When is the best time to go to Fall Creek?

The best times to go to Fall Creek are during the late spring (May to early June) and early autumn (September to October). Late spring offers pleasant weather, with temperatures typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C. The natural landscapes are lush and green, and the waterfalls are usually at their most impressive due to spring meltwater. This period is ideal for outdoor activities like hiking along the Fall Creek Gorge Trail or exploring the Cornell Botanic Gardens. It's a great time for couples or solo travellers who enjoy outdoor pursuits and scenic beauty without the peak summer crowds. Early autumn provides a different but equally appealing experience. The weather remains mild, usually between 10°C and 20°C, and the region is renowned for its spectacular autumn foliage. The hillsides around Fall Creek transform into a palette of reds, oranges, and yellows, making it great for scenic drives or leisurely walks through the various parks.

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How much is the nightly rate at a Fall Creek hotel?

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10 Best Hotels in Fall Creek, Ithaca for 2026

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1. The Dorm Hotel

0.9 km from Fall Creek

Annie

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

2. Hotel Ithaca

Downtown Ithaca, 1.2 km from Fall Creek

Stella

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca

South Side, 1.6 km from Fall Creek

Kathleen

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

4. Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

Downtown Ithaca, 0.9 km from Fall Creek

Shaquil

CA $255 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

5. Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

Downtown Ithaca, 1.1 km from Fall Creek

Eileen

CA $278 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

6. Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

Downtown Ithaca, 1 km from Fall Creek

Sarah

CA $266 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

7. Meadow Court Inn

1.8 km from Fall Creek

kathaleen

CA $105 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. Argos Inn

Downtown Ithaca, 1.1 km from Fall Creek

Jim

CA $258 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

9. The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

1.4 km from Fall Creek

Harmit

CA $392 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ithaca by IHG

3.5 km from Fall Creek

Rebecca

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

11. Hampton Inn Ithaca

2.9 km from Fall Creek

Joshua

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

South Hill, 4.6 km from Fall Creek

Zhanna

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

13. Best Western University Inn

3.2 km from Fall Creek

Michelle

CA $192 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

14. Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

3.2 km from Fall Creek

Michelle

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ithaca

3.3 km from Fall Creek

Joe

CA $245 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca

3.9 km from Fall Creek

Manisha

CA $231 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

17. The Springwater Inn

5.9 km from Fall Creek

cesar

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

18. Cayuga Blu Hotel

4 km from Fall Creek

Kimberly

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

19. Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

4.7 km from Fall Creek

Hernan

CA $213 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

20. Budget Inn

3.9 km from Fall Creek

David

CA $114 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Where to stay in Fall Creek

Find the best Fall Creek areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Fall Creek

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Downtown Ithaca

While visiting Downtown Ithaca, you might make a stop by sights like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.

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South Hill

Unique features of South Hill include the waterfalls and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Buttermilk Falls State Park or Butterfield Stadium while you're exploring the area.

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South Hill

South Hill might not have many top sights, but Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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East Ithaca

You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in East Ithaca. You might want to make time for a stop at Six Mile Creek Vineyard or Reis Tennis Center.

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South Side

While South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.

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Top Fall Creek Hotel Reviews

Cayuga Blu Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was amazing!! Very clean hotel will definitely be back to stay again!"

The Springwater Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Location is close, with-in driving range to most places. We were there for 1 night. The motel rooms are small, it is an older style motel. Bathrooms were renovated nicely. Bed was comfortable. Most important, bathrooms and rooms were VERY clean. Missed continental breakfast, so I cant comment on that. Good coffee :)"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ithaca

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, good looking, sharp and well maintained hotel. The staff was very courteous and helpful. Breakfast was standard fare with scrambled eggs, bacon sausage, fruits, waffles, cereal, mini muffins and breads. It’s about 0.5 miles from buttermilk falls and less than 2miles from Ithaca commons. Much more reasonable than Ithaca common hotels. Excellent place to stay."

La Tourelle Inn & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were lovely. In addition to a well appointed bathroom, access to a comfortable robe, and luxurious bedding, the room had a settee and a wall of library books which was a lovely touch. The bar was great and had a nice selection. The communal space was welcoming and comfortable. Breakfast included scrambled eggs, bacon, breads and pastries, fruits and yogurt as well as locally brewed coffee. The grounds were lovely and you can walk to Buttermilk Falls State Park, but if you want to see the main waterfall (and potentially swim) it is about a 45 minute to a 1 hour walk each way, so something to keep in mind. We had a great time and would stay there again."

Hotels in Fall Creek, Ithaca

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1. The Dorm Hotel

2. Hotel Ithaca

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca

4. Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

5. Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

6. Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

7. Meadow Court Inn

8. Argos Inn

9. The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ithaca by IHG

11. Hampton Inn Ithaca

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

13. Best Western University Inn

14. Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ithaca

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca

17. The Springwater Inn

18. Cayuga Blu Hotel

19. Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

20. Budget Inn

Where to stay in Fall Creek

Downtown Ithaca

South Hill

South Hill

East Ithaca

South Side

Top Fall Creek Hotel Reviews

Cayuga Blu Hotel

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