Best Western University Inn

Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in Ithaca

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Gym

Explore the area

1020 Ellis Hollow Rd, Ithaca, NY, 14850

Ithaca Commons
‪4 min drive‬
Cornell University
‪4 min drive‬
Ithaca College
‪5 min drive‬
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
‪14 min drive‬

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Room options

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

237 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

237 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

237 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

237 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

237 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ithaca

Cornell University is within 2 miles (3 km) of Best Western University Inn while other popular attractions such as Ithaca Commons are within 3 miles (5 km). This 101-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a shopping center in central Ithaca and also close to State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca College.

What's nearby

Ithaca Commons - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
Cornell University - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
State Theatre of Ithaca - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
Ithaca College - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
Buttermilk Falls State Park - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 12 min drive

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

Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in Ithaca

Guests of Best Western University Inn enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available on request). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and express check-out.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

$105 nightly

Jul 7 - Jul 8

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

24-hour gym
Seasonal outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Vineyard
Wine tours

Family friendly

In-room crib
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Business center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Vineyard

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Stair-free path to entrance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

2 floors
4 buildings
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib

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

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Free weekday newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Certain rooms only
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
There are no elevators.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Best Western University Inn?

This hotel is located in Ithaca within a short 8-minute walk of Reis Tennis Center. You'll also find Ithaca Commons and Cayuga Lake within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Best Western University Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, free RV/bus/truck parking, and electric car charging are also available.

Does Best Western University Inn feature a casino?

No, Best Western University Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western University Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

Is Best Western University Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a vineyard plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and jetted bathtubs.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western University Inn?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Best Western University Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Best Western University Inn offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western University Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Best Western University Inn for a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western University Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Best Western University Inn?

The closest major airport to Best Western University Inn is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is 7 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is located 18.5 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western University Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western University Inn.

Best Western University Inn 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

10/10 Excellent

Jianghui

Mar 13, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

yulei

Mar 6, 2025

good

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ha

Feb 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Feb 27, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Metroca, EDISON

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Feb 26, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Perfectly fine for a budget stay…wonderful front desk staff and excellent breakfast offerings. Concerns: There is no security to the rooms outside of the locks within the individual rooms. Otherwise, anyone can enter the halls 24/7. Breakfast area is very congested — possibly due to the fact that there are too many tables with four chairs each and the table odd actually narrower than two chairs side-by-side. Perhaps, management should consider making some tables deuces versus four-tops to open the space a little. Beds are in a sad state — no support, at all. But more importantly, the rooms do not feel clean. We never walked barefoot. The housekeeping vacuum path is clear, as indicated by the blackness of the carpets around the walls, beside the beds, behind the door. That color Is caused by filth buildup. Management should consider inspecting rooms occasionally…gives the housekeeping staff more time to clean each room or provide more training… clean the perimeters and most importantly, while the habit is to keep the door open while cleaning, remember to shut it so you can vacuum behind it. Otherwise, linens and bathrooms felt very nice and clean. I would go back — but only when I have someone to stay with me and I have slippers for the rooms.

4/10 Poor

Rhonda

Feb 23, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Dirty

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

Traveled with family

Feb 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very convenient to Cornell University. Quite neighborhood. Walkable distance from a supermarket. Great continental breakfast. Very friendly staff.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with group

Feb 22, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bathroom wasn’t very clean Heater worked great Shower plumbing could be more updated Fireplace was nice but electrical needs upgraded

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Coeli

Feb 22, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Coeli

Feb 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice hotel, clean, comfortable, does the job

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nohyul

Traveled with family

Feb 21, 2025

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

The place was very comfortable and convenient. All staffs were kind and helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

janet

Feb 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Love the Best Western Ithaca hotel. Rooms are always clean and the entire staff are welcoming. Love the all day hot tea and coffee provided for free too all guests. Had an issue with thermostat in my room, the heat never cut off. It was stuffy and warm. Turned on the fan and AC…and they also never cut off. Difficult to regulate temperature in the room.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sangjin, Rochester

Feb 18, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with partner

Feb 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very close to waterfalls, Cornell campus, restaurants. Our bed was comfy, fireplace and Jacuzzi were great additions. Breakfast options were great, clean and well attended. Sadly our non-smoking room and towels smelled like cigarettes. Our shower pipes were loose, drippy and hard to control temperature.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luiz

Business traveler

Feb 16, 2025

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

Great location near Cornell University, attractive price, clea,n and good service. No frills.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yishi

Business traveler

Feb 14, 2025

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

very nice close to the campus and shuttle bus available!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Feb 12, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Feb 11, 2025

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

Great, clean rooms.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Feb 7, 2025

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

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025