Northland Motel near University - State College, PA
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US$75
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About this property
This smoke-free motel features a bowling alley on site.
Amenities
This smoke-free motel features a bowling alley on site.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Arena Bar & Grill serving guests of Northland Motel near University - State College, PA.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at Northland Motel near University - State College, PA in State College (Park Forest Village), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Pennsylvania State University and 6 minutes from Bryce Jordan Center. This motel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Beaver Stadium and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Tudek Dog Park.
What's nearby
Tudek Dog Park(0.6 Miles)
Pennsylvania State University(0.6 Miles)
The Arboretum at Penn State(1.3 Miles)
Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses(1.7 Miles)
Palmer Museum of Art(1.7 Miles)
Sarni Tennis Center(2.2 Miles)
Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania(2.3 Miles)
What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag(2.3 Miles)
Bryce Jordan Center(2.4 Miles)
Penn State Tennis Center(2.4 Miles)
Beaver Stadium(2.6 Miles)
Pegula Ice Arena(2.6 Miles)
Medlar Field(2.8 Miles)
Centre County Historical Society(3.9 Miles)
Wynwood House(4 Miles)
The preferred airport for Northland Motel near University - State College, PA is State College, PA (SCE-University Park)(5.6 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
ATM/Cash machine
Allergy-free room available
Location
1521 Martin Street, Park Forest Village, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Tudek Dog Park (0.6 Miles)
Pennsylvania State University (0.6 Miles)
The Arboretum at Penn State (1.3 Miles)
Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses (1.7 Miles)
Palmer Museum of Art (1.7 Miles)
Sarni Tennis Center (2.2 Miles)
Room options
8
Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Exterior Entry
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Northland Motel near University - State College, PA
9.4
Superb
Based on 198 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, travellers describe Northland Motel near University - State College, PA as a clean, updated, budget-friendly place with notably friendly staff and comfortable rooms, delivering solid value for short stays near Penn State.
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What guests think
Across recent reviews, travellers describe Northland Motel near University - State College, PA as a clean, updated, budget-friendly place with notably friendly staff and comfortable rooms, delivering solid value for short stays near Penn State.
Several appreciate the attached bowling alley and bar/grill as a convenient extra. Common drawbacks include occasionally loud AC or heater units, occasional noise from the bowling alley, and minor bathroom fit-and-finish issues. Expect a simple, well-kept stay with welcoming service and good value.
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Facilities
Attached bowling alley with a bar/grill is a handy perk; otherwise amenities are basic.
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10
David
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, quiet and convenient. The whole staff was incredible. Plus cheap eats and drinks at the bowling alley.
Clean, quiet and convenient. The whole staff was incredible. Plus cheap eats and drinks at the bowling alley.
10
Dave
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice little place to stay for game day weekend. Bar had live music, and the food was great
A nice little place to stay for game day weekend. Bar had live music, and the food was great
10
joshua
6 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Counter lady is the best, part of rhe reson i rebooked her, she takes care of everyone. Newly renovated and great food at the bar/grill dont sleepnon this place!
Counter lady is the best, part of rhe reson i rebooked her, she takes care of everyone. Newly renovated and great food at the bar/grill dont sleepnon this place!
8
Amber
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was very clean. The AC was loud and there were some minor repairs needed (towel racks hanging on loosely), but all in all the room met our needs. We also had a late night snack at the little bar/grill attached to the motel which also worked nicely--no fighting football crowds and literally walked out the door and over to our room.
The room was very clean. The AC was loud and there were some minor repairs needed (towel racks hanging on loosely), but all in all the room met our needs. We also had a late night snack at the little bar/grill attached to the motel which also worked nicely--no fighting football crowds and literally walked out the door and over to our room.
10
Esmeralda
18 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Attached to a Bowling Lanes which had a restaurant. Food/drinks good. Housekeeping is awesome. Bowling was fun. Everyone in the building were genuinely friendly and nice.
Attached to a Bowling Lanes which had a restaurant. Food/drinks good. Housekeeping is awesome. Bowling was fun. Everyone in the building were genuinely friendly and nice.
10
Teresa
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was so friendly. The restaurant inside was beyond amazing food great staff. The bowling ally was awesome. The best part was you hear nothing in your room. Had a great stay will come back again!!
