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Graduate by Hilton State College

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Pennsylvania State University

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Near Penn State University, Graduate by Hilton State College offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with dry cleaning services, a 24-hour gym, and Trophy Room restaurant serving American cuisine. With free in-room WiFi, guests can stay connected while enjoying the convenient location praised by previous visitors.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Self parking
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Conference space

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is €117
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Family Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, pay films

Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower, Mobility & Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Living area

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
125 S Atherton St, State College, PA, 16801

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palmer Museum of Art - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Arboretum at Penn State - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Federal Taphouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vibe Coffee Co - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café 210 West - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tadashi #2 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton State College

At Graduate by Hilton State College, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Trophy Room, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Also, this hotel is a short five-minute drive from Beaver Stadium. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 150 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 21
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Children

    • Up to 4 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (USD 15 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness centre
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Skiing lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (5426 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bike hire

Facilities

  • Built in 1989
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Trophy Room – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 1.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 35 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self-parking costs USD 15 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Atherton Hotel State College
Atherton Hotel
Atherton State College
Atherton
The Atherton Hotel an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Graduate State College
Graduate by Hilton State College Hotel
Graduate by Hilton State College State College
Graduate by Hilton State College Hotel State College

Frequently asked questions

Does Graduate by Hilton State College offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton State College 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton State College?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Graduate by Hilton State College?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 15 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton State College?

You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 35 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton State College and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Graduate by Hilton State College also has a 24-hour fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near Graduate by Hilton State College?

Yes, Trophy Room offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Graduate by Hilton State College like?

Graduate by Hilton State College is in Downtown State College, a short 9-minute walk from Pennsylvania State University and 16 minutes' walk from Palmer Museum of Art. Travellers say that the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.

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Graduate by Hilton State College Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Location
Elevator
Parking
Bed
Restaurant
Bathroom
Lobby
Downtown

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant served good food, with a good selection of options, although some guests found the menu limited. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

5 minute drive to penn state Comfy beds Super friendly staff
Margaret, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff at desk, bar, and cleaning crew.
Gerard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location - short walk to PSU, restaurants and stores. Hotel has PSU decor - really cute. Staff very friendly. Hotel very clean. I would definitely book here again.
Love the nittany lion lamp!
Cute ice cream wall paper - the creamery!
Nice double stall shower - spacious!
Very comfy beds!
Kimberly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to Penn state, great place to stay
Ying, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, nice staff...almost the entire property could use a refresh!
Mike, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a beautiful hotel and the decor was amazing.
Katie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay

clean, friendly staff, enjoyable stay
Jeanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were very comfortable and quiet
Eunice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable cozy perfect if you have pets quick check in I highly will recommend and come back
Claudia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about The Graduate (formerly Atherton Hotel) was wonderful. There's a feeling of both sophistication and school spirit permeating the atmosphere. Best of all are the little personal touches, like one bed having a pillow stitched "We Are..." and the pillow on the other bed stitched "...Penn State!" It doesn't feel like the generic hotel chains at all.
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was our first time here and we will definitely return. The room was quite comfortable and the staff pleasant and attentative. The decoration -- particularly -- the bookshelf wall paper was overwhelming and at least on elevator needed work. That said, we enjoyed ourselves and it was conveniently located.
Amy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Valerie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the boutique style with all the college decor. So glad we stayed here instead of a generic chain!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay!

The overall stay with excellent. Customer Service was professional and friendly. The property was very clean. The room was beautiful, comfortable and clean. The thickness room was nice and hot all the unnecessary equipment for a nice workout. I recommend this hotel.
Peggy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and great staff!
Vivian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute themed hotel but the elevators were a little dark, slow.
Rachael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Disappointed

We were extremely disappointed in the service in the Trophy room. servers were so slow, I waited sitting at bar for 15 min without anyone even saying I will be right with you, we got up and walked down to federal taphouse It was very surprising. I have stayed at the Hyatt in past and will say that is the BIGGEST difference between the two hotels. Very disappointed
colleen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. The rooms are clean and very nicely decorated.
Daniel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was fine. The parking situation is ridiculous. They charge daily parking fee but finding parking that you can actually use in their underground garage is difficult
Melissa, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Do not trust this place. They will ask you to pay double for a room and/or cancel your reservation after check-in. Horrible customer service.
Christine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location was great, but the property entrance was hard to find. In room coffee was a packet of instant - I haven't had that in many years, and still don't like it.
Thomas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Did not like the parking. Vehicles too close together. Eooms were nice
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in with very good, great personality and professional
Ed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An amazing property, right in downtown. One of the best places to stay in State College.
Nilay, 3-night trip