Located in Altoona, Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and an arcade/game room. Enjoy American cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants, unwind by the garden or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Penn State Altoona - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 27 min drive
Johnstown, PA (JST-John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County) - 48 min drive
Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 141 min drive
Altoona Transportation Center - 14 min drive
Tyrone Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Denny's - 4 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 4 min drive
About this property
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center
Enjoy your visit to Altoona with a stay at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Grouse's Nest, one of 2 restaurants, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
124 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Children's menu
What to do
Pool table
Working away
24-hour business center
3 meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Garden
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Braille signage
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
The Grouse's Nest - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
The Laurel Room - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Also known as
Altoona Grand Hotel
Altoona Grand
Altoona & Conference Center
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Hotel
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Altoona
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Frequently asked questions
Does Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center and nearby?
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center has an indoor pool and a fitness center, as well as an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring American cuisine.
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Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The pool was a highlight, described as nice, big, wonderful, great, and amazing by multiple guests. (42 reviews)
The on-site restaurant offered great food, a variety of options, and friendly service. (12 reviews)
Plentiful and convenient parking was a notable advantage. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
I’ll be back!
Great experience!! Enjoyed my stay;)
Kristen
Kristen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2025
Altoona Grand - a great hotel in Blair County
Super desk staff at check in, give those ladies a raise!!! Great room, and had a nice swim in the pool. Altoona Grand is always a great place to stay at a great price.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Great!
Great night sleep and Resturant was great also
Cathy
Cathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
Excellent service
eduardo
eduardo, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
Kids had fun in the pool. Air conditioner was a little noisy but overall not bad.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Classic hotel in Altoona!
Old school hotel that always comes through, room is outdated but has crazy character (mirror walls in the jacuzzi shower!) Staff was super helpful at check in for a room preference. Would always recommend this classic hotel in Altoona.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Very pleasant stay, we would stay again if ever in the area!
kathleen
kathleen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
They staff are great and the location is perfect
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Nice hotel
Nice hotel. Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Excellent food at the Grouse. Clean and busy pool.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Had a wonderful time
Darwin
Darwin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2025
Staff was very friendly, room was dated, bed was comfortable.
Gwenn
Gwenn, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
highly recommend!
super nice place! a bit dated but fancy, beautiful atrium/pool and spacious room. staff was friendly even though we checked in past midnight :)
Alyssa
Alyssa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2025
Very nice stay
The property is gorgeous, staff was friendly and attentive. We stopped off for the night in the middle of a road trip. The indoor pool is really big, if we brought the kids, they would have had a blast. If I have to complain, the bed wasn't superb, but it was good enough.
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Always a pleasant stay.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
The hotel overall was clean. The receptionist rushed are check in because her shift was over and didn’t give any details on breakfast times or check out details, just told us where are room was and called it a day. The hotel is very outdated and it shows. Seats in the dining area are very worn and uncomfortable. The room I stayed in had damaged towel hooks they were never replaced and other minor cosmetic problems in the bathroom.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was helpful and courteous. We stayed 4 nights.
Linda
Linda, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Great stay for the price.
Rusty
Rusty, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
It was close to shopping and food
Esther
Esther, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 10, 2025
Very outdated. Beds small room small
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
Just like the 80s.
It was a great walk down memory lane of how great motels and hotels were when i was a child. The kids loved it. They loved the pool.
Seth
Seth, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 15, 2025
Front desk staff was great and that’s about it.
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 6, 2025
It was good only thing was the hot tub was out of Service
Whitney
Whitney, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
The only mildly inconvenient aspects of the stay was the pillow quality and the length of time for the room to cool down upon arrival. Service was great. The pool was wonderful and the in house restaurant was excellent. The staff was on their game. Overall an excellent experience.
Kahlin
Kahlin, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 28, 2025
Over night stay.
The hot tub wasn’t open and some guy spit in the pool so we got out and then we didn’t know that once food was being done for breakfast they didn’t make more so we only was able to get waffles or cereal.