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200 West Park Ave State College, Pennsylvania 16803
The original property opened in 1931. A member of Historic Hotels of America since 2000.
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Built in 1931 in the Georgian-style, The Nittany Lion Inn is owned and operated by The Pennsylvania State University and sits on its University Park Campus in the beautiful historic district of State College. The AAA Four Diamond Award recipient's immediate proximity to one of the nation's leading universities has drawn many distinguished visitors over the years. Decorated with fine antiques, it features warm, traditionally furnished guestrooms. A smoke free hotel, The Nittany Lion Inn is within walking distance to downtown and a short drive from the scenic Centre County region.
The Nittany Lion Inn of Pennsylvania State University has been named to these Historic Hotels of America Top 25 Lists
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Experience Penn's Cave, the Pennsylvania Military Museum, the Palmer Museum of Art, Old Main, and The Arboretum at Penn State just moments away.
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Discover the historic accommodations of The Nittany Lion Inn.
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Explore the campus of Penn State University.
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Experience the Palmer Museum of Art.
