Cayuga Blu

Hotels
7.4 (1004 reviews)
2310 N. Triphammer Road , Ithaca , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful staff
Good breakfast (often praised)
Pool and leisure amenities (games, workout room, pool toys)
Convenient location (near Cornell/Lab)
Comfortable beds / large rooms mentioned by some
Cons:
Musty/mildew/strong smells in rooms and hallways
Dated, worn rooms and fixtures (peeling, rust, old carpets)
Cleanliness issues (hallways not vacuumed, dirty carpets)
Pool sometimes closed or availability unclear
Unsecured/dark exterior entrances and occasional noisy AC
Dog-room antiseptic smell / inferior dog-room locations

Categories

Cleanliness
4.8
Multiple reviews note musty/mildew and antiseptic smells in rooms and hallways, dirty carpets and unvacuumed corridors; clear cleanliness concerns.
Service
9.2
Consistently praised staff described as exceptionally nice, friendly, helpful and willing to go out of their way to improve guests' stays.
Location
8.5
Frequently described as convenient and well-located (noted good access to Cornell/Lab), though a few mentions of dark/unsecured exterior entrances.
Room Quality
6.2
Rooms are often described as dated and worn (peeling ceramic, rust, bubbled paint), with some guests reporting large/clean rooms but others reporting poor condition and small beds or antiseptic smells in dog rooms.
Amenities
7.6
Amenities like pools, games, pool toys, workout room and books are appreciated; however, at least one guest reported the pool closed when booked.
Value for Money
7
Mixed comments: several guests call it a great value or convenient for their stay, while one guest felt the price was high given run-down aspects.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Breakfast is repeatedly praised (including standout comments about sausage); some minor comments about coffee being just OK.
Overall Experience
7.3
Overall stays are positive due to friendly staff, good breakfast and convenient location, but persistent cleanliness and dated-room issues temper the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 13:38

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Cayuga Blu, nestled in Ithaca, offers a blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy a seasonal outdoor pool, fitness center, and free parking during your stay.

Modern Comforts

Relax in air-conditioned rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee machine, and private bathroom. Free WiFi, a safety deposit box, and 24-hour front desk add to the modern comforts.

Scenic Surroundings

Explore nearby attractions like Cornell University and Jim Butterfield Stadium. Hiking enthusiasts will love the location, with Sciencenter and Connecticut Hill State Game Management Area just a short drive away.

Book your stay at Cayuga Blu for a memorable experience in Ithaca.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ITH

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1004 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.8
Service: 9.2
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 6.2
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 7.3
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Adriana • family_with_children • us
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Noe • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • us
3
Pros:

The room was cool and the beds were comfortable.

Cons:

The property is old and smells old. The bathroom walls are dirty and the entire hotel needs updating.
Also, there is no coffee in the room.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • family_with_children • us
7
I would definitely return. Great value, kind staff and great location.
Pros:

Great location, staff is kind, nice facility

Cons:

The rooms are old. Beds not the most comfortable.

No security in the back entrance to the hotel

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Xin • family_with_children • ca
9
Wonderful stay! The room was spotless, the bed was very comfortable. The location is good and convenient. I would defini
Pros:

It was good，clean and calm. The staff were friendly.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Aornanong • family_with_children • th
6
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Guo • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

The breakfasts was good 👍the location is convenient 👌

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
5
2nd floor room was dated and worn. Location and breakfast are good.
Pros:

Breakfast was great!

Cons:

The room was dated and needed maintenance. Damaged lamp shade, stains and burn marks on the armchair, shower grout badly repaired and stained. Hallway very dingy and carpet looks very dirty.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Smith • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Friendly attentive staff and location.

Cons:

Needs some updating and attention. Plus the halls, halls leading outside need cleaned more regularly.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Yan • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Smell in the halls

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • family_with_children • us
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Das • solo_traveller • in
3
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Joyce • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • us
4
Overpriced
Pros:

The staff was friendly

Cons:

It was rundown and poorly maintained. For the price of the rooms you would expect better.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Anit • family_with_children • us
3
Would not recommend
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

It wasn’t clean, Carpet was old and stinky, my kid threw up in bathroom, I requested for clean up no one showed up.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Khadijah • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Dominika • family_with_children • pl
8
It was cool
Pros:

Pools, place near to atraction places.

Cons:

Breakfast menu without vegetables

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Great location great value staff was wonderful.

Cons:

Ac didn't work on the room when we first arrived. But we told them and they switched us rooms with no issues

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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abraham • solo_traveller • il
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Kaylee • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee