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The Dorm Hotel

Ithaca - NY · United States

518 Stewart AveView location

9.6/10Excellent675 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.6/109.6
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About The Dorm Hotel

Enjoy convenient amenities at The Dorm Hotel in Ithaca, including complimentary Wi-Fi, gift shops, and a cozy lobby fireplace. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and grab a to-go breakfast between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM (for a fee).

Luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box are also available. The 31 air-conditioned rooms feature flat-screen TVs with digital programming, complimentary Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms with showers. Safes and desks are provided, and housekeeping is daily.

The hotel, near Cornell University and Ithaca Commons, is a short drive from Ithaca College and Cayuga Lake. Free self-parking is available onsite.

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With a stay at The Dorm Hotel in Ithaca, you'll be near the airport, a 5-minute walk from Cornell University and a 3-minute drive from Ithaca College. This hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Cayuga Lake and 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from Taughannock Falls State Park.

Make yourself at home in one of the 31 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Parking height restrictions apply Noise-free rooms not guaranteed Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special 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. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 onsite parking
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • 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
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Cornell University 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Cascadilla Gorge Trail 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The History Center 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Cornell Botanic Gardens 1 km / 0.6 mi
Center Ithaca 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Ithaca Falls Natural Area 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Dewitt Park 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Ithaca Commons 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
State Theatre of Ithaca 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Schoellkopf Field 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Newman Arena 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Robert J. Kane Sports Complex 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Kitchen Theater 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Sciencenter 1.9 km / 1.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 31
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Fireplace
  • Lift access
  • Newspaper stand
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  • Shop
  • Luggage room
  • Bar
  • Meeting room
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
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  • TWIN COMFORTTWIN • COMFORTTWN.OM

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    TWIN COMFORT

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • STUDIO COMFORTSTUDIO • COMFORTSTU.OM

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    Room code: STU.OM

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    STANDARD

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXEQUADRUPLE • DELUXEQUA.DX

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    DELUXE

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE

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    Room code: QUA.DX

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  • DOUBLE COMFORTDOUBLE • COMFORTDBL.OM

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    DOUBLE COMFORT

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    Room code: DBL.OM

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUADRUPLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUA.2Q-DX

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    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: QUA.2Q-DX

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUADRUPLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUA.DX-QN

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: QUA.DX-QN

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Dorm Hotel

9.6
Excellent
675 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2026
Nancy
Very comfortable bed, well-designed room, walkable to shops, restaurants, and Cornell. Loved the self-serve wine and beer.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Ronald
I have stayed here a few times. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The rooms and facility are always clean.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2026
Sandra
I love staying at the Dorm Hotel whenever I go to Ithaca because it has unique decor, it's clean and conveniently located, the staff is always extremely nice and helpful, and the amenities in the common area makes the stay more comfortable. I highly recommend it for a fun, comfortable, and quiet stay.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jul 2026
Ahil
The ac didn't work well in our room, although it was fine in my friend's room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Michael
Very close to campus and town.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Stephen
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!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Tim
It met my needs
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Solange
Special thank you to Joanne and the rest of the Dorm Hotel staff for making my stay so memorable and enjoyable. I felt safe and at home which made my first trip to Ithaca and the country so memorable !

Hopefully I’ll be able to go back sometime soon :)
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Sahar
Having a mini fridge in the room would help a lot
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Amanda
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.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Dan
The place was updated, clean and comfortable. The theme made it a fun experience. They have a unique beer and wine tap in the common area as well.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
Nicolas
Close proximity to where I needed to be
Self
6/10
Pleasant
07 Jun 2026
RICHARD
Room very small
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Stacey
Great location and price. Super clean rooms would definitely come back.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Orly
Best location for visiting Cornell.
Friend and welcoming staff!
Simple and clean.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Leslie
I loved it and will be back! I highly recommend!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Genetie
Really nice property! Nice rooms, clean & cute! Highly recommend.
Self
8/10
Excellent
28 May 2026
Cynthia
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.
Partner
4/10
Poor
26 May 2026
Binghua
There is no cell signal around the house for AT&T customer. thus it's not possible for us to use map navigation. Besides, when we returned at 8pm late night with heavy rain and 45 Fahrenheit, there was power outage!!! It's a miserable experience with soaked shoes/clothes AND without cell and wifi and electricity......
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
Victoria
Great location. Very simple rooms with the convenience of all amenities. The Common Area lounge was welcoming, relaxing and a social environment. Looking forward to staying there again.
Family
8/10
Excellent
23 May 2026
Lavi
Great option, clean and has everything needed for a stay
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2026
ERIC
The hotel has a great location and is very clean. The beds are incredible. Staff is good too. It is not fancy though, which is the norm for Ithaca.
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Joy
Parking was a little tight which is to be expected in Ithaca. The location, staff, atmosphere and room were Wonderful!! Will totally be staying there again!
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
Susan
Fun
Self
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2026
jenny
Check-in was smooth, and they accommodated my request for a room I had previously stayed in, which I appreciated. I’ve stayed here numerous times and have always had great experiences.

This stay was lovely overall, but there was one unpleasant moment around 10:45 a.m. when housekeeping knocked and then entered the room while I was changing, despite my asking who was there. Aside from that, everything else was excellent.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Rebecca
Super clean, no frills accommodations. Parking is an issue but overall great place
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Craig
Best boutique hotel I have stayed at. Clean, comfortable, amenities were excellent. Coffee was local brew and fabulous. It will be the only place I stay in Ithaca when I return to see my daughter.
Self
4/10
Poor
03 May 2026
Alexandra
I stayed at the dorm hotel, visiting my daughter at Cornell. The first night I was there. The room had a generator outside there was no way I could sleep. I had to attend a few functions at the next day. Completely exhausted.
Thankfully, they put me in a different room the following night and I was finally able to sleep. Overall, the dorm hotel is very clean and very convenient. If I were the manager, I would have handed out a discount for another visit for how uncomfortable that first room was, but they did not. I’m not sure. I’ll stay there again, but it is very clean and we taken care of.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2026
QUEE LIM
Clean, well maintained. Close to Cornell University. Very comfortable stay.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
Benjamin
Great spot for visiting the art museum and Cornell campus. Friendly staff and an extremely comfortable and attractive building.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
Pamela
Great value
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Jennifer
Love staying at the dorm. It is right on Cornell campus with on site parking. Rooms are a bit on the small side but charming decorations and impeccably clean. Love the living room in the lobby with beer bar, cozy couches games and books. We enjoyed outside back deck and played cards and enjoyed takeout dinner out there. Staff is wonderful
Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Jennifer
It was really cozy and the staff was great!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Lisa
It’s a small, no frills place which is usuall
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2026
Valene
Perfect stay! The staff provide a warm welcome and personal touch.
8/10
Excellent
03 Apr 2026
Tara
Fun college feel atmosphere. Only issue the heat nit working but they provided a heater.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2026
Peter
Parking was easy and the concierge was very welcoming and helpful. Accommodations were spartan but very clean. Great price too, especially considering the location.
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
John
The room only had a portable heater, resulting in cold temperatures at night. Additionally, the room had an unpleasant odor.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Frances
Charming hotel and location was perfect! Our room and common areas were very clean and comfortable. Will definitely be back
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Alyssa
clean room, good size, close to campus
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Yu
Everything was great
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Mandarine
It is the second time I book the dorm hotel, it is such a cute and practical place. Easy to check-in, the staff is wonderful. Highly recommend.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2026
Yi-Hua
Room is comfy. Good walking distance to the campus
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
17 Feb 2026
Jenny
love this place and the vibe. joanne was helpful in every way as was the person that checked m
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2026
Bennett
Roo
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
John
Nice place, clean, modestly sized rooms. Great beer selection in she self serve lobby bar.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2026
Barbara
The staff was very nice and the place is adorable. We enjoyed the lobby area and the decor throughout.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2026
Eamon
Desk staff are always friendly and efficient. Rooms are always clean and beds consistently comfortable. Room 308 could use a chair as the only thing to sit on is the small desk chair. Love to stay at the Dorm Hotel!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2026
Caleb
I was very well received by the staff, who ensured my late arrival and early departure were accommodated. The hotel was clean and had all of the amenities that I needed for my stay.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Jan 2026
Maria
Such a cute place. Love the concept and price was very reasonable. Clean and comfortable with friendly staff. Unfortunately, I personally had an issue with the smell. It may not bother others but was so overwhelming and stuck in all my clothes and gave me headache. Just a note for others with sensitivity to smell.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Jan 2026
Yu
It is convenient to go Cornell university. The room is cozy and clean.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2025
Vicente
I stayed in the “Junior” room which had a microwave, kitchen sink, dinner plates etc which was super convenient. Having Ithaca Brewery-Flower Power IPA on tap was a nice surprise in the commons area.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
Jessica
Clean room and very attentive staff
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
Chandra
Great Experience!!!
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2025
David
Excellent! Small but have everything you need. Clean and convinent! Walking distance to COrnell campaus.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2025
Terrence
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.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Ryan
Staff was amazing. Room was clean.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2025
Tania
The room was very clean and the staff was very nice
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2025
alexandra
Always a pleasant stay!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
elizabeth
Super cute.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Sherri
Room was clean and nice. In fact the whole hotel was clean and nice. Staff was wonderful
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
connie
Everything was great..clean and really cute. The desk clerk actually walked us to our room which was room B1 and had its own entrance. The only thing that would of made are stay bettet would be to have microwave in our room!! 🙂
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2025
Yvonne
My stay was excellent! Glad we solved the early morning coffee issue with instant coffee available =)
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2025
Amy
Easy check in and out; clean room; enough parking
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Nov 2025
David
Excellent location near Cornell campus. Staff were great, room was clean, cozy atmosphere in common areas. Self-serve bar was an interesting feature. Rooms could use an extra armchair or sofa, so one person can sit at the desk and another person has a place to sit other than the bed.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Nov 2025
Laura
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.
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
06 Nov 2025
Charles
We did not stay. Lousy room and bath.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Irina
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
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Michael
Clean room. Exactly as advertised. Easy late check in process
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
30 Oct 2025
taesun
no good, not recommended!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Beth
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!
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2025
Michael
Small room but great value. Close to campus and very new and clean. Would stay there again
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
Cathleen
I loved everything about this property! I only gave three stars for breakfast because it is a grab-and-go situation. Breakfast is as good as it could be, and the free coffee is top notch! There are also plenty of coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
Jacqueline
The Dorm Hotel is very close to campus and it's easy to walk to the Herbert art museum, nearby gorge and botanical garden.

I loved the theme, and thought there were a lot of thoughtful choices that made it a nice place to stay. The common area on the main/reception floor has snacks for purchase, free tea/coffee, microwave, and fridge. There is also a beer/wine tap and pour set up with local beers.

I believe I was in an accessible room, so it was fairly large and had it's own fridge and 2 entrances (one to hallway, one direct to outside). Next to the bed is a control panel for the lights, blackout shade, and the option to indicate whether or not housekeeping was needed (I loved this--such a simple but convenient thing). The only downside to this room is that it was near the stairs and under the main floor, so you get the sound of people walking. It wasn't too bad, just something to note if you are a light sleeper.

If I'm in Ithaca again, I'd definitely stay here.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
Edmundo
It’s the basics, well done.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2025
Matthew
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!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Oct 2025
Benjamin
Room was clean and staff was friendly. Loud mechanical noises at night came from the walls and made it hard to sleep. Good value for the price.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2025
Jona
Parking was the most difficult part of my stay. The back lot is very difficult to maneuver and there isn’t much in front.
6/10
Pleasant
19 Oct 2025
DIane
I booked a one-night stay at The Dorm Hotel for $300 and was placed in Room 108, which is directly adjacent to the front desk. Unfortunately, my experience was far from restful. I was repeatedly woken up by ringing phones, guests checking out, and loud conversations right outside my door. To make matters worse, reception knocked just five minutes before the 11 AM checkout to remind me of the 11 AM checkout time.

When I checked out, I expressed my frustration that I hadn't been informed the room shared a wall with the front desk and was located next to the hospitality area (with coffee, tea, TV, etc.). The response I received was that the hotel is \"boutique\" and I had booked the last available room. However, it was clear that no other guests were exposed to the same level of noise and disruption.

Despite the inconvenience, I was told no refund or compensation could be offered because I had booked through a third party (Hotels.com). I believe, at the very least, a voucher for a future stay should have been offered as a gesture of goodwill.

To top it off, the front desk advised that “in the future,” I should call after booking to request not to be placed in a room next to the front desk—something that should not be the guest’s responsibility in the first place.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2025
Nicholas
Great spot while visiting Ithaca and the University. Highly walkable, clean and just what I needed.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
Jiaqi
Perfect accommodation for visiting Cornell
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Oct 2025
Debra
Clean, small hotel with ample parking when we were there. Room was comfortable (bed, sink, toilet, shower, desk with bench). No refrigerator or coffee maker in room and limited snacks for purchase in lobby. Common refrigerator in lobby for guests to use. Mattress was too soft for us and one pillow per person (we prefer more). Good location close to downtown.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Oct 2025
Mark

Budget Friendly Option

This is a budget friendly option in Downtown Ithaca. It's a convenient location, but does have some drawbacks like tight parking and small rooms. That said, it was clean and a good value compared to other hotels in the area.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
14 Oct 2025
Margaret
Floor was dirty, had to call someone for help as they don’t man the front counter unless called. Bathroom dirt would not stay shut. Shower is small and placement of shower head you can’t escape spray to see anything. Shower also leaked onto bathroom floor. Cramped and no place to sit and few surfaces to place anything on. Bed remind me of stuffed mattress, very uncomfortable. You cannot control the temperature of your room, it’s all preset. Tv does not do CC. Cleaning performed outside of main floor rooms at bedtime. Very few instructions on how to utilize amenities in main room. Just overall more of a hassle and little privacy.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2025
Mary
Great location; friendly and helpful staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2025
Jose
Staff was very helpful and kind. Absolutely enjoyed my stay and would highly recommend this to anyone!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2025
Tyler
10/10
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
DUMITRU
Very safe and convenient!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Jeff
Staff was very helpful.
Staff was also very friendly.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2025
Stephen
Quirky but fun hotel
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Kirk

Cute, Clean, and Convenient

Friendly, helpful staff. Nice amenities for a reasonbly priced hotel. Great location!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Robert

Back to School in Style

What a fun hotel! Great location and very fun vibe while visiting my daughter at Cornell.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
Stephen
LOVE IT!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
Tania
Great location for college visit
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Luis
I always stay here when in Ithaca.
Business_and_leisure Family
4/10
Poor
19 Aug 2025
Florin
The room design is not proper. No fridge or coffee maker in the room.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Valentina
Great room, very new, super clean, and fun Cornell decor. Really nice and helpful staff. I'll be back next time I'm in Ithaca!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Rueyming
Easy access to Cornell campus
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2025
Julie
I stayed two nights at The Dorm
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

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.
Business

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518 Stewart Ave, Ithaca, United States

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