Because the Raystown Lake Region is a popular tourist destination, a wide variety of traditional and alternative lodging options are available. In addition to hotels, our guests are encouraged to consider the many vacation homes, inns, resorts, cottages, and cabins that can be found in the area through services such as:
Accommodations owned and operated by Juniatians are noted below. With questions about lodging, you may call the Alumni Office at 814-641-3443.
Alumni Weekend Blocks
Phone hotels directly and ask for the “Juniata College Alumni Weekend” block to receive a discounted rate. Online booking may appear as unavailable or be listed at a higher price.
- Comfort Inn (Huntingdon)* - 814-643-1600 Cut-off: 05/26/23
- Comfort Suites Altoona (Pinecroft) - 814-942-2600 Cut-off: 05/18/23
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott (Huntingdon) - 814-643-3672 Cut-off: 05/19/23
- Fairfield Inn & Suites (State College) - 814-238-3871 Cut-off: 05/09/23
- Hampton Inn (Altoona) - 814-941-3500 Cut-off: 05/18/23
- You may also use this reservation link for the Hampton Inn: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/juniatacollegealumniweekend/
Huntingdon
- Aunt Susie’s Country Vacation Rentals* - 888-232-5253 (10 miles from campus)
- Barree Guest Cottage - (12 miles from campus) Owned and operated by Guy Croyle '72 and Jane (White) Croyle '95
- Bear's Paw Lodge - 814-360-3739 (4 miles from campus)
- The Chalets of Raystown* - 717-602-2675 (7-10 miles from campus, depending on Chalet)
- Comfort Inn* - 814-643-1600 (2 miles from campus) See block information above.
- Fairfield Farm Guest Cabin - 814-632-9445 (15 miles from campus)
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - 814-643-3672 (3 miles from campus) See block information above.
- Franklinville Guest Cottage in Spruce Creek - 814-632-8504 (18 miles from campus)
- Gage Mansion Bed and Breakfast - 814-599-2803 (1 mile from campus) - Owned and operated by John Thompson '94 and Angie (Wolf) Thompson '96.
- Heritage Cove Resort Cottages - 814-635-3386 (32 miles from campus)
- Heron's Cove - 814-386-1021 (6 miles from campus) - Owned and operated by Chris Confer '94.
- Homewaters* - 814-686-6214 (14 miles from campus)
- Huntingdon Motor Inn* - 814-643-1133 (1 mile from campus) - Owned and operated by Derek Grubb '88.
- The Inn at Solvang* - 814-643-3035 (5 miles from campus)
- The Iron Rail Bed & Breakfast - 814-447-3984 (24 miles from campus)
- Lake Raystown Family Camping Resort* - 814-643-3377 (4 miles from campus)
- Lake Raystown Resort & Lodge* - 814-658-3500 (20 miles from campus)
- Lake Time - 717-676-8997 (11 miles from campus)
- Little Juniata River House - A Fly Fishing Retreat - (10 miles from campus) - Owned and operated by Aaron '96 and Tanya Hartman
- Millstone Manor* - 814-643-0108 (6 miles from campus)
- The Red House Inn at Raystown - 570-660-7020 (3 miles from campus)
- River Golf Lodge - 717-816-1799 or fun@rivergolflodge.com (17 miles from campus)
- Riverside Retreat - AirBnB (location provided after booking)
- Rustic Ridge Retreat - 814-386-1021 (5 miles from campus) - Owned and operated by Chris Confer '94.
- Stone House Bed and Breakfast - 814-669-9201 (11 miles from campus)
- Wildwood Lodge - 814-571-8799 (8 miles from campus)
Altoona
Visit your favorite online travel site to explore reservation options in the Altoona area. A few listings are below.
- Comfort Inn in Duncansville - 717-496-0257 (30 miles from campus)
- Comfort Suites Altoona (Pinecroft) - 814-942-2600 (29 miles from campus with quick access to I-99)
- Courtyard by Marriott - 814-312-1800 (31 miles from campus)
- Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham (Pinecroft)* - 814-944-4499 (30 miles from campus with quick access to I-99)
- Hampton Inn - 814-941-3500 (31 miles from campus) See block information above.
- Holiday Inn Express - 814-693-1004 (30 miles from campus)
- Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - 814-946-1400 (32 miles from campus)
State College
Visit your favorite online travel site to explore reservation options in the State College area. A few listings are below.
- Best Western Plus - 814-234-8393 (35 miles from campus)
- Comfort Suites -814-235-1900 (31 miles from campus)
- Country Inn & Suites - 814-234-6000 (30 miles from campus)
- Courtyard by Marriott State College - 814-238-1881 (29 miles from campus)
- Fairfield Inn & Suites - 814-238-3871 (32 miles from campus with easy access to I-99)
- Graduate - 814-231-2100 (30 miles from campus)
- Residence Inn Marriott* - 814-235-6960 (30 miles from campus)
- Sleep Inn - 814-235-1020 (31 miles from campus with quick access to Route 26)
- The Penn Stater - 814-863-5000 (35 miles from campus)
Lewistown
- Quality Inn & Suites - 717-283-4643 (37 miles from campus)
*Pet-friendly - Please contact the hotel directly for specific information.
Campus Residence Halls
Limited on-campus residence hall accommodations are available at Nathan Hall for $75/night. Linens are not provided (see details below).
- Check-in/Check-out: Pick up rooms keys at Registration when checking in for the weekend. Check-out by Sunday at 10 a.m. by placing room keys in the receptacles at the registration area before leaving campus.
- Room Set-up: Rooms are single occupancy with one single bed per room and shared hall bathrooms.
- Accessibility: Nathan Hall is approximately a 5-minute walk from the center of campus. The building and parking lot are handicap accessible. If you have mobility-related concerns or questions, please contact the Alumni Office at alumni@juniata.edu or 814-641-3443.
- Linens: Guests staying on campus will need to provide their own linens. For the bed, we recommend twin extra-long or full sheets, blankets, and pillow. Some guests may be more comfortable with a cushioned mattress topper. Don’t forget to pack bath towels and toiletries.
- Temperature Control: Please note that rooms are climate-controlled with central air. Some guests may be more comfortable with an extra blanket.
- Breakfast: The buffet breakfast at Baker Refectory is not included with on-campus housing. You may purchase breakfast tickets through online registration.
- Price: $75/night