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Best Western University Inn

2.5 star property
Adventure hotel with 24-hour fitness, connected to a shopping center, near Cornell University

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Reception
Lobby
Winery
Seasonal outdoor pool
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Surrounded by the scenic beauty of Ithaca, Best Western University Inn offers a warm welcome with to-go breakfast and a free airport shuttle. Unwind at the seasonal pool or get energized at the 24-hour gym. With in-room WiFi, express check-out, helpful staff and an ideal location near Cornell University.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $90
includes taxes & fees
$80 per night
Mar 2 - Mar 3

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1020 Ellis Hollow Rd, Ithaca, NY, 14850

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 3 min drive
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 4 min drive
  • Cornell University - 4 min drive
  • Ithaca College - 6 min drive
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 12 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 28 min drive
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 53 min drive
  • Binghamton, NY (BGM-Greater Binghamton) - 67 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Collegetown Bagels - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Trillium - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cornell Dairy Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Terrace Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Souvlaki House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western University Inn

When you stay at Best Western University Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cornell University and Ithaca Commons. You can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center or take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. Also, Ithaca College and Cayuga Lake are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 101 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

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 18
DONE

Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Vineyard
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • 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)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September
  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Best Western University Inn?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western University Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western University Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Best Western University Inn?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western University Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Best Western University Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and hunting. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Best Western University Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good overall place to stay
Wayne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very nice close to the campus and shuttle bus available!
yishi, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place was very comfortable and convenient. All staffs were kind and helpful.
Nohyul, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Bathroom wasn’t very clean Heater worked great Shower plumbing could be more updated Fireplace was nice but electrical needs upgraded
Matthew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I’d recommend
Average room but the staff were great
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Price is Right Hotel
This is the second time I stayed here. The best thing about this place is the location being just a 5 minute drive to Cornell University. The breakfast was good , and had a number of choices. The price was always right here. Cheap , not fancy , motel type . Had a mini fridge and microwave in the room. My only complaint about this place is, the outside doors that lead into hotel are not card locked. So anyone off the street can walk into the corridors at any anytime. Which raises security concerns.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a very comfortable stay.
Dan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was perfect for what we needed!
Kelly Conaghan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

There was a build up of dust behind furniture that was visible and cobwebs and dust by the fridge.
Ruth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location for college visit.
Jackie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to Cornell University and safe
Vougar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable
Christine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent motel in a great location
James, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
janet, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable hotel for a family of 6 adults.
Anna Maria, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place, clean, comfortable and convenient
This was our first time staying at this hotel. When my husband attended the game/comic con in Ithaca, we chose this place, and I was very satisfied with it. Ithaca is not a big town, so while the hotel is outside the downtown area, it’s still close to everything, especially the campus. There’s a P&C Market and Collegetown Bagels next to the hotel. The breakfast was good, and the room was clean, comfortable, and spacious. The fireplace was a nice bonus.
Shu, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good breakfast
Lyudmyla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great and peaceful place very friendly staff
Ricky, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff - just great service!
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff!
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to Cornell University and quiet place
Vougar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff!
RONG, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location was perfect
J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pet friendly place! Good dog walking area!
scott, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Just ok
Was just ok nothing special. Beer caps in pull out couch when we opened. Doesn’t seem like it gets a good deep clean after each stay. Hairs all over bathroom floor. Been in worse but for the money was just ok
Adam, 1-night trip

General property information

Travelers Say
"Very nice place, breakfast included good channels on TV and roomy."
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM