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Graduate by Hilton State College

4.0 star property
Travelers find work-play balance at this upscale hotel near Penn State, with bike rentals for exploring and a 24-hour business center.

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Graduate by Hilton State College is conveniently near Penn State University. Guests enjoy a warm atmosphere, practical amenities like dry cleaning and a 24-hour gym, plus free in-room WiFi. The Trophy Room restaurant serves American cuisine, rounding out the experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is RM462
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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)

Highlights

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

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Living area

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

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
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located in Downtown State College, a neighbourhood in State College, Graduate by Hilton State College is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Enjoy an event or a match at Pegula Ice Arena, and consider making time for The Arboretum at Penn State—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Practise your golf swing with lessons and a golf course nearby, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails and horse riding in the area.
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125 S Atherton St, State College, PA, 16801

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Arboretum at Penn State - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 6 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Federal Taphouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vibe Coffee Co - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café 210 West - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tadashi #2 - ‬1 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 24-hour gym and conference space. 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 a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, a computer station and a banquet hall
  • Laundry services, meeting rooms 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

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

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
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

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 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton State College on 21 Jan 2026 start from RM 461.62, 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 Downtown 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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Reviews

Graduate by Hilton State College Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 661 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Amenities
Clean, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and room was beautiful. Clean and comfy. I will be back!!! Receptionists were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, friendly staff at restaurant and front desk, great text updates
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not eat at the hotel so I can't talk about the food. The hotel was easy access to stores and food which we loved. First time staying at the hotel and it was beautiful and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and PSU centric decor. Great stay everytime
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel/Great Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at The Graduated. Your Penn State theming was second to none! Dinner was good in The Trophy room, but we felt bad that only one staff member was working and had to take care of serving and bartending at the same time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location with parking although at a charge. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was quite clean, and the beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean, lots of for water, comfy bed. Easy check in. Needs updating in common areas, much better lighting in parking garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Corinne

Liked the Penn State theme and its location close to campus
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Graduate State College twice in the past few months. Staff is very friendly. Hotel is unique — love the college theme and quirky details. Walkable to the heart of State College. Easy parking under the building. Elevators are old and clanky, and access to guest floors is not restricted to key-holders, but that didn’t bother me.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - short walk to PSU, restaurants and stores. Hotel has PSU decor - really cute. Staff very friendly. Hotel very clean. I would definitely book here again.
Love the nittany lion lamp!
Cute ice cream wall paper - the creamery!
Nice double stall shower - spacious!
Very comfy beds!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaviandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They place was well maintained and staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the hotel was quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Eunice

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were in town for a volleyball game and stayed for one night. Hotel is located in a great location. Very walkable to most of the campus. Room was clean and we had no problems. We did not eat in the restaurant so can't comment on this. Stay was a little pricey but then what isn't these days. Was a good experience overall.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful and friendly. Cafe is a must. Nailed the decor!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

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

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable cozy perfect if you have pets quick check in I highly will recommend and come back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

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