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Graduate by Hilton State College
125 S. Atherton Street, State College, PA, USA, 16801
About us
Graduate by Hilton State College immerses you in local history, legends, and Nittany Lion traditions, with creative interiors that capture the Happy Valley spirit. Located downtown, just one block from Penn State University, we’re your perfect base for exploring. Enjoy inspired guest rooms, our welcoming Trophy Room restaurant, and signature Graduate touches throughout.
Venue Details
ChainHilton
BrandGraduate by Hilton
Built1988
Renovated2019
Total meeting space5,426 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms150
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Awards
Industry awards
TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award for 2024
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Video conference
Recreational activities
- Health club
Transportation
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Video conference
Need dates
Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Feb 8, 2026 - Feb 13, 2026
Feb 15, 2026 - Feb 19, 2026
Mar 8, 2026 - Mar 12, 2026
Jun 28, 2026 - Jul 8, 2026
Aug 9, 2026 - Aug 13, 2026
Dec 6, 2026 - Dec 30, 2026
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Mar 17 - May 17Aug 11 - Nov 23
Shoulder season
May 18 - Aug 10
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 16Nov 24 - Dec 31
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
5,426 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,862 sq. ft.
Space (private)
4,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
5
Second largest room
1,404 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,000 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
300
Seating capacity
300
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
5,426 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,862 sq. ft.
Space (private)
4,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
5
Second largest room
1,404 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,000 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
300
Seating capacity
300
Explore Meeting Rooms
Find the perfect room with setup charts and interactive 3D floor plans.
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
512 sq. ft. 32 x 16 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | 30 | 16 | 24 | 30 | - | 24 | 20 | 15 | 20 | |
972 sq. ft. 36 x 27 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | 80 | 25 | 50 | 80 | 80 | 40 | 36 | 35 | 30 | |
1,404 sq. ft. 26.5 x 54 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 150 | 40 | 110 | 125 | 150 | 80 | 50 | 70 | 50 | |
1,404 sq. ft. 26.5 x 54 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 150 | 40 | 110 | 125 | 150 | 80 | 50 | 70 | 50 | |
2,862 sq. ft. 54 x 53 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 300 | 55 | 240 | 300 | 300 | 180 | 80 | 140 | - | |
1,134 sq. ft. 42 x 27 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 70 | - | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
150
Single (1 bed)
36
Double (2 beds)
104
Suites
10
Tax rate
6%
Occupancy rate
5%
Total guest rooms
150
Single (1 bed)
36
Double (2 beds)
104
Suites
10
Tax rate
6%
Occupancy rate
5%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
6.4 mi
Distance from airport 6.4 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $15.00/day )
Bus parking
Local Attractions
Penn State Golf Courses
Recreation
1 mi
1523 West College Avenue
State College, PA, US 16801
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Centre County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Convention center
2 mi
State College, PA, US 16801
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Graduate by Hilton State College Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Graduate by Hilton State College regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Graduate by Hilton State College's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
We provide recycling bins in rooms and a linen reuse program. We also participate in several social impact initiatives.
Does Graduate by Hilton State College have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, General Recycling program
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Graduate by Hilton State College and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Graduate by Hilton State College's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
NA
Health and Safety
Were practices at Graduate by Hilton State College developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Cleveland Clinic and Procter and Gamble
Does Graduate by Hilton State College clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, A Health and Safety Awareness Committee has been created to help implement the Graduate Cares program
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
NA
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
jessica.mccloskey@hilton.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
No
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Graduate Cares guidelines
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
NA
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
NA
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
jessica.mccloskey@hilton.com
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