ALTOONA GRAND HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER - Altoona PA 1 Sheraton drive 16601

1 Sheraton Dr., Altoona, PA 16601 United States

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near Exit 23 on I-99 (~6.3mi)

Near Plank Road Commons

8.0

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, parking, a gym, a pool, a restaurant, WiFi/Internet, laundry facilities, and a 24/7 front desk.

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Free WiFi

Free continental breakfast

Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Wheelchair-accessible fitness center

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Reviews

"Great accommodations very clean friendly helpful staff"

The staff was professional, friendly and prompt in their services. Our problrm with the shower was quickly fixed by staff member. The facility was centrally located for our interests concerning the "Big Boy Locomotive" events and the museums viewing!

Susan E. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jul 09 to Sat Jul 11 2026 at a $172.88 average nightly rate.

"The kindest caring staff by far"

10+ Stars

Carol M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 16 to Sun Jan 18 2026 at a $146.99 average nightly rate.

"Very exceptional service "

If you want great experience go to Altoona Grand great staff very friendly! Food is amazing!

Lorna G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 07 to Sun Nov 09 2025 at a $167.31 average nightly rate.

"This stay.. very bad.."

I always loved this hotel..but th8s stay had baseball tournaments guest staying..loud noises till 1am..room toilet paper roll on floor. Soda left on nightstand..land not working..sink wouldn't go down. toilet needed flushed at least 6 times before it went down.

Diane G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jul 11 to Sat Jul 12 2025 at a $141.90 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center in Altoona, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Plank Road Commons and Holiday Bowl. This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hollidaysburg Public Library and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Dell Delight Legion Park.

Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at The Grouse's Nest, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 124 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Bon Secours Holy Family Hosp - 3.0 mi
Fire Base Eagle Inc Vietnam - 3.9 mi
Southern Alleghenies Museum - 3.9 mi
Altoona Amtrak Station - 3.9 mi
Fort Roberdeau Historic Site - 4.3 mi
Altoona Hospital - 4.4 mi
Altoona Center - 4.5 mi
Altoona Blair County Airport (AOO) - 12.2 mi
Prince Gallitzin State Park - 16.9 mi
Pennsylvania Institute - 18.1 mi
Huntingdon Amtrak Station - 21.0 mi
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria Co Airport (JST) - 24.4 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Altoona? This hotel has 0 square feet (0 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.

Full Service with 2 restaurants on property, Coffeemakers, hairdryers, iron & ironing board in every room. 14 Whirlpool King Suites, 2 Bi-Level Suites, Governor's Suite, 2 Extended Stay Suites, Lounge with Entertainment on weekends, Banquet & Meeting Facilities, Wireless Highspeed Internet in entire hotel, Business Class rooms available with 32' flat screen tv, microwave, refrigerator, cordless phone, recliner chair, and executive desk.

Local Attractions

Altoona Railroad Museum, Horseshoe Curve, Galactic Ice, Blue Knob Ski Resort, Blair County Ballpark, Lakemont Park, DelGrosso's Park

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - 3:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2017

Floors: 3

Rooms: 214

Corridors: Both Interior and Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 214

Handicap Rooms: 2

Suites: 18

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 3

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 11.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 48 hours

Check-In Instructions:

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, 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

Amenities / Features

24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Banquet hall
Billiards or pool table
Business center
Check In: 4:00 PM - 3:00 AM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Children's pool
Conference center
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 0
Conference space size (meters) - 0
Daily
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free continental breakfast
Free self parking
Garden
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of indoor pools - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 3
Number of restaurants - 2
Pets not allowed
Professional property host/manager
RV, bus, truck parking
Smoke-free property
Stair-free path to entrance
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Airport & Shuttle Info

Blair County Airport 20 miles

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

Free continental hot buffet breakfast daily

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Internet / WiFi

Free Wi-Fi

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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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.
Contactless check-out is available.

Contactless check-out is available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Cracker Barrel - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Cracker Barrel, located 1 mile from the hotel.

Lunch Olive Garden - Indulge in some Italian cuisine for lunch at Olive Garden, located 3 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Texas Roadhouse - Enjoy a delicious steak dinner at Texas Roadhouse, located 2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Lakemont Park - Have a fun-filled day at Lakemont Park, an amusement park located 4 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Panera Bread - Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Panera Bread, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Red Lobster - Treat yourself to some seafood for lunch at Red Lobster, located 3.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Outback Steakhouse - Savor a mouthwatering steak dinner at Outback Steakhouse, located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark - Explore the famous Horseshoe Curve, a historic landmark located 6 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Denny's - Start your day with a satisfying breakfast at Denny's, located 2 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Chili's Grill & Bar - Enjoy a tasty lunch at Chili's Grill & Bar, located 4 miles from the hotel.

Dinner LongHorn Steakhouse - Delight in a flavorful steak dinner at LongHorn Steakhouse, located 3 miles from the hotel.

Activity Railroaders Memorial Museum - Immerse yourself in the history of railroading at the Railroaders Memorial Museum, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 3:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center have?

There are 214 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Free continental hot buffet breakfast daily

How much does internet cost?

Free Wi-Fi

Is there a gym at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Blair County's largest indoor pool. Children's pool and Hot tub. Open Daily from 10am-10pm

Is there shuttle service at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center?

Blair County Airport 20 miles

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center.

Feel free to use the Altoona Grand Hotel & Conference Center meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Altoona event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Classroom

200

Hollow Square

109

U-Shape

130

Boardroom

109

Convention

28/--

Theater

504

Reception

320

Regist. Desk

Room Details

We also have two sets of conference rooms available for breakouts or smaller meetings. The one is 16'' X 44'', 704 sq. ft. the other is 14'' X 51'', 714 sq. ft. these rooms do have windows in them.

Room Type:Ballroom

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:19

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Crescent