The Dorm Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Cornell University, The Dorm Hotel provides laundry facilities, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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A compact bedroom with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a wardrobe, and a window.

Comfort Twin Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wardrobe, and a wall-mounted shelf with a red bag and a t-shirt.

Sophomore Queen

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dresser, a door, and a small table with a chair.

Comfort Studio

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a red-framed mirror.

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Ithaca, The Dorm Hotel is near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Taughannock 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 tall clock tower with a pointed roof and two large clocks.
    Cornell University
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A waterfall, rocky riverbed, and a tree with exposed roots.
    Ithaca Falls Natural Area
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A water fountain with multiple jets, a modern building, and a clear blue sky with clouds.
    Ithaca College
    4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ithaca Commons
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • State Theatre of Ithaca
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Collegetown Bagels
    9 min walk
  • Straight From The Market
    12 min walk
  • Vinifera Ithaca
    10 min walk
  • El Chamo
    3 min walk
  • Okenshields
    11 min walk

About this property

The Dorm Hotel

  • Hotel near Cornell University
  • Laundry facilities, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Dorm Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
    • A gift shop, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Dorm Hotel feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers
    • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Dorm Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorm Hotel on Nov 4, 2026 start from CA $135, 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.

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 1 mi (2 km) of Cascadilla Gorge Trail and Cornell University. Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art and The History Center are also within 15 minutes.

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. 551 out of 679 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 679 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 679 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 679 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 679 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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I loved the concept of the hotel, it has a nice and cozy ambiance. The location is conveniently near restaurants, shops and trails. I would recommend staying in this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms - will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were so helpful, love the location, can walk everywhere and very comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our son goes to school there, and this is our go to place when we visit. Joanne the hotel manager is so nice and accommodating. The location is perfect. It is right next to Cornell and within walking distance to the downtown. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, my daughter and I shared a queen and bed was super comfortable, slept great, noise was not an issue. Could tell it was any older house but beautifully remodeled. Could hear occasionally creaks but did not keep me up. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very Clean. Friendly staff. Great Location. Plenty of Parking. Overall a wonderful experience. I will be staying there from now on when I travel to Ithaca.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved staying in this quaint hotel. It was clean and comfortable. We loved getting drinks from the self serve bar and sitting on the deck.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and unique place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great option, clean and has everything needed for a stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Dorm Hotel was well-located across from the entrance to Cornell. It is an old house renovated into fun hotel rooms that resemble dorm rooms. Although the room was basic, it was clean and comfortable. The only slight inconveniences were that I had to crawl into bed from the foot of the bed and didn’t have a space for my phone and glasses. I loved the lobby area with a coffee station, games, comfortable seating, a microwave and even a small refrigerator in which guests can store food. The front desk personnel were helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was really cozy and the staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and price. Super clean rooms would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved my stay at the Dorm Hotel! I was in town for a conference, and it was perfect for solo travel. The dorm feel was unique, and the space was exceptionally clean. The tap wall in particular was an awesome feature, and I also loved that the tv in the room had an option to cast from my phone. Also, the bed was SO comfortable!! The location was close to downtown, definitely walkable if you have the time. If I’m ever in town again, I’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Stayed in a “single” which was perfect for my parents weekend stay. Room was clean and had plenty of space as I was alone. The room was a bit stuffy and I was not able to control the air temp (I did not inquire about how to change as I was exhausted!). First night, it was loud perhaps due to others coming in late but it was very loud throughout the night through the walls/ceiling. Second night was fine. Parking situation was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very comfortable. I really appreciated the simplicity without all the stuffy hotel vibes. There is a shared guest fridge in the lobby which helped me out a lot. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect stay! The staff provide a warm welcome and personal touch.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was there to answer questions which we had a lot of due to the uniqueness of this dorm style hotel. It was the nicest dorm experience we ever had. Beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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Amazing location and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location; friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and very attentive staff
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2025