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4.0/5
Based on 712 guest reviews
- The Avg. Group Saves 19.2%!
- Access to gym on-site
- 150 sleeping rooms in hotel
- 7 floors in property
- 10 suites in property
- Check in: 3:00 PM
- Group score of 10.0/10
- 7 meeting rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
Penn State University, Penn State Creamery, Beaver Stadium, Bryce Jordan Center, Downtown Shopping & Eateries, Historic Boalsburg
Map & Landmarks: Graduate State College
Property Description
Across the street from Penn State University, on Atherton Street, between Beaver and College Avenues, sits Graduate State College. Its rich and distinctive decor makes corporate or leisure travel a unique, satisfying experience. Our superior accommodations, amenities and outstanding warm, personal service make Graduate State College's guest experience a grand value. Join us at the Trophy Room for breakfast or dinner. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, you will find our premier location convenient to all of the area's most popular attractions. Covered parking is available for our guests, as well as transportation to and from the airport.
Children 12 and under stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room when booked for the appropriate room option (two beds)
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2019 |
| Floors: | 7 |
| Rooms: | 150 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 150 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 7 |
| Suites: | 10 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 7 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 14647 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 300 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 11am - 2am |
| Pool Info: We do not have a pool on property. |
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Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Individual - 24 hrs. prior to arrival. Group - 24 hrs. prior to arrival. |
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| Nightly Parking: | $15. |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25- 500 |
| Total Taxes: | 11.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 6.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 5.00% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 6.00% |
| Other Tax: | 35.00 Per Stay (Late check-out fee) |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 22.20 Per Night (Resort Fee) |
| Parking Fee: | 15.00 Per Night (parking fee) |
| Additional Person Fee: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 25.00 Per Day |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 20.00% (for banquets) |
| Chef Attendant Fees: | 50.00 Per Item |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 7.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 12.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 12.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 25.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 24.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.50 Per Person |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 25.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Central location
- Charge for early check out
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Garage
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Kitchenette in room
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- Travellers cheques accepted
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
University Park Airport - 3 miles. One-way Taxi - Estimated $15.00
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
The Trophy Room is open for breakfast at weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, at weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay. Dogs and cats are allowed
Parking Info
Self parking fee: USD 15.00 per night per room.
Internet / WiFI
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
About Hilton Hotels and Resorts
- Bed & Breakfast Packages for two at select locations
- Have serenity beds made by Serta and Peter Thomas Roth hair & skincare bath amenities
- Pre-arrival planning services
- Pet Friendly Program
The Hilton Hotels and Resorts highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: The Waffle Shop - Enjoy delicious breakfast options including their famous waffles. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Deli - A cozy deli offering a variety of sandwiches and salads. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Corner Room - A local favorite serving classic American dishes. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Visit the Penn State University campus - Explore the beautiful campus and its iconic landmarks. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Saint's Cafe - Start your day with a cup of coffee and a delicious pastry. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Local Whiskey - Enjoy gourmet burgers and a wide selection of whiskey. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Zola Kitchen & Wine Bar - A trendy restaurant serving Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Hike Mount Nittany - Take a scenic hike up Mount Nittany and enjoy breathtaking views. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Irving's Bagels - Start your day with a freshly baked bagel and a cup of coffee. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Waffle Shop - Enjoy a hearty lunch at this local favorite. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Allen Street Grill - A popular restaurant offering a diverse menu and live music. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Explore the Palmer Museum of Art - Discover a wide range of artworks from various periods. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
The Atherton Hotel, The Atherton Hotel / Graduate State College
Group vs. Individual Rates at Graduate State College
The chart above shows trends of prices for both group rates and the best individual traveler prices our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was placed. The lowest group/meeting rate displayed is 62.8% in the month of August 2022 and the highest average individual rate is $674 in the month of November 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Graduate State College in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Graduate State College
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Graduate State College.
Feel free to use the Graduate State College meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in State College event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) |
Size (sqft.) |
Banquet 5'/6'  |
Crescent |
Classroom |
Hollow Square  |
U-Shape |
Boardroom |
Convention 8'/10'  |
Theater |
Reception |
Regist. Desk  |
| Regency Ballroom | 53 x 54 x 10 | 2862 | --/250 | 175 | 190 | 100 | 85 | -- | --/-- | 318 | 325 | 300 |
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Regency Ballroom
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
2862 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
53 x 54 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Columns:
1
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  
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| Ballroom A | 26 x 54 x 10 | 1436 | --/120 | 84 | 80 | 50 | 40 | -- | --/-- | 150 | 150 | 150 |
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Ballroom A
Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
1436 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
26 x 54 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
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| Ballroom B | 26 x 54 x 10 | 1436 | --/120 | 84 | 80 | 50 | 40 | -- | --/-- | 150 | 150 | 150 |
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Ballroom B
Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
1436 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
26 x 54 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
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| Atherton Room | 32 x 24 x 10 | 790 | --/50 | 35 | 40 | 30 | 30 | 20 | --/-- | 100 | 75 | 2 |
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Atherton Room
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
790 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
32 x 24 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Columns:
0
Windows:
1
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
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| Eleventh Room | 28 x 13 x 10 | 370 | 24/20 | 15 | 30 | 20 | 16 | 18 | --/-- | 50 | 50 | 54 |
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Eleventh Room
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
370 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
28 x 13 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Columns:
0
Windows:
1
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
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| Upper Lobby / 1855 Room | 26 x 42 x 15 | 1092 | --/90 | 63 | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 100 | 200 | 100 |
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Upper Lobby / 1855 Room
Room Type:
Lobby
Total Size:
1092 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
26 x 42 x 15 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Columns:
0
Windows:
1
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Poindexter Cafe | 32 x 40 x 10 | 1280 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 40 | -- |
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Poindexter Cafe
Room Type:
Restaurant / Lounge
Total Size:
1280 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
32 x 40 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Columns:
2
Windows:
3
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
Yes
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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FAQs about Graduate by Hilton State College
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Graduate by Hilton State College have?
There are 150 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Graduate by Hilton State College?
Yes, they have 7 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Graduate by Hilton State College?
The Trophy Room is open for breakfast at weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, at weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
What parking is available at Graduate by Hilton State College?
Self parking fee: USD 15.00 per night per room.
How much does internet cost?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
Can I get a AAA rate at Graduate by Hilton State College?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Graduate by Hilton State College?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Graduate by Hilton State College?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Can I get a group rate at Graduate by Hilton State College?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 19.2%.
Testimonials:
"It was great! The easiest part about the wedding planning so far! It was also a very quick turnaround." K.K. - Atlanta, GA
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