Graduate by Hilton State College

January 2026—Only one of three elevators operational, making it challenging to get to the lobby, which is on 2nd floor, as well as guest rooms. This is the second time I’ve stayed at the property in the last 12 months and experienced this issue both times. My son is a freshman at Penn State so we will be in State College frequently over the next 3.5 years. While I enjoy the guest rooms I will be looking to stay at other properties in State College until such time I’m confident that the issues with the elevators are resolved

What could be a great property is let down in several ways. Great university design vibes that make you feel Penn State charm, but the room wasn’t especially clean (white cream on sink handles, rusty shampoo bottle in shower, etc.) The elevators aren’t all operational and are freezing cold. No tea or real coffee in the rooms either was disappointing.

Positive: Great location Negative: On arrival, a sign at the desk stated staff had stepped out, waited nearly 15 min for someone to return. Our shower had long black hair in the tub, clearly not cleaned between guests.

Love the character of this hotel! It's a perfect change from cookie-cutter hotels. As with all Graduate hotels, this one is focused on Penn State University with PSU touches throughout the hotel lobby, halls, wall decor and sleeping rooms. Super fun! Close to all things downtown with parking below. I would not recommend large SUVs in the parking garage during a busy time in State College. Gage and Jacob were on point making sure guests were accommodated and satisfied. See you next time!

Very cozy Hilton property in State College. Friendly staff (smarter too than average hotel staff), good and flexible service. Best hotel in this town. Been staying the here 8 weeks this year so far. If you have Hilton HHonors status they offer 15 bucks F&B credit up to two guests per room.