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Graduate by Hilton State College

Property class: 4

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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125 S Atherton St, State College, PA, 16801
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pegula Ice Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

Graduate King Oversized

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Graduate King Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Graduate Twin Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a lamp, and a forest-themed wall mural.

Family Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a large window, a television, a bed with a "WE ARE" sign, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a television, a dresser, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two twin beds with matching headboards and footboards, a nightstand with a lamp and a vase of flowers, and a plaid blanket on the floor.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and a chair.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a lamp, and a forest-themed wall mural.

Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Graduate by Hilton State College

A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and self parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include conference space, free use of bicycles and dry cleaning. Housekeeping is available on request.
Graduate by Hilton State College offers 150 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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

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

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Graduate by Hilton State College's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pennsylvania State University. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Trophy Room
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Pennsylvania State University and a 3-minute drive from The Arboretum at Penn State
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Graduate by Hilton State College offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles. Event space at this hotel measures 5426 square feet (504 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Graduate by Hilton State College also features tour/ticket assistance, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front desk safe. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star State College hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Trophy Room – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

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)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • 55-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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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 accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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. 672 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is just gorgeous! I look forward to staying there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was wonderful, especially the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Great location. Full of charm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Miranda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, room was cute and very comfortable, excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Comfortable. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Always a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

WAEL

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is okay however looks overrated on Expedia. The location is perfect and very close to PSU campus. The rooms are big but outdated.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Audra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for my graduation. I loved the Penn State vibe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a well executed theme.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to PennState staff was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is charming and every detail is well thought out. Love this hotel for the cozy feel and the great location. Beds super comfortable. Breakfast is delicious. Only downside to this stay was clothes left being in drawers, trash found in trash can when we check in and soiled bathroom door that hadn’t been wiped.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were great & love the common areas in the lobby for congregating with a group
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!! Very clean and great staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has so much personality and Penn State school spirit! Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at several Graduate hotels. They are always great. Clean, helpful staff. We were in and out quickly so we didn’t have a chance to have breakfast but I have eaten at several. Always a great meal
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check-in was easy and the staff very pleasant. Nice room, clean and well appointed. Great stay, would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean cozy room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is always super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Penn State decor was amazing! Every cool Penn state/football decor you see in the pictures is in every room and it’s better than the actual pictures,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is excellent. Great location and the staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025