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Accommodation and Hostels in Ithaca (New York)
Ithaca is not a large city, but between Cornell and Ithaca College, about 25,000 students attend school here, with thousands more people visiting daily for conferences, sporting events, and other university functions. On normal days, Hotel and motel rooms can be surprisingly hard to find and shockingly expensive when compared to the surrounding area. Finding lodging during major school events, like freshman move-in, parents' weekend, and graduation, is difficult bordering on impossible at the last minute. If you find yourself in Ithaca during those times, you may have to go as far as Cortland (20 miles away) or Elmira (30 miles away). In a real pinch, it is not inconceivable to stay as far away as Syracuse, NY. It is only about 60 minutes away, depending on weather conditions. Elmira and Watkins Glen are decent options, and lodging will likely be quite a bit cheaper there.
As a general rule, lodging that is located downtown or close to campus will start at $150/night, while the downscale motel chains located out of town start upwards of $100/night. Rooms for less than $75/night can be had at some of the locally owned (and decidedly not 5-star) establishments that are located outside of town. Rates during major school events can more than triple.
Statler Hotel, 130 Statler Drive, Cornell campus (circle driveway straight ahead from campus entrance on Hoy Road), 800-541-2501 ([email protected]) . The Statler is run by Cornell's School of Hotel Administration students (as well as the full-time staff), and is the most elegant and luxurious hotel in Ithaca. However, don't expect to get a reservation for graduation at The Statler! The hotel is reserved for dignitaries, trustees and guest speakers during graduation. During other times of year, rooms are largely available. It is a popular place for executive education students to stay during the summer.
La Tourelle Resort and August Moon Spa, Near Ithaca College, only a 10 minute drive to Cornell University, . Great hotel with a B&B feel. Full service spa on site. Walking trails connect to Buttermilk Falls State Park.
The Hilton Garden Inn - Downtown Ithaca's newest hotel, immediately across from the commons. Garage parking available nearby.
The Courtyard by Marriott, 29 Thornwood Dr., Phone: 1-607-330-1000, . Located near the Ithaca/Tompkins regional airport. It has a free shuttle (by appointment) to Cornell, The Commons, the airport, and to a variety of locations along Triphammer Road, including the malls and restaurants. Many restaurants deliver to the hotel, and it is within walking distance to Ciabatta's, a restaurant that's open for lunch and breakfast. It also has its own restaurant for breakfast and offers onsite catering for meetings and receptions.
Homewood Suites by Hilton, 36 Cinema Dr., Phone: 1-607-266-0000. New Hotel, opened in May 2007. Located close to the Triphammer and Pyramid Malls, restaurants, and is fairly close to the Ithaca airport. Cornell is a 10-15 minute drive away.
The Holiday Inn - Although not the classiest hotels in the area, it gets the job done. Convenient location to both colleges. A short drive up the "hill" to Ithaca College. Minutes walking distance to the commons. So if you're just looking for a convenient place to lay your head, this is the hotel for you. This hotel books solid for all college events, so make reservations way ahead of time.
Ramada Ithaca Executive Conference Center, Ramada Ithaca Executive Conference Center 2310 N Triphammer Rd Hwy 13 & Triphammer Rd, Ithaca, NY - 14850, ☎ +1 607-257-3100, . �
Log Country Inn, .
The Inn at City Lights, Bed and Breakfast, 1319 Mecklenburg Rd., Rt.79 west, . Great accommodations, great views, just outside of town.
Hampton Inn Ithaca, 337 Elmira Road, ☎ 607-277-5500, . �
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