University Park
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Where to stay in University Park

The Highlands
While The Highlands isn't home to many top sights, Pegula Ice Arena and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hyatt Place State College
Excellent. I will return.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA
Room was clean and comfortable, staff was friendly, breakfast was hot and tasty. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Hampton Inn State College
Very nice property - clean, well-attended, excellent service. Exactly what I'd hoped for when I'd booked.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

3 bedroom house in quiet State College neighborhood, 1 mile to downtown
Our stay was very comfortable. The beds were cozy. The kitchen was fully stocked with new quality cooking tools. The grill worked great. Quick drive into town/campus. Quiet neighborhood. Check in/out procedure was simple and communication was excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Downtown State College! Carriage House at Woodruff Highlands House
It was perfect! The minute we walked through the door we felt at home. I have never stayed in a carriage house so I was unsure what the experience would be like. Jen and Mike were the perfect hosts. Plus it is in the perfect location from campus and downtown. We will absolutely return!
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Comfort & Proximity to Downtown and Penn State (STR22-00040)
We had a very pleasant stay at this property. We primarily used it for sleeping as we were busy elsewhere during the days. The beds were comfortable and the house was clean. We did not use the kitchen facility so cannot comment on that but the rest of the house was perfect as a place get a good nights ...
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit

The Arboretum at Penn State
Explore the great outdoors at The Arboretum at Penn State, a lovely green space in State College. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Pennsylvania State University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Pennsylvania State University during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Bryce Jordan Center
Catch an event at Bryce Jordan Center during your trip to State College. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Beaver Stadium
Catch an event at Beaver Stadium during your trip to State College. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Pegula Ice Arena
Catch an event at Pegula Ice Arena during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Palmer Museum of Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Palmer Museum of Art during your travels in State College. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
