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Graduate by Hilton State College

4.0 star property

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Lobby
Lobby
55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies
Bar (on property)
Interior detail

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is $182
$164 nightly
$182 total
Total with taxes and fees
May 27 - May 28

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125 S Atherton St, State College, PA, 16801
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Arboretum at Penn State
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • 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, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

King Room, Oversized

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Family Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop 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
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop 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
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Graduate Queen Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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 - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Arboretum at Penn State - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 7 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Graduate by Hilton State College

Graduate by Hilton State College offers 150 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 55-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 dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. 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 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 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

  • 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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

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

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

  • 55-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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, 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 accommodation, 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
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

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. 672 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ava

Traveled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Upgraded my room. Staff very nice, room very nice and clean. Breakfast very good,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Audra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Let me start by saying the staff was wonderful. Beyond kind and helpful. They are the reason for three stars and not two. If you do go make sure your gps has the hotel address correct and not the Graduate apartments across the street. Ordinarily this wouldn’t be an issue however there was no signage for the hotel or the entrance to the hotel/underground parking. We drove around and realized where the hotel was finally but then finding the entrance was nearly impossible. I actually had to call and the lovely girl at the desk stayed on and navigated us to the entrance. Now to the parking. Reviews said parking was tight. How bad could it be??? We found out. Spaces will fit a car but that doesn’t mean you can open the doors to the car. No exaggeration. It was so bad that once we parked we decided to just leave the car and uber for the weekend if we couldn’t walk. There is a parking garage a couple of blocks away. Had I known that I might have considered parking there instead. Needless to say that after a 3.5 hour drive this was not an ideal start. However the front desk staff was absolutely lovely. I can’t say that enough. The decor is, well, interesting. A lot of patterns! The wallpaper in the hall was of lots of books. I felt like I was in Alice in Wonderland. Our room was standard size wise and was clean. A giant lion lamp that made me think I needed one eye open to sleep. It is on a busy street and across from the fire station. Lots of noise at night. Location was walkable.
Hallway
Lobby bathroom wallpaper
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

erika

My reservation was canceled and they sent me to another hotel. I would like to get my Orbitz bucks back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check in to check out the staff was helpful and professional. The room was nice and clean. It was a great location. I’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at The Graduate before, and have always had a good experience. This time something had changed. There were stains on the floors from previous residents (not the carpets/rug area) the pillow cases were stained, no tissues in the bathroom. The bar/restaurant staff were super friendly and engaging. - sadly this energy was not found at check -in…. Rather we were made to feel like an inconvenience - which really nobody likes to feel that way. At last one elevator during the day was commandeered by housekeeping, whilst a second was not working - leaving one elevator for 11 floors - which was frustrating. Yes these are all first world problems - and I have never submitted a negative or whiny review- but this trip was so disappointing - when your room doesn’t feel clean and obviously has not been appropriately cleaned or restocked - it’s disappointing. For $614 for two nights - I at least would have liked clean pillow cases and a cleaned floor. Will. To be returning sadly!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Wendi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room decor, comfortable bed, clean, well kept. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We like the lounge area where you can sit, relax, talk, have a drink, or play one of the board games they have (chess, checkers, Scrabble, and some others).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexis A.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking garage was a tight fit, and elevator takes awhile but otherwise a great location and walkable area. Room was very clean, beautifully decorated, comfortable beds and great pillows. Not many probably appreciated the ice cream wallpaper in the bathroom but I did. Breakfast was not included but the restaurant has a nice variety of foods.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in state college to be close to the action and in a nice and updated hotel. Dogs can stay too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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