State College

Graduate State College

125 S. Atherton Street, State College, 16801, Pennsylvania, United States

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Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Graduate State College

Welcome to Graduate State College, a charming 4-star hotel located in the heart of State College, Pennsylvania. With its prime location just 0.3mi from the city center, this hotel is the perfect base for exploring everything that State College has to offer. Boasting 542 reviews, this hotel is a favorite among travelers.

The Graduate State College offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Whether you're a skiing enthusiast, a pet lover, or in need of private parking, this hotel has you covered. Stay connected with free WiFi, indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, and keep up with your fitness routine at the free fitness center. The hotel also offers a business center for those traveling on business.

With its convenient location, excellent reviews, and a starting price of $136, the Graduate State College is the perfect choice for your stay in State College. Relax in one of the non-smoking rooms and enjoy the comforts of air conditioning, free toiletries, and a private bathroom. Explore the surrounding area with activities like hiking, cycling, and canoeing, or simply unwind in the shared lounge area. Whatever your travel plans may be, the Graduate State College has everything you need for a memorable stay. Book your stay today and experience the best of State College.

Looking to dine at the hotel? Look no further than the Trophy Room, the on-site restaurant at Graduate State College. Indulge in delicious American cuisine and satisfy your taste buds with a variety of flavorful dishes. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty burger, a fresh salad, or a tempting dessert, the Trophy Room has something for everyone. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a delightful dining experience without even having to leave the comfort of the hotel.

When it comes to payment options, the Graduate State College accepts a wide array of methods. From Mastercard to Visa, Diners Club to American Express, you can conveniently pay for your stay using your preferred credit card. Discover, JCB, Maestro, Carte Blanche, and UnionPay are also accepted, ensuring that your payment process is hassle-free.

Now, let's explore the range of room types available at Graduate State College. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or with a group, there's a room that suits your needs. Choose from the King Room, Twin Room, or Queen Room with Two Queen Beds for a comfortable and relaxing stay. If you're looking for a little more space, consider the King Suite or the Graduate Suite Queen Room with Two Queen Beds. Whichever room type you choose, you'll enjoy modern amenities, tasteful decor, and a cozy ambiance throughout your stay.

Closest airports

Penn State University Park Airport

4mi

Altoona-Blair County Airport

41.8mi

Williamsport-Lycoming County Airport

58.2mi

Du Bois-Jefferson County Airport

60.3mi

Johnstown-Cambria County Airport

60.6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Free toiletries

Rooms

Graduate King Suite in Graduate State College

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Graduate Suite, King Size

1 King Size Bed

525 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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The suite offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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Graduate Suite, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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This suite is air-conditioned and features a TV, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Graduate Family

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The quadruple room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a TV. The unit has 3 beds.

Graduate King Room in Graduate State College

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Graduate, King Size

1 King Size Bed

310 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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The double room has a TV, air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.

King Room - Disability Access in Graduate State College

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Experience comfort and convenience in our spacious King Room, specially designed for guests with disabilities. With a private bathroom, modern amenities including WiFi and a flat-screen TV, and a plush king-sized bed, rest assured that we have everything you need for a relaxing stay.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access in Graduate State College

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Room - 2 Queen, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Welcome to our spacious Queen Room with Two Queen Beds specially designed for guests with disabilities. With its 355 sqft size, flat-screen TV, and free Wi-fi, this room comfortably accommodates 4 adults and 3 children. Enjoy your stay with amenities such as a refrigerator, air conditioning, and complimentary toiletries.

King Room in Graduate State College

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Enjoy a comfortable stay in our spacious King Room, perfect for couples or small families. Unwind in a private oasis with a King size bed and modern amenities like free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a refrigerator.

Twin Room in Graduate State College

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Experience comfort and convenience in our Twin Room. Indulge in a spacious 248 sqft retreat featuring private bathroom, WiFi, flat-screen TV, and a refrigerator. Perfect for 2 adults and 1 child, this room guarantees a relaxing stay with air conditioning, tea/coffee maker, and free toiletries.

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Graduate, 1 Queen Size Bed

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Family

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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King Suite in Graduate State College

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Suite, King Size

1 King Size Bed

450 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Graduate Suite Queen Room with Two Queen Beds  in Graduate State College

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Graduate Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

2 Double Beds

450 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Guest reviews

8.6

542 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

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Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Dorothy

8.2

August 2024

location is great decor is very nice & cozy, loved the book and ice cream cone wallpaper very clean & quiet complimentary coffee in the morning Very nice bath products that smelled amazing! room was spacious plugs in lamp bases which is great for charging phones.

hotel switched over to a Hilton system seemed like the day we arrived, which caused staff to have problems with check in, so check in was very slow. My request for adjoining rooms was confirmed at the time of my booking but because of the system switch over the request was "lost" and not fulfilled,. After speaking with the manager he had to manually compare floor maps to available rooms to find rooms for us that were at least on the same floor. That was very disappointing and time consuming, but the manager did his best with a bad situation. The cut over to the new system should have been transparent to guests, so Hilton's execution of the switch was extremely POOR.

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Montgomery

9.1

January 2024

First, the interior design was amazing. I wanted to take pictures of everything and redesign my home. I loved it. The Penn State touches also make it feel like you’re in a special place, not just a hotel. The room was spacious and the beds were comfortable - this is the first place I’ve stayed in a while where the temperature was actually comfortable and not freezing. The restaurant was small but well designed and the service was quick and friendly with tasty food to boot. The complimentary drink and coffee cards were a great surprise! The front desk staff was friendly and engaging. I was really happy with my stay.

I didn’t not like anything.

