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Graduate by Hilton State College

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk

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125 S Atherton St, State College, PA, 16801
  • Pennsylvania State University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Beaver Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 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

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • 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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

State College

A stay at Graduate by Hilton State College places you in the heart of State College, within a 5-minute drive of Pennsylvania State University and The Arboretum at Penn State. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Palmer Museum of Art and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses.

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Elixr - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Federal Taphouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café 210 West - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vibe Coffee Co - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton State College

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Pennsylvania State University
Graduate by Hilton State College offers 150 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Stay in one of 150 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. This hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Trophy Room serving guests of Graduate by Hilton State College. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in State College? This hotel has 5426 square feet (504 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Trophy Room - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 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 restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Trophy Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • 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

  • 5,426 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
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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 films

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

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

Graduate by Hilton State College Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1005 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traveled for my daughter's graduation. Very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

jason, new carlisle

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights 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

Rachael

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the parking. Vehicles too close together. Eooms were nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Just great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

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

8/10 Good

Dennis, Orinda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

H. Emma

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it! Perfect location and very comfortable. I was able to get a nice to go breakfast and latte from the restaurant onsite too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with partner
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

Frost

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Hasan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I had blood on my sheets , they changed it but this is unacceptable, pls reach out to me to discuss
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

Louise

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stefanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Overall very good

The hotel is cute, the ambiance is great. The room is very spacious and beds are comfortable and room was clean. The only complaint I have is the on night lamp next to the bed was not plugged in and not working when I plugged it in. The other night lamp had an outlet, I plugged in my phone charger and it sparked. Beside those issues it was a great overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

JoAnna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Booked here because the room description indicated there was an in-room refrigerator and microwave. (This is important to us because one of the travelers has special dietary needs that we plan for!) NEITHER was in our room. One elevator didn’t operate correctly. Otherwise, good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025