The staff was so friendly. The restaurant inside was beyond amazing food great staff. The bowling ally was awesome. The best part was you hear nothing in your room. Had a great stay will come back again!!
10
Jay
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place. Clean, well maintained. It is hard to find.. Hidden behind bowling alley. No prior info telling customers that they need to check in at the front desk of the bowling alley.
Very nice place. Clean, well maintained. It is hard to find.. Hidden behind bowling alley. No prior info telling customers that they need to check in at the front desk of the bowling alley.
10
gioia
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay this past PSU parents' weekend at the Northland Motel. The motel is a hidden gem. It has clean, updated rooms and very comfortable beds. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful (Michael and Pam!) and really made the stay so nice. The motel is attached to a very fun bowling alley, and we had some fun family time there as well. We will definitely stay again.
We had a wonderful stay this past PSU parents' weekend at the Northland Motel. The motel is a hidden gem. It has clean, updated rooms and very comfortable beds. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful (Michael and Pam!) and really made the stay so nice. The motel is attached to a very fun bowling alley, and we had some fun family time there as well. We will definitely stay again.
10
Rayan
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rarely will you ever find a cleaner & upgraded motel than this one. Lady at check in was super nice. You could tell the room was very clean. Would definitely do again. Excellent value. Got free water and chocolate mints. Free shoe rental with bowling alley next door yet you can’t hear any noise. Gem 💎 of a motel. Felt safe.
Rarely will you ever find a cleaner & upgraded motel than this one. Lady at check in was super nice. You could tell the room was very clean. Would definitely do again. Excellent value. Got free water and chocolate mints. Free shoe rental with bowling alley next door yet you can’t hear any noise. Gem 💎 of a motel. Felt safe.
10
Stephanie
3 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
If you're looking for a wonderful and clean place to stay, Northland Motel is for you! There's no bells and whistles (pool or gym area), but there is an amazing bowling alley literally attached to the motel! The room was cute, very clean and had everything that we needed for our stay. I could recommend them anymore. We'll definitely be staying again!! Thank you for a wonderful time!
If you're looking for a wonderful and clean place to stay, Northland Motel is for you! There's no bells and whistles (pool or gym area), but there is an amazing bowling alley literally attached to the motel! The room was cute, very clean and had everything that we needed for our stay. I could recommend them anymore. We'll definitely be staying again!! Thank you for a wonderful time!
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently highlight very clean, well-kept rooms with attentive housekeeping; a few mention minor bathroom maintenance issues.
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10
wendy
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and comfortable. The area was quiet.
The room was clean and comfortable. The area was quiet.
8
Brent
25 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had a wonderful stay for the price. Very clean, well kept and well appointed room. Water and candy awaited and a red bow on each door for the holiday was a nice touch. Beds were very comfortable which my bad back appreciated. The only downside was the heater fan ran rather loudly. Could have just been the unit in my room. Would love to stay there again if the heater noise wasn't an issue.
Had a wonderful stay for the price. Very clean, well kept and well appointed room. Water and candy awaited and a red bow on each door for the holiday was a nice touch. Beds were very comfortable which my bad back appreciated. The only downside was the heater fan ran rather loudly. Could have just been the unit in my room. Would love to stay there again if the heater noise wasn't an issue.
10
Peter
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and updated and Pam was an awesome to deal with at check-out and check-in.
The room was clean and updated and Pam was an awesome to deal with at check-out and check-in.
10
gioia
20 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay this past PSU parents' weekend at the Northland Motel. The motel is a hidden gem. It has clean, updated rooms and very comfortable beds. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful (Michael and Pam!) and really made the stay so nice. The motel is attached to a very fun bowling alley, and we had some fun family time there as well. We will definitely stay again.
We had a wonderful stay this past PSU parents' weekend at the Northland Motel. The motel is a hidden gem. It has clean, updated rooms and very comfortable beds. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful (Michael and Pam!) and really made the stay so nice. The motel is attached to a very fun bowling alley, and we had some fun family time there as well. We will definitely stay again.
