The Dorm Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Cornell University

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Stunning two-story house with a gabled roof and inviting front porch, set amidst lush greenery.
Enjoy cooking in this well-lit kitchen with a coffee station and large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, mounted TV, and a stylish mirror above the sink.
Relax in our stylish lounge area with a comfortable sofa, armchairs, and flat-screen TV.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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518 Stewart Ave, Ithaca, NY, 14850
  • Ithaca Commons
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Ithaca College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cornell University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

Sophomore Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Comfort Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ithaca

Cornell University is within 2 miles (3 km) of The Dorm Hotel while other popular attractions such as Cayuga Lake are within 3 miles (5 km). This 31-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ithaca College - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cornell University - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Collegetown Bagels - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Souvlaki House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪College Town Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vietnam Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oishii Bowl - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Dorm Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Cornell University
Guests of The Dorm Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a gift shop, and a communal living room.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Safes and desks are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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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
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 2.50 to 12 for adults and USD 2.50 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • 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.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 2.50 to 12.00 for adults, and USD 2.50 to 12.00 for children

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

The Dorm Hotel Hotel
The Dorm Hotel Ithaca
The Dorm Hotel Hotel Ithaca

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Dorm Hotel?

The Dorm Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dorm Hotel?

As of Aug 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorm Hotel on Aug 12, 2025 start from $145.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near The Dorm Hotel?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Ithaca based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Cascadilla Gorge Trail and Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art. You'll also find Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Dorm Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking and electric car charging are also available.

Does The Dorm Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Dorm Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Dorm Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Dorm Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a tasting room plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes.

Does The Dorm Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Dorm Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Dorm Hotel offers to-go breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Dorm Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Dorm Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Dorm Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Dorm Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Dorm Hotel is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is 8.1 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is located 18.9 mi away (29-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Dorm Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Dorm Hotel.

The Dorm Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 446 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 446 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 446 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 446 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 446 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome -rooms clean and updated. Great Cornell vibe just on west campus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Joanne is great and it's always nice to be greeted by her when we arrive!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahani

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myungji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

8/10 Good

Kurosu

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trimble

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

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
David the concierge at the front desk was engaging, entertaining, knowledgeable and friendly. The “pour your own” beer, cider and wine taps were awesome. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place! We were greeted but the nicest man.(I am terrible remembering names). He explained everything to us. Clean. Had everything we needed. Our room had a stove, refrigerator and microwave. The water pressure was excellent in the shower. Walk to Cornell. The beds were so comfortable. We were well rested to enjoy the days on campus. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

UNCHU

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

Best location near Cornell U

Great location practically on the Cornell campus. Very clean and cozy, friendly staffs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel is clean. and staff are nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great hotel, great location

We had a very nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Georges

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a cozy and nice place, walking distance to the university and 4 min drive to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Convenient. Inexpensive. Staff is helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Joanne the manager and her staff are hard working and do everything to make your stay here comfortable and easy! Great location to walk to campus. Easy parking. Warm during winter. Comfortable room and bedding. I’d recommend a high floor room. Excellent community feel. Great free coffee! Would return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta, New York

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, whimsically decorated, and close to campus. We loved the self-service beer taps and free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025