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The Dorm Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Cornell University

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Property grounds
Reception
Deluxe Quadruple Room
Lobby sitting area
Daily to-go breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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518 Stewart Ave, Ithaca, NY, 14850
  • Place, Ithaca Commons
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ithaca College
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Sophomore Queen

Sophomore Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Comfort Studio

Comfort Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Kitchenette
Microwave
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Ithaca

At The Dorm Hotel you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Cornell University and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Cayuga Lake. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, tour/ticket assistance and a gift shop. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning to-go breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Ithaca hotel include Ithaca College and Buttermilk Falls State Park.

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 - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cornell University - 9 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Souvlaki House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Okenshields - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Haus - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Straight From The Market - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪College Town Pizza - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Dorm Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Cornell University
The Dorm Hotel offers its guests gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly The Dorm Hotel also features a fireplace in the lobby, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Ithaca hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Dorm Hotel offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and blackout curtains. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 2.50 to 12 for adults and USD 2.50 to 12 for children
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 2.50 to 12.00 for adults and USD 2.50 to 12.00 for children

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Dorm Hotel?

The Dorm Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Dorm Hotel?

Yep, The Dorm Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does The Dorm Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, to-go breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dorm Hotel?

No, The Dorm Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Dorm Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Dorm Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

The Dorm Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 420 out of 510 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 510 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 510 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 510 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 510 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fuhe

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed two nights at The Dorm
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent out-of-the-ordinary stay

Excellent service with genuine warmth, the opposite of "corporate vibes". If something's not ideal, talking to the staff is all it takes to make it right. The beds are superb, which is my #1 consideration in a hotel. The rooms are on the small side, but since I wasn't spending a lot of time in the room, this wasn't a problem for me. The location is great for visiting Cornell and downtown isn't too far either.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

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

A gem

Modern, clean, comfortable and quiet. Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIDGET

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable hotel and the folks at the desk were accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home away from home, wonderful staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome -rooms clean and updated. Great Cornell vibe just on west campus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little boutique hotel right on campus! Owner is super nice and makes you feel like you’re bad in college in all the best ways.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Solid for Price but you get what you pay for

Good price; good location near Cornell; no frills "concept hotel" but fine for a place to sleep; would consider staying again, but hotel room should have at least a chair to sit in and not have a queen bed pushed into corner of room requiring person sleeping closer to wall to clamber off end of bed. And lobby pour your own beers nice idea but apparently flawed design results in lots of foam and waiting to fill a glass.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely convenient and close to the Cornell campus. Can walk to the West Campus area in 5 minutes, Collegetown in 10 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saifon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got lucky and got the junior suite, it’s in its own building in the back. Used to be a garage, the owner converted into a cute little place, with a small kitchenette. The only thing I would suggest is having a peep hole since I was by myself in the back, and or a screen door. I used the laundry room, which you can get quarters from the front desk. The price is reasonable and very close to the campus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

From Big D (Texas)

Absolutely loved my stay! The hotel is clean, beautifully designed, and offers free parking, which is such a plus. The interior is thoughtfully curated with a unique concept that really sets it apart. I truly enjoyed the atmosphere and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nonhle

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the theme! Local wines and beer on tap was a treat. Really recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

diane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for a weekend stay. Watch for the hills! Lol
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near the campus, safe, clean, and nice stay. Small rooms but worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 3 nights. Great place with great service. Spotlessly clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was super cute, set up like a dorm. The hotel lobby was very welcoming and had a sitting area, TV, snacks and self service beer taps, both for purchase. The hotel was very clean and well kept. Make sure you request housekeeping daily if you need it. I wasnt aware you needed to request it to get service so the 2nd day I was there I came back to my room and it wasn't cleaned and towels weren't replaced. No big deal but just for reference, if housekeeping is something you want daily. I had a sophmore queen room. The room had everything I needed, a queens size bed, tv with casting available, a private sink and bathroom and a small desk. The room was perfect for me as a single. I would say 2 people in the room would definitely be tight but for 1 person it was perfect! Overall, I would say the hotel was conveniently located and it was a great stay. I would stay again!
Front of hotel
Lobby/ sitting area
Lobby, self service beer for purchase
Lobby, coffee & snacks for purchase.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A super awesome spot! Highly recommend it! Meticulously cleaned, comfortable bed, and you can tell that care is taken for a wonderful experience. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here as part of a visit to Cornell. Located at the very bottom of the campus - it is a short climb up to campus. Dorm hotel is unique (in my opinion) and exactly as described. Rooms are very small, small bathroom. Just enough room for a bed and a desk. It was tight with two people but quite doable. Very clean. Perfect for a summer visit. I enjoyed and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Outstanding stay. Very unique..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025