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)
Reception
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is HK$934
HK$1,115 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

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
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Family Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single 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
  • 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

  • ‪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 such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and laundry services
  • A porter/bellboy, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 150 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Trophy Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Free 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 are 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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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 transport 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 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

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 does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton State College?

As of 12 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton State College on 13 Jul 2025 start from HK$934.11, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout 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. 661 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

It was quite clean, and the beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

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

10/10

The rooms were clean and the hotel was quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

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

They place was well maintained and staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very close to Penn state, great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

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

Just great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Stayed here many times. Our family favorite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

10/10

It was a beautiful hotel and the decor was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

The Penn State decor is unique and fun. The location is good, right on the edge of campus and town. I did not like the "resort" fee charged at the end of the stay. This is nothing but an added tax with absolutely no benefit to the guest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

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

2/10

Expensive and the place was filled with biker gangs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

This hotel is very convenient to Penn State. We have stayed at other Graduate hotels, and this one was by far the shabbiest. Elevators were hit or miss (there are instructions in the elevator on what to do if it gets stuck between two floors). The lobby furniture was very worn and there were tears in the wallpaper and the carpets were frayed. We stayed in a suite, it was the perfect size for the four of us. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

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

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

10/10

Cute themed hotel but the elevators were a little dark, slow.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Great location for walking around PSU
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10

A huge group of bikers moved in our second day here. At least 70 of the,, all the bikes were parked in the front driveway causing noise, gas smells, bikers hanging out everywhere. The hotel should have done a better job of having the bikers store their bikes in the garage. Otherwise hotel was nice. Has a bar, huge Penn State theme. Would probably stay at the Hyatt next time. Quieter, closer to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

We frequently stay here when visiting State College. We love the character and convenience of this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025