The Atherton Hotel, State Colleges premier full service hotel offers 150 spacious, comfortable guest rooms including 10 luxurious jacuzzi suites. Located in the heart of downtown State College and only one half block from The Penn State University campus it is within walking distance to all the downtown shopping attractions, restaurants, and night clubs. The Atherton Hotel features the award winning Tarragon Restaurant, intimate Rumors Lounge, outstanding banquet facilities for up to 500 and a warm, welcoming, professional staff.