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Inn On Columbia

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Ithaca College

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The Gazebo | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Front of property
Carriage House | Balcony
Carriage House | Balcony

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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228 Columbia Street, Ithaca, NY, 14850
  • Place, Ithaca Commons
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, State Theatre of Ithaca
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ithaca College
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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King Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Carriage House | Living area | 28-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, heated floors

Carriage House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 640 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Gazebo | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Gazebo

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Located in South Hill within a short walk of Ithaca College, Inn On Columbia is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Cornell University. This 16-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with in-room amenities like coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and heated floors.
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What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ithaca College - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Asia Cuisine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gola Osteria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Argos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Revelry Yards - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Simeon's on the Commons - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Inn On Columbia

Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Ithaca College
Guests of Inn On Columbia enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include express check-out and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 28-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and wardrobes or closets are also available.

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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 self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • Couples/private dining

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

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.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heated floor
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 25 per accommodation, 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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

INN ON COLUMBIA ITHACA
ON COLUMBIA ITHACA
INN ON COLUMBIA Ithaca
INN ON COLUMBIA Bed & breakfast
INN ON COLUMBIA Bed & breakfast Ithaca

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Inn On Columbia?

Inn On Columbia offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Inn On Columbia?

This bed & breakfast is situated in South Hill within a 10-minute walk of Ithaca Commons and The History Center. You'll also find State Theatre of Ithaca and Kitchen Theater less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Inn On Columbia?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Inn On Columbia include a casino?

No, Inn On Columbia doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Inn On Columbia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is Inn On Columbia a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this bed u0026 breakfast include premium bedding, heated floors, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Inn On Columbia?

No, but this bed & breakfast offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Inn On Columbia have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Inn On Columbia offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Inn On Columbia allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Inn On Columbia for a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Inn On Columbia have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from Inn On Columbia?

The closest major airport to Inn On Columbia is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is 8.9 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is located 19.7 mi away (30-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Inn On Columbia?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed u0026 breakfast offer either a balcony or a deck.

Inn On Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful 3 days here. Madeleine and Ken, were excellent and helpful hosts, providing suggestions for walks, wineries and restaurants. The daily homemade breakfast was delicious and varied each day. We particularly loved the fresh homemade muffins and scones. Lovely touch to have access to complimentary snacks, fruit and drinks through the day as well. Great location, comfortable room and an easy walk into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

A Gem of a Stay

Carriage room was spacious, stylish, and super roomy. Would 100% stay here again. Also, breakfast was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with lovely hosts! Delicious breakfast made to order. Love staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable and breakfast was absolutely amazing. The location is very walkable to dining and shopping. There are so many beautiful hikes in the area as well. We definitely would stay here again!
Taughannock Falls state park
Ithaca falls
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location. Beautiful inn. And the best ever gourmet breakfasts. Loved the sparkling drinks in the fridge and the very understanding, accommodating hosts. Cant say enough good things.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanhua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn on Columbia is a great choice for couples traveling to Ithaca. It is a lovely home and the room was very comfortable. Madeline's breakfasts were outstanding and we loved having Olive greet us in the morning! It's also a short walk down to the Commons where there's plenty of things to do. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little place was perfect for us. Owners were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were truly hospitable. They gave us information about the area as well as made amazing breakfasts each morning. We loved hiking several trails with water falls in the Ithaca area. We also loved that we could walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Fairport

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Innovative design and recovery of old home. Nicely decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious breakfast and coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Comfortable and Welcoming Space

Absolutely Fabulous! Gracious hosts, stunning decor, delicious breakfast... and so many thoughtful details to create a comfortable and welcoming space.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Anniversary Escape to IIthaca

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend in the Gazebo Room at Inn on Columbia. It couldn't have been better. Madeline was wonderful - she accommodated my husband's special dietary needs and she was so willing to offer suggestions about things to do in the area. She even left a bottle of champagne to help us celebrate our anniversary. We especially loved being greeted by Olive who also tolerated our 2 dogs who joined us. Thank you for a wonderful visit to Ithaca.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property with such gracious hosts. It’s a great spot to stay in Ithaca that isn’t a mass market hotel chain/brand.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

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

Stay here!!!!

OK, I canceled my reservation at a more well-known boutique hotel when I saw this one popped up for about half the cost. Best move I ever made! We had the gazebo room and it was so adorable. Completely private and large with extremely comfortable bedding, a Jacuzzi tub and a walk-in shower But the real charm of this Inn are the owners. They bend over backwards to make sure you are comfortable. The breakfast in the mornings is so outrageously good with fresh homemade baked muffins and scones, along with fresh fruit, and an entrée of your choice. Coffee is plentiful and there are always cold drinks and snacks available around the clock. Location is perfect. Walkable to many places and parking is easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely stay in every way. Great hosts, delicious breakfast, beautiful and peaceful property close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAISA

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

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Terrific people and food, meh condition of room.

Pros: People and Food Amazing hosts- super helpful, kind, accommodating. Great food, they even packed a take away breakfast for us when we left early to hike. Fresh flowers in the room. Love the uniqueness of the gazebo. Cons: Power issues for CPAP and condition of room 1. The power in the room was motion sensitive so CPAP kept switching off all night. Tried a fix offered by host for night #2 (used different outlet per hosts directions) but it still happened. 2. Shade for the skylight over the bed is very dirty with cobwebs, dust and insects on it. 3. Bathroom has a DIY feel: cracked molding around tub, odd faucet in sink. Ends so close to the front lip of the sink that you get splashed really easily just washing your hands. 4. No shower door in room w/toilet so the whole little room gets wet when you shower. 5.The gazebo is bright and pretty during the day but it does not offer blackout curtains so morning starts EARLY. 6. AC is in the closet with boxfan used to blow cold air out. Just cosmetic, the room was cool and comfy, but feels odd and piecemeal. All in all, expected more polish for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Great breakfast, kind host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing host, nice stay and terrific breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Stay in the carriage house!

We had to the most wonderful time at Inn on Columbia!! Our hosts were amazing, incredibly welcoming, friendly, and helpful. The carriage house was perfect. We highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique room/apartment. So spacious and beautiful midcentury touches. Host very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very nice, and especially welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious, and is just as good, if not better, than most of the restaurants in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodations. Gracious owners. Awesome breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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