The Springwater Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Ithaca with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Snack bar
Property grounds
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1083 Dryden Rd (Route 366), Ithaca, NY, 14850
  • Place, Cornell Botanic Gardens
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ithaca College
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ithaca

Located within a mile (2 km) of Cornell Botanic Gardens, The Springwater Inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cornell University. This 25-room motel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Cornell Botanic Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Cornell University - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Ithaca Commons - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Ithaca College - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 14 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mirabito - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪23 North - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪BG Buda’s East Hill Italian Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Springwater Inn

Motel in Ithaca with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
The Springwater Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
42-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Microwaves, free local calls, and ironing boards are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 35 per pet, per night
  • 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 and cash
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Springwater Inn?

The Springwater Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to The Springwater Inn?

This motel is located in Ithaca, close to Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Cornell Botanic Gardens, and Triphammer Marketplace. You'll also find Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Commons within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Springwater Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Springwater Inn have a casino?

No, The Springwater Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Springwater Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Springwater Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and a rainfall showerhead as well as free breakfast.

Does The Springwater Inn have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Springwater Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Springwater Inn offers free continental breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does The Springwater Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Springwater Inn for a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night.

Does The Springwater Inn have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to The Springwater Inn?

The closest major airport to The Springwater Inn is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is 4.3 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is located 15.4 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Springwater Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Springwater Inn.

The Springwater Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 165 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professional and easy process. My only complaint was that I was running quite late for check-in (10:00 p.m.), and it was very difficult obtaining a direct line phone # for the front desk in order to inform I was still enroute. I did not have breakfast, so did not rate that.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great stay. Very nice new renovations. Great staff. Very helpful and kind. Real continental breakfast with fresh bagels. Will stay here on my next visit to Ithica.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Makenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, quick check-in/out, late-night check-in was nice, decent breakfast, overall clean. Would consider staying here again, especially since it was cheaper than most lodging in the Ithaca area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildred

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay, everything considered. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good breakfast options for a continental breakfast. Spacious room. The hotel is close enough to Ithaca and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recently renovated room- very clean. Good breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

Great Place to stay!

The room was brand new. New carpeting - very clean - new bathrooms - refrigerator - microwave. The outside looks worn but the rooms are fresh and new. The new AC fan, however, was very loud. Additionally, the bedspread should be swapped out for a double sheet over a quilt. There were plenty of towels and built in soap - shampoo - conditioner and lotion bottles. Very nice owners.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Amenities
I arrived really late and they were quite gracious. I haven’t seen the surrounding area as it was dark when I arrived, but it all appears clean dnd welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet location. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. The room was very clean and the bed and pillows were super comfortable. I would recommend staying here and I definitely will be choosing this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place...id stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICOLE

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

Amazing Place to Stay

Love, love, love this cute little hotel in Ithaca! This is a motel-style facility (drive up to your room) that has been completely renovated. The rooms are so beautifully decorated and clean. The beds are comfortable and the bathrooms lovely. Each room has a fridge and microwave. It is in a somewhat rural area and so quiet with nice views from each room. Breakfast in the morning is simple but high quality. It is run by a lovely family who are so kind and polite. It is far better than you usually get at this price point. This is a hidden gem, as the other reviews say. Definitely try it out!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Timonium

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy but property was as described.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Very nice

The room was very clean and newly updated. Included all the expected amenities, plus a few extras, a nice lighted mirror for example. We were very happy with everything and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Our room was fine. Breakfast was minimal. The milk ran out, but it was replenished.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. The only complain was the air conditioner was a wall unit and was loud and blew directly on you as you slept. Otherwise perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025