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Dioselina

10

February 2024

Staff was friendly and professional. Room was immaculately clean, cozy, and inviting. One of the best night’s sleep i have had in a while. Given the area and it’s parking challenges, it was a plus that the hotel had its own parking accommodations.

Although not a big deal, the room was lacking storage. What looked like a dresser did not have any drawers. It stored the mini fridge, coffee pot, and safe instead.

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George

9.1

December 2023

The gentleman at the front desk (forgot his mane but we know that he is from Oregon and just got married) was the best! What a kind and professional welcome! Loved the littles touches that remind us that PSU is a big sports school! Very whimsical! Breakfast was a good experience too The fried egg on a brioche bread was excellent!

I think that elevators need some upgrades A little tough at times Garage walls should be repainted

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Nancy

8.2

August 2024

Location and Parking plus very nice staff

Shower floors slippery, no front door to hotel- elevator area should be more welcoming and better lighting. Elevators slow to parking area, ice only on 5th floor, no filtered water refill station, coffee at restaurant cold, due to all the furniture and fabric the hotel doesn’t feel clean.

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Patricia

9.1

September 2022

staff always very nice; decor always enjoyed

We've stayed here quite a few times, even when it was the Atherton Hotel back several years, and the elevators are ridiculously bad. Always. Has no one figured out that only 1 or 2 functioning elevators out of 3 isn't great? And the elevators look shabby and jerk and groan. They haven't changed since the days of the Atherton Hotel. So the rooms, public spaces and decor are really great but if I constantly have to stand waiting for crummy elevator whether at parking level of lobby level or room floor, and it's been this way for every stay here we have experienced, why wouldn't you fix your elevator service?? Really very annoying especially for frequent visitors

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Laura

8.2

January 2024

Great location, clean, fun decor

Bar tender was not friendly. Stopped a little after 4 pm for a drink and was told rudely he wasn’t open even though he was to open at 4pm. Later in the evening we waited at the bar for quite some time without even being acknowledged.

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Cng106

10

July 2023

A great location for a hotel at Penn State - right in the downtown area and close to campus. The room was so cute with Penn State decor that was not overdone. We were there for the inaugural Ironman 70.3 and they had out snacks for athletes and even a bike cleaning station in the garage.

Don't have much to complain about - wish parking was included, but $15/night isn't too unreasonable.

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Maria

8.2

August 2023

We liked a lot of things of the Graduate hotel. Rooms are very well decorated and the beds are very comfortable , bathrooms are very spacious, perfect for more than one person.

Our room 301 had a very specific noise in the air condition that we ended up getting used to it! I think you should check this up! Also we dis not know that the cleaning of the rooms were upon request!

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Michael

8.2

October 2024

Location is within walking distance of everything.

I guess they all charge extra for parking now even this place that has a parking garage. It was only $15 a night but still that needs to be part of the fee up front. Not when you arrive at the hotel.

Points of Interest Around Graduate State College

Airports

Penn State University Park Airport

4mi

Altoona-Blair County Airport

41.8mi

Williamsport-Lycoming County Airport

58.2mi

Du Bois-Jefferson County Airport

60.3mi

Johnstown-Cambria County Airport

60.6mi

Restaurants

Trophy Room

Cuisines

  • American

Amenities of Graduate State College

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Graduate State College

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Graduate State College

Does Graduate State College allow guests to stay with pets?

Absolutely! You are more than welcome to stay with your furry friend at Graduate State College. They are a pet-friendly hotel that allows pets. Please note that there may be charges for bringing your pet along, so it's always a good idea to check with the hotel for more information regarding their pet policies and any additional fees that may apply.

At what times are check-in and check-out at Graduate State College?

For those planning to reside at Graduate State College, the doors open for check-in at 04:00 PM and it's time to say goodbye by 11:00 AM.

Is free parking available at Graduate State College?

Yes, parking is available at the Graduate State College hotel. The hotel offers private, on-site parking at a rate of $15 per day. Reservations are not required for parking.

What's the nightly rate at Graduate State College?

The base rate at Graduate State College is approximately $136. Be informed that this can vary depending on your room choice and booking dates. Enter dates for a tailored price.

What types of rooms does Graduate State College offer?

At Graduate State College, the rooms available include King Rooms, Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds, King Suites, Twin Rooms, and Graduate Suite Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds. The rooms range in size from 248 sqft to 452 sqft and can accommodate between 2-4 adults and 1-3 children. None of the rooms allow smoking and the bed options vary from King size beds, Queen size beds, Double beds, and Twin beds.

What are the main attractions at Graduate State College?

Guests at the Graduate State College can spend their time enjoying a variety of leisure amenities. They can hit the slopes and go skiing, or play a round of golf at the hotel's golf course. For those looking to relax, there is a bar where guests can unwind and enjoy their favorite drinks. Fitness enthusiasts can take advantage of the fitness center to stay active during their stay.

In addition, the hotel offers several outdoor activities for guests to explore. They can rent bicycles and go cycling, or go horseback riding to experience the scenic surroundings. There are also opportunities for hiking, canoeing, and fishing for guests who enjoy outdoor adventures.

To satisfy their hunger, guests can dine at the on-site restaurant called Trophy Room. The restaurant offers American cuisine, providing a convenient dining option for guests.

Does Graduate State College have on-site restaurants?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant on site called Trophy Room. The restaurant offers American cuisine.

Does Graduate State College accept credit cards and cash payments?

No, Graduate State College does not accept cash payments. However, they do accept various credit cards, including Mastercard, Diners Club, American Express, Discover, Visa, JCB, Maestro, Carte Blanche, and UnionPay.