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Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center

2.5 star property
Guests can savor American cuisine while lounging poolside or challenge friends to a game of billiards at this welcoming Altoona establishment

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The Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center welcomes travelers with a continental breakfast and an arcade room. Enjoy American dishes at two on-site restaurants or relax in the garden. Visitors love the helpful staff and often use the indoor pool after a day of exploring.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Balcony, Poolside | Balcony

Room, Balcony, Poolside

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Pool Access, Poolside

Room, Pool Access, Poolside

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, Jetted Tub

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, Jetted Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Jetted bath
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Altoona is home to Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center. 321 Gallery and Railroaders Memorial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Baker Mansion and Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark. Holiday Bowl and Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark are also worth visiting. Visit our Altoona travel guide
Map
1 Sheraton drive, Altoona, PA, 16601

What's nearby

  • Plank Road Commons
    1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Galactic Ice
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Holiday Bowl
    2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hollidaysburg Public Libary
    3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Altoona Transportation Center
    14 min drive
  • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
    141 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sheetz
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Gourmet Buffet
    5 min drive

About this property

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center

Property highlights
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden and an arcade/games room at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and American cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, 3 meeting rooms and smoke-free property
  • ATM/banking services, luggage storage and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 124 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews say good things about the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • The Grouse's Nest
  • The Laurel Room

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Altoona Grand Hotel
Altoona Grand
Altoona & Conference Center
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Hotel
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Altoona
Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Hotel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

Does Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center located?

Situated in Altoona, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Plank Road Commons, Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark and Holiday Bowl. Galactic Ice and Dell Delight Legion Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1078 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and the pool is awesome!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. I finish they had more breakfast options. Pool was great and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly! Room was clean and pool is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff. Very clean and quiet room. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, large parking lot, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanroom ,pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Bed was comfy. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Staff was very friendly and accommodating! Wish I had more time to explore all it has but was a late arrival early am leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yummy breakfast. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, staff were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooom, hot tub, excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The staff extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
ok place, old hotel. hard mattress. very dated, looks like a comfort in from the early 80's. Breakfast was good and decent bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
there where lots for shops near by for the wife and a very nice sports warehouse across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here several times on overnight trips. Many of the rooms have been remodeled. Although it's an older property, the place is well kept. There are several restaurants and store options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Giovanni

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I like the updated areas around lobby Bar/Restaurant etc.. The young lady who cleaned room was so quick and detailed oriented
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They staff are great and the location is perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gwenn

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Staff was very friendly, room was dated, bed was comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff. Comfortable room, although HVAC is loud. Shower knob requires considerable force to pull out. Breakfast is mediocre.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Altoona was beautiful

The hotel was gorgeous upon walking in. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was large and clean. The bathroom was slightly outdated but spotless. Its obvious that they're making changes and updating the rooms. The price was perfect and just what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025