Best Western University Inn

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Best Western
7.4 (880 reviews)
1020 Ellis Hollow Road , Ithaca , us
+16072726100

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Old building and furniture

Categories

Cleanliness
6.56
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including outdated decor and dirty carpets, which significantly impacted the rating.
Service
8.53
Positive feedback about the staff being friendly and helpful, though some issues with bedding assistance were noted.
Location
8.57
Multiple reviews praised the good location, convenient for access to downtown and local attractions.
Room Quality
6.52
Comments on old and uncomfortable furniture, with specific mentions of issues like slugs found in a room.
Amenities
7.05
Amenities are adequate but mentioned issues with the pool area and outdated gym equipment.
Value for Money
7.51
The value is seen as fair for what was provided, but the quality of facilities could be improved.
Food and Beverage
7.06
Breakfast received mixed reviews; while some liked it, issues like unavailability of food items were reported.
Overall Experience
7.43
Overall decent stay, particularly for short visits, but significant room for improvement noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 12:47

Property Description

Convenient Location near Cornell University
Located adjacent to Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, the hotel offers a prime spot for visitors to the university.

Comfortable Rooms and Amenities
Guests can relax in rooms with cathedral ceilings, cable TV with HBO, a microwave, and a refrigerator. The outdoor pool and free WiFi add to the comfort of the stay.

Complimentary Services and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy free shuttles to the airport and Cornell University, along with free parking. Explore Six Mile Creek Vineyard and other nearby attractions easily from the hotel.

Book your stay at Best Western University Inn for a convenient and comfortable experience.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ITH

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 880 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.56
Service: 8.53
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 6.52
Amenities: 7.05
Value for Money: 7.51
Food and Beverage: 7.06
Overall Experience: 7.43
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Lorena • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Limpieza y tamaño de habitaciones

Cons:

Desayuno poco variado sin opciones gf o alergias

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Denis • couple • ca
7
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Frederick • family_with_children • us
9
Great place to explore Ithaca and its surroundings
Pros:

Great place to explore Ithaca and its surroundings. We stayed for a long weekend to explore the different waterfalls and State Parks. This hotel is small, but it offered what we needed. Plenty of parking, clean and cozy rooms, albeit a bit small. Breakfast was a plus, small but good enough, with a good variety. We loved that the dining room remained open for guests to get water and juices and to eat their take-out food at any time. The staff was super nice, and the swimming pool was a plus.

Cons:

Everything was great!

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family_with_children • us
9
Convenient to Cornell; spacious, well-appointed rooms; very quiet area; excellent free breakfast.
Pros:

Nice, large property with spacious, clean rooms. Very quiet area and excellent (free) breakfast. Comfortable beds and large bathroom. Pleasant staff.

Cons:

I always want a better comforter, but that's true of most