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The Dorm Hotel

2.5 star property
Warm up by the fireplace or explore nearby attractions. Stay connected with WiFi while enjoying a convenient stay.

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi - The Dorm Hotel (Ithaca)
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Located near Cornell University, The Dorm Hotel offers a warm atmosphere with laundry facilities, a cozy fireplace in the lobby, and a convenient bar. Enjoy free self parking, luggage storage, and an electric car charging station - past guests have praised the helpful staff and location.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Comfort Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Sophomore Queen | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Sophomore Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Studio | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Studio

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

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Quadruple Room

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Ithaca, The Dorm Hotel is near the airport. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Cornell Botanic Gardens and Puddledockers are also worth visiting. Visit our Ithaca travel guide
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518 Stewart Ave, Ithaca, NY, 14850

What's nearby

  • A bare tree, free from it's leaves at Ithace Falls Natural Area in New York State, grows from the wet rocks below with a waterfall blurred by it's motion in the background.
    Ithaca Falls Natural Area
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Summer Lake
    Cornell Botanic Gardens
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cornell University
    Cornell University
    8 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Ithaca Commons
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • State Theatre of Ithaca
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Straight From The Market
    12 min walk
  • Collegetown Bagels
    9 min walk
  • College Town Pizza
    8 min walk
  • El Chamo
    3 min walk
  • Okenshields
    11 min walk

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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 self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dorm Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dorm Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Dorm Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Dorm Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cascadilla Gorge Trail and Ithaca Commons. Cornell University and Cayuga Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Dorm Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 600 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 600 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 600 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 600 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 600 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option, clean and has everything needed for a stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Orly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location for visiting Cornell. Friend and welcoming staff! Simple and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Valene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay! The staff provide a warm welcome and personal touch.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a great location, particularly if you want to visit Cornell. Our only complaint was that the queen sized bed was against a wall, making it inconvenient for one person to get out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and the concierge was very welcoming and helpful. Accommodations were spartan but very clean. Great price too, especially considering the location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel and location was perfect! Our room and common areas were very clean and comfortable. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at the dorm. It is right on Cornell campus with on site parking. Rooms are a bit on the small side but charming decorations and impeccably clean. Love the living room in the lobby with beer bar, cozy couches games and books. We enjoyed outside back deck and played cards and enjoyed takeout dinner out there. Staff is wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was very nice and the place is adorable. We enjoyed the lobby area and the decor throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very attentive staff
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very well received by the staff, who ensured my late arrival and early departure were accommodated. The hotel was clean and had all of the amenities that I needed for my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location; friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eamon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desk staff are always friendly and efficient. Rooms are always clean and beds consistently comfortable. Room 308 could use a chair as the only thing to sit on is the small desk chair. Love to stay at the Dorm Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is convenient to go Cornell university. The room is cozy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jiaqi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect accommodation for visiting Cornell
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small room but great value. Close to campus and very new and clean. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic place to stay! The Junior Suite with a separate entrance, kitchen, and dining area was the perfect place for me to work while my child visited Cornell. The rooms are exceptionally clean, and the staff is very friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot while visiting Ithaca and the University. Highly walkable, clean and just what I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Staff was also very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for college visit
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little "Boutique" hotel. Room was very neat and clean. Staff was friendly and courteous. Right on the edge of Cornell campus. Parking was tight, but it works.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Small but have everything you need. Clean and convinent! Walking distance to COrnell campaus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Staff & service
It’s always nice to stay at this hotel- this is my 4th time . Close to the bus stop at the Commons as well as the university . The staff is friendly and helpful and the rooms are very nice . I will be staying here again on my next trip to Cornell
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025