Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites is a 3-star-plus (upper-mid range) hotel located in Boalsburg / State College, Pennsylvania — a practical base for ultra trail runners heading into Rothrock State Forest and surrounding mountains.

When you arrive you’ll find a straightforward, welcoming building with a calm lobby and clean shared spaces. The atmosphere feels relaxed and uncomplicated — a good place to drop in, get settled, and mentally shift from everyday life to race-week focus.

You stay on a bed and breakfast basis, with a complimentary hot breakfast each morning. For race or long training days you can grab an early breakfast if needed. The dining setup is simple and reliable, with options to fuel up before early starts. If you want something different, there are local restaurants nearby for post-run meals or team dinners.

You’ll find practical wellness and fitness amenities — there’s a 24-hour gym to keep up mobility or light workouts, and an indoor pool for easy cooldowns or gentle recovery swims. The hotel layout includes an outdoor patio where you can stretch, sit quietly between sessions or do light mobility work. If laundry or quick meal prep is part of your routine, rooms have microwaves and mini-fridges and there are laundry facilities on-site — handy if you’re doing multiple days of training or racing.

Rooms here are designed for simple, effective rest. Bedding is comfortable, blackout curtains help with sleep, and rooms offer quiet comfort to let you recharge. Showers and in-room essentials like a fridge and microwave give flexibility for eating or recovery routines.

Hotel Highlights

• Convenient base for trails: quick access to Rothrock Forest and race start areas
• Fitness and recovery support with gym, indoor pool and easy access to rehab or cooldown
• Quiet, comfortable rooms crafted for good sleep and consistent rest
• Reliable breakfast to support early starts and nutrition needs
• Practical setup for multi-day events: in-room fridge/microwave, laundry, easy parking and simple logistics