10
Frederic
12 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
clean, responsive chat, friendly, easy entry/check-in
clean, responsive chat, friendly, easy entry/check-in
10
Rayan
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rarely will you ever find a cleaner & upgraded motel than this one. Lady at check in was super nice. You could tell the room was very clean. Would definitely do again. Excellent value. Got free water and chocolate mints. Free shoe rental with bowling alley next door yet you can’t hear any noise. Gem 💎 of a motel. Felt safe.
Rarely will you ever find a cleaner & upgraded motel than this one. Lady at check in was super nice. You could tell the room was very clean. Would definitely do again. Excellent value. Got free water and chocolate mints. Free shoe rental with bowling alley next door yet you can’t hear any noise. Gem 💎 of a motel. Felt safe.
10
Karen
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff. Very clean room. Felt safe.
Friendly staff. Very clean room. Felt safe.
10
Dawn
16 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was extremely clean, updated, and comfortable. The staff was very friendly. This is a hidden gem!
The room was extremely clean, updated, and comfortable. The staff was very friendly. This is a hidden gem!
10
Lucas
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room, nice staff, and a great experience overall. Would stay again
Clean room, nice staff, and a great experience overall. Would stay again
10
Deb
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were extremely friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and accommodating!!! Updated, clean and super cute!!! All of our travels over the last couple of years, no one ever gives fresh towels or empties the garbage. How AMAZING to come back at night and this was done. You could feel that the staff takes pride in their motel. We will stay with them again for sure!!!
The staff were extremely friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and accommodating!!! Updated, clean and super cute!!! All of our travels over the last couple of years, no one ever gives fresh towels or empties the garbage. How AMAZING to come back at night and this was done. You could feel that the staff takes pride in their motel. We will stay with them again for sure!!!
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Rooms
Rooms are updated and comfortable and generally quiet, though some guests noted loud HVAC and occasional sound from the bowling alley.
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Sarah
24 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was an affordable motel close to Penn State. It was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The only odd part about it is it's built adjacent to a bowling alley. You could hear the bowling balls rolling and the pins falling. But I honestly didn't mind it; it was incredibly soothing and I fell asleep quickly every night. Like the sounds of a summer storm. I was also told the food at the Bowling Alley was excellent, but didn't get a chance to try it.
This was an affordable motel close to Penn State. It was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The only odd part about it is it's built adjacent to a bowling alley. You could hear the bowling balls rolling and the pins falling. But I honestly didn't mind it; it was incredibly soothing and I fell asleep quickly every night. Like the sounds of a summer storm. I was also told the food at the Bowling Alley was excellent, but didn't get a chance to try it.
8
Amber
15 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The room was very clean. The AC was loud and there were some minor repairs needed (towel racks hanging on loosely), but all in all the room met our needs. We also had a late night snack at the little bar/grill attached to the motel which also worked nicely--no fighting football crowds and literally walked out the door and over to our room.
The room was very clean. The AC was loud and there were some minor repairs needed (towel racks hanging on loosely), but all in all the room met our needs. We also had a late night snack at the little bar/grill attached to the motel which also worked nicely--no fighting football crowds and literally walked out the door and over to our room.
8
Brent
25 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Had a wonderful stay for the price. Very clean, well kept and well appointed room. Water and candy awaited and a red bow on each door for the holiday was a nice touch. Beds were very comfortable which my bad back appreciated. The only downside was the heater fan ran rather loudly. Could have just been the unit in my room. Would love to stay there again if the heater noise wasn't an issue.
Had a wonderful stay for the price. Very clean, well kept and well appointed room. Water and candy awaited and a red bow on each door for the holiday was a nice touch. Beds were very comfortable which my bad back appreciated. The only downside was the heater fan ran rather loudly. Could have just been the unit in my room. Would love to stay there again if the heater noise wasn't an issue.
10
Peter
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and updated and Pam was an awesome to deal with at check-out and check-in.
The room was clean and updated and Pam was an awesome to deal with at check-out and check-in.
10
Danielle
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The heater was a bit loud but overall the room was very clean & inviting! We would definately stay again!
The heater was a bit loud but overall the room was very clean & inviting! We would definately stay again!
10
Janice
3 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I have been to many motels in the past but this one was one of the best motels that I have stayed in. Very clean and up to date furnishings. It was a great overnight experience. ONE critique that I have is that they did not have an iron or ironing board in our room. Overall great place to stay.
