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Graduate by Hilton State College

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Pennsylvania State University

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Lobby
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Bar

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

King Room, Oversized

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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125 S Atherton St, State College, PA, 16801

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Federal Taphouse State College - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Irving's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 210 West - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton State College

Upscale hotel near Pennsylvania State University
Located close to Palmer Museum of Art and Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses, Graduate by Hilton State College provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Trophy Room, offers breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • An elevator, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 150 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 1 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Trophy Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,957 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1989
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 1.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Atherton Hotel
Atherton Hotel State College
Atherton State College
Hotel Atherton
The Atherton Hotel Hotel State College
The Atherton Hotel Hotel
The Atherton Hotel State College
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

Is Graduate by Hilton State College pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Graduate by Hilton State College?

Self parking is available for USD 15 per night.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton State College?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton State College?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 35 (subject to availability).

Where is Graduate by Hilton State College located?

Located in the heart of State College, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pennsylvania State University, Palmer Museum of Art, and The Arboretum at Penn State. Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and Bryce Jordan Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Graduate by Hilton State College Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Good location, nice staff...almost the entire property could use a refresh!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming and in a great location. I’m walking distance to the campus and all of the bar/ restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the hotel was quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaviandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They place was well maintained and staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Just great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! Very quiet, room darkening blinds and always wonderful decor at The Graduate hotels!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Penn state, great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

jason

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expensive and the place was filled with biker gangs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the look of this hotel and its location was key to enjoying State College!! Room looked like picture online but wish care was taken to ensure items in room were working,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here many times. Our family favorite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunice

Rooms were very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a beautiful hotel and the decor was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying at the Graduate. Everyone on staff is wonderful. The location is allows for you to walk downtown with ease. The décor is perfect for any Penn State fan or alum.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute themed hotel but the elevators were a little dark, slow.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking around PSU
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

clean, friendly staff, enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We frequently stay here when visiting State College. We love the character and convenience of this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the boutique style with all the college decor. So glad we stayed here instead of a generic chain!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
In this case, the "Graduate" format seems like a mostly unsuccessful attempt to update a shabby old property. Nice try, but this place has seen its day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and easy walk to most restaurants and bars. It was noisy however from outside traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025