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The Dorm Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Cornell University

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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
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Meeting rooms
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY615
CNY726 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30

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
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Sophomore Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Comfort Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
518 Stewart Ave, Ithaca, NY, 14850

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ithaca College - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cornell University - 6 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 13 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 29 min drive
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 50 min drive
  • Binghamton, NY (BGM-Greater Binghamton) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Collegetown Bagels - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Okenshields - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Oishii Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Souvlaki House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪College Town Pizza - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Dorm Hotel

At The Dorm Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cornell University and Ithaca College. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and to-go breakfast is available daily. Also, this hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Cayuga Lake. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Wine tasting room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 2.50 to 12.00 for adults, and USD 2.50 to 12.00 for children

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Dorm Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Dorm Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Dorm Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Dorm Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dorm Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What's the area around The Dorm Hotel like?

The Dorm Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Cornell Botanic Gardens and 13 minutes' walk from Ithaca Commons. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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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

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Free parking was a great perk and a convenient location was also a bonus. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

love this place and the vibe. joanne was helpful in every way as was the person that checked m
Jenny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a pleasant stay!
alexandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in and out; clean room; enough parking
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location; friendly and helpful staff
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and staff!
Amanoa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Experience!!!
Chandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpful and kind. Absolutely enjoyed my stay and would highly recommend this to anyone!
Jose, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and nice. In fact the whole hotel was clean and nice. Staff was wonderful
Sherri, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Small room but great value. Close to campus and very new and clean. Would stay there again
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect accommodation for visiting Cornell
Jiaqi, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I always stay here when in Ithaca.
Luis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot while visiting Ithaca and the University. Highly walkable, clean and just what I needed.
Nicholas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Terrence, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent! Small but have everything you need. Clean and convinent! Walking distance to COrnell campaus.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpful. Staff was also very friendly.
Jeff, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super cute.
elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Home away from home, wonderful staff!
Roger, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quirky but fun hotel
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This hotel is ideal for students as it is so close to the Cornell campus. Room very clean, cozy for one person. Off street parking.
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very safe and convenient!
DUMITRU, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Irina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wow Perfect for Cornell
eunyoung, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay at The Dorm Hotel very much. The theme, property, service, cleanliness, and convenience is excellent! Couldn’t have had a better experience. We will return in the future for sure!
Beth, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable hotel and the folks at the desk were accommodating and helpful.
David, 2-night trip