I have been to many motels in the past but this one was one of the best motels that I have stayed in. Very clean and up to date furnishings. It was a great overnight experience. ONE critique that I have is that they did not have an iron or ironing board in our room. Overall great place to stay.
10
gioia
20 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay this past PSU parents' weekend at the Northland Motel. The motel is a hidden gem. It has clean, updated rooms and very comfortable beds. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful (Michael and Pam!) and really made the stay so nice. The motel is attached to a very fun bowling alley, and we had some fun family time there as well. We will definitely stay again.
We had a wonderful stay this past PSU parents' weekend at the Northland Motel. The motel is a hidden gem. It has clean, updated rooms and very comfortable beds. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful (Michael and Pam!) and really made the stay so nice. The motel is attached to a very fun bowling alley, and we had some fun family time there as well. We will definitely stay again.
10
TODD
28 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great for what we needed it for…Whiteout gameday weekend (Go Ducks!) Communicated well and clean. Not fancy, but a reliable bed and a shower. Would do it again.
Great for what we needed it for…Whiteout gameday weekend (Go Ducks!) Communicated well and clean. Not fancy, but a reliable bed and a shower. Would do it again.
10
Rayan
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rarely will you ever find a cleaner & upgraded motel than this one. Lady at check in was super nice. You could tell the room was very clean. Would definitely do again. Excellent value. Got free water and chocolate mints. Free shoe rental with bowling alley next door yet you can’t hear any noise. Gem 💎 of a motel. Felt safe.
Rarely will you ever find a cleaner & upgraded motel than this one. Lady at check in was super nice. You could tell the room was very clean. Would definitely do again. Excellent value. Got free water and chocolate mints. Free shoe rental with bowling alley next door yet you can’t hear any noise. Gem 💎 of a motel. Felt safe.
10
Dawn
16 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was extremely clean, updated, and comfortable. The staff was very friendly. This is a hidden gem!
The room was extremely clean, updated, and comfortable. The staff was very friendly. This is a hidden gem!
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Service
Staff are consistently friendly, helpful, and responsive, with smooth check-in/out and good communication.
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Paul
23 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, newly updated room, amazing service - staff personally checked on us daily.
Great location, newly updated room, amazing service - staff personally checked on us daily.
10
Marianne
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
great staff!
great staff!
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THERESA
17 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
They were SOOOOO helpful especially since I was arriving after hours. And motel was nice and clean
They were SOOOOO helpful especially since I was arriving after hours. And motel was nice and clean
10
Peter
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and updated and Pam was an awesome to deal with at check-out and check-in.
The room was clean and updated and Pam was an awesome to deal with at check-out and check-in.
10
gioia
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay this past PSU parents' weekend at the Northland Motel. The motel is a hidden gem. It has clean, updated rooms and very comfortable beds. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful (Michael and Pam!) and really made the stay so nice. The motel is attached to a very fun bowling alley, and we had some fun family time there as well. We will definitely stay again.
We had a wonderful stay this past PSU parents' weekend at the Northland Motel. The motel is a hidden gem. It has clean, updated rooms and very comfortable beds. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful (Michael and Pam!) and really made the stay so nice. The motel is attached to a very fun bowling alley, and we had some fun family time there as well. We will definitely stay again.
10
Frederic
12 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
clean, responsive chat, friendly, easy entry/check-in
clean, responsive chat, friendly, easy entry/check-in
10
Liam
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The worker at the front desk was incredibly friendly and kind.
The worker at the front desk was incredibly friendly and kind.
10
Karen
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff. Very clean room. Felt safe.
Friendly staff. Very clean room. Felt safe.
10
Scott
23 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a fantastic time at Northland motel. The customer service was excellent, and the room was very clean. We paid a reasonable price and our expectations were all exceeded. Michael at the front desk was extremely helpful and made our check in / check out process very quick & easy. We would love to come back & I would highly recommend!
We had a fantastic time at Northland motel. The customer service was excellent, and the room was very clean. We paid a reasonable price and our expectations were all exceeded. Michael at the front desk was extremely helpful and made our check in / check out process very quick & easy. We would love to come back & I would highly recommend!
