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Best Western University Inn

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel connected to a shopping centre in Ithaca with free breakfast

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Reception
Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

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1020 Ellis Hollow Rd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
  • Ithaca Commons
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cornell University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ithaca College
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ithaca

At Best Western University Inn, you'll be connected to a shopping centre and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Cornell University. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this Ithaca hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Ithaca Commons and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from State Theatre of Ithaca.

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cornell University - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ithaca College - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Collegetown Bagels - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Trillium - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cornell Dairy Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Terrace Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Souvlaki House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western University Inn

Pet-friendly hotel connected to a shopping centre in Ithaca with free breakfast
Best Western University Inn offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). The business-friendly Best Western University Inn also features a vending machine, express check-out, and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.

This Ithaca hotel is smoke free.

  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Best Western University Inn offers 101 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 2000 per stay)
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 70 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD2000 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western University Inn?

Yep, Best Western University Inn has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western University Inn?

As of 2 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western University Inn on 1 Sept 2025 start from NZ$224.77, including 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.

Does Best Western University Inn have a pool?

Best Western University Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

Is Best Western University Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free airport shuttle, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western University Inn is a hit with families.

Does Best Western University Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, guests give high marks to the free on-the-go breakfast here! Available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western University Inn?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western University Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Best Western University Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1002 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
good clean room to stay in. the only problem with my door and a friends door was it stuck and you had to put a shoulder to it to get it open
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Adan, Egg Harbor Township

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

martha

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were comfortable although they were not queen sized. Barely a double
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yufan

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Astrid, North Bergen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shreya

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bed where not good , they made us Ichy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

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

6/10 Okay

Bethany

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Cleanliness

Ask to have our room cleaned and was not cleaned. Big black ants on the wall where we had breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

philip

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

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very nice and the rooms are very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SOON

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Amenities
Everyone was very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bai

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the property is good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sook Peng

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUNG

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location tobgo to Cornell University.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

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

10/10 Excellent

Moira

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

I always love staying here.

I love about staying here is there food options which allows me to have a good source of protein for the day and go to work early.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms. Clean. Mattresses could use an update.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aslam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was kept cold, heating was off, I had to turn it on, and waited for around 2 hours in cold (-6)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025