10
Deb
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were extremely friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and accommodating!!! Updated, clean and super cute!!! All of our travels over the last couple of years, no one ever gives fresh towels or empties the garbage. How AMAZING to come back at night and this was done. You could feel that the staff takes pride in their motel. We will stay with them again for sure!!!
The staff were extremely friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and accommodating!!! Updated, clean and super cute!!! All of our travels over the last couple of years, no one ever gives fresh towels or empties the garbage. How AMAZING to come back at night and this was done. You could feel that the staff takes pride in their motel. We will stay with them again for sure!!!
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Location
Convenient for Penn State and Beaver Stadium, with a generally quiet, safe area.
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Sarah
24 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was an affordable motel close to Penn State. It was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The only odd part about it is it's built adjacent to a bowling alley. You could hear the bowling balls rolling and the pins falling. But I honestly didn't mind it; it was incredibly soothing and I fell asleep quickly every night. Like the sounds of a summer storm. I was also told the food at the Bowling Alley was excellent, but didn't get a chance to try it.
This was an affordable motel close to Penn State. It was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The only odd part about it is it's built adjacent to a bowling alley. You could hear the bowling balls rolling and the pins falling. But I honestly didn't mind it; it was incredibly soothing and I fell asleep quickly every night. Like the sounds of a summer storm. I was also told the food at the Bowling Alley was excellent, but didn't get a chance to try it.
10
wendy
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and comfortable. The area was quiet.
The room was clean and comfortable. The area was quiet.
8
Andrea
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect for a football game
Perfect for a football game
10
Mark
7 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I was surprised at the location, sharing a building with the bowling alley, but the motel was quiet, clean, comfortable, and conveniently, located next to shopping and restaurants. Everything was in great condition. I would definitelystay here again.
I was surprised at the location, sharing a building with the bowling alley, but the motel was quiet, clean, comfortable, and conveniently, located next to shopping and restaurants. Everything was in great condition. I would definitelystay here again.
10
Jay
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place. Clean, well maintained. It is hard to find.. Hidden behind bowling alley. No prior info telling customers that they need to check in at the front desk of the bowling alley.
Very nice place. Clean, well maintained. It is hard to find.. Hidden behind bowling alley. No prior info telling customers that they need to check in at the front desk of the bowling alley.
8
Sheila
1 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great motel for the price. Clean. Friendly. Very close to Beaver stadium. Would stay again. Highly recommend.
Great motel for the price. Clean. Friendly. Very close to Beaver stadium. Would stay again. Highly recommend.
10
joshua
24 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
In the heart of downtown state college, bar and restaurant on site, hidden gem! Great value for the money
In the heart of downtown state college, bar and restaurant on site, hidden gem! Great value for the money
10
Neena
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stop looking elsewhere! This motel is a hidden gem! Clean, modern, comfy beds, hairdryer, water and chocolates await you at check in. Nice size fridge and microwave in each room.As a life long ( now retired) business traveler Id take this motel over the big box hotels! Affordable near Penn State. It's attached to a bowling alley which is additional entertainment. It's obvious the owner has taken GREAT pride in their establishment! So look no further.
Stop looking elsewhere! This motel is a hidden gem! Clean, modern, comfy beds, hairdryer, water and chocolates await you at check in. Nice size fridge and microwave in each room.As a life long ( now retired) business traveler Id take this motel over the big box hotels! Affordable near Penn State. It's attached to a bowling alley which is additional entertainment. It's obvious the owner has taken GREAT pride in their establishment! So look no further.
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Kelly
22 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff is wonderful and the location is perfect for a Penn state football game!!
The staff is wonderful and the location is perfect for a Penn state football game!!
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Wuyi no
2 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Budge hotel wise, it’s hard to beat this hotel. Clean, decent sized room and comfortable beds. Convenient and safe location. Little things like pieces of chocolates on your nightstand show how they care for you. I would give this place a 5 star. But since it is lumped with other hotels, for a basic budget hotel, a 4 star is quite remarkable.
Budge hotel wise, it’s hard to beat this hotel. Clean, decent sized room and comfortable beds. Convenient and safe location. Little things like pieces of chocolates on your nightstand show how they care for you. I would give this place a 5 star. But since it is lumped with other hotels, for a basic budget hotel, a 4 star is quite remarkable.
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Dining
The on-site bar/grill inside the bowling alley earns repeated praise for tasty, affordable food and drinks, offering an easy option after events.
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Sarah
24 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was an affordable motel close to Penn State. It was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The only odd part about it is it's built adjacent to a bowling alley. You could hear the bowling balls rolling and the pins falling. But I honestly didn't mind it; it was incredibly soothing and I fell asleep quickly every night. Like the sounds of a summer storm. I was also told the food at the Bowling Alley was excellent, but didn't get a chance to try it.
This was an affordable motel close to Penn State. It was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The only odd part about it is it's built adjacent to a bowling alley. You could hear the bowling balls rolling and the pins falling. But I honestly didn't mind it; it was incredibly soothing and I fell asleep quickly every night. Like the sounds of a summer storm. I was also told the food at the Bowling Alley was excellent, but didn't get a chance to try it.
10
David
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, quiet and convenient. The whole staff was incredible. Plus cheap eats and drinks at the bowling alley.
Clean, quiet and convenient. The whole staff was incredible. Plus cheap eats and drinks at the bowling alley.
10
Dave
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice little place to stay for game day weekend. Bar had live music, and the food was great
A nice little place to stay for game day weekend. Bar had live music, and the food was great
10
joshua
6 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Counter lady is the best, part of rhe reson i rebooked her, she takes care of everyone. Newly renovated and great food at the bar/grill dont sleepnon this place!
Counter lady is the best, part of rhe reson i rebooked her, she takes care of everyone. Newly renovated and great food at the bar/grill dont sleepnon this place!
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Amber
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was very clean. The AC was loud and there were some minor repairs needed (towel racks hanging on loosely), but all in all the room met our needs. We also had a late night snack at the little bar/grill attached to the motel which also worked nicely--no fighting football crowds and literally walked out the door and over to our room.
The room was very clean. The AC was loud and there were some minor repairs needed (towel racks hanging on loosely), but all in all the room met our needs. We also had a late night snack at the little bar/grill attached to the motel which also worked nicely--no fighting football crowds and literally walked out the door and over to our room.
10
Kimberly
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and staff were super friendly and helpful…nice to have the bowling alley and bar next door!
Clean and staff were super friendly and helpful…nice to have the bowling alley and bar next door!
10
Dave
11 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It’s a nice place to stay. The bar has really good pub fare and the staff could not be nicer.
It’s a nice place to stay. The bar has really good pub fare and the staff could not be nicer.
10
Esmeralda
18 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Attached to a Bowling Lanes which had a restaurant. Food/drinks good. Housekeeping is awesome. Bowling was fun. Everyone in the building were genuinely friendly and nice.
Attached to a Bowling Lanes which had a restaurant. Food/drinks good. Housekeeping is awesome. Bowling was fun. Everyone in the building were genuinely friendly and nice.
10
Teresa
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was so friendly. The restaurant inside was beyond amazing food great staff. The bowling ally was awesome. The best part was you hear nothing in your room. Had a great stay will come back again!!
The staff was so friendly. The restaurant inside was beyond amazing food great staff. The bowling ally was awesome. The best part was you hear nothing in your room. Had a great stay will come back again!!
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joshua
24 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
In the heart of downtown state college, bar and restaurant on site, hidden gem! Great value for the money
In the heart of downtown state college, bar and restaurant on site, hidden gem! Great value for the money
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Tatiana
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Outdated but comfy and clean, perfect location.
Outdated but comfy and clean, perfect location.
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Isabel
4 Oct 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We had minimal interaction with the staff. The linens were not in great shape but the towels were nice. It was louder than anticipated but turning on the fan helped.
We had minimal interaction with the staff. The linens were not in great shape but the towels were nice. It was louder than anticipated but turning on the fan helped.
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Sandra
20 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
A very clean and tidy motel. Conveniently located to Beaver Stadium. Highly recommend. Love the Rice Krispie treats with “We are Penn State” written on them which welcome you when you arrive in your room.
A very clean and tidy motel. Conveniently located to Beaver Stadium. Highly recommend. Love the Rice Krispie treats with “We are Penn State” written on them which welcome you when you arrive in your room.
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carolyne
18 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was great! Location with grill and bar attached, great! Room electrical was a little funky. Light switch at the doorway and bedside didn't function, but floor lamp, bathroom entry lights and AC/heat functioned WELL. I would stay again!
Staff was great! Location with grill and bar attached, great! Room electrical was a little funky. Light switch at the doorway and bedside didn't function, but floor lamp, bathroom entry lights and AC/heat functioned WELL. I would stay again!
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Ransom
12 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The staff are really friendly and helpful, and the room was comfortable and clean. The area has virtually no food choices, so plan for that. I ended up getting food delivered.
The staff are really friendly and helpful, and the room was comfortable and clean. The area has virtually no food choices, so plan for that. I ended up getting food delivered.
FAQs about Northland Motel near University - State College, PA
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, and it is uncovered.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features does the motel offer?
The property is not wheelchair accessible, and specific accessibility features are not detailed.
Where is the motel located in relation to key landmarks?
The motel is located in State College (Park Forest Village), within a 10-minute drive of Pennsylvania State University and Bryce Jordan Center. It is 0.6 miles from Tudek Dog Park and 2.2 miles from Palmer Museum of Art.
What are the policies for children staying at the motel?
Up to 2 children aged 17 years and younger can stay free per registered adult when occupying the parent's or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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- 2026-11-09: 65.08076299283219USD
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- 2026-11-16: 67.64599156834413USD
- 2026-11-17: 68.26038132305146USD
- 2026-11-18: 67.7346666423874USD
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- 2026-11-23: 66.10052207494736USD
- 2026-11-24: 65.65081521051789USD
- 2026-11-25: 68.26038132305146USD
- 2026-11-26: 67.8043386950264USD
- 2026-11-27: 67.49398020525742USD
- 2026-11-28: 67.95635432749557USD
- 2026-11-29: 67.23429074672318USD
- 2026-11-30: 67.95635432749557USD
- 2026-12-01: 68.26038132305146USD
- 2026-12-02: 68.26038132305146USD
- 2026-12-03: 69.18512956752778USD
- 2026-12-04: 72.69922412912751USD
- 2026-12-05: 72.72455864474487USD
- 2026-12-06: 67.76004812121201USD
- 2026-12-07: 73.83686940019227USD
- 2026-12-08: 74.3387523878708USD
- 2026-12-09: 74.52958524581909USD
- 2026-12-10: 73.83686940019227USD
- 2026-12-11: 79.21705127104951USD
- 2026-12-12: 72.87215119696809USD
- 2026-12-13: 75.18191273321534USD
- 2026-12-14: 74.84063537554933USD
- 2026-12-15: 75.29223357641602USD
- 2026-12-16: 69.27617841822816USD
- 2026-12-17: 79.5037915369568USD
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- 2026-12-20: 92.14816545556641USD
- 2026-12-21: 74.84063537554933USD
- 2026-12-22: 74.5093910667038USD
- 2026-12-23: 74.16811370903778USD
- 2026-12-24: 75.29223357641602USD
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- 2026-12-26: 78.6964086167679USD
- 2026-12-27: 74.16811370903778USD
- 2026-12-28: 74.5093910667038USD
- 2026-12-29: 74.52958524581909USD
- 2026-12-30: 73.83686940019227USD
- 2026-12-31: 74.16811370903778USD
- 2027-01-01: 77.88093948616792USD
- 2027-01-02: 83.21203199730684USD
- 2027-01-03: 75.51315704206085USD
- 2027-01-04: 82.10974575191499USD
- 2027-01-05: 75.51315704206085USD
- 2027-01-06: 75.51315704206085USD
- 2027-01-07: 80.61227692570496USD
- 2027-01-08: 139.55163996021273USD
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Guests are recommended to download the property's innRoad Email - 1 Day Prior to Arrival mobile app before check-in. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Popular amenities
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Non-smoking rooms
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Allergy-free room available
General
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Allergy-free room available
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Parking Onsite
Services
Housekeeping
ATM/Cash machine
Express check-in/check-out
Internet
Free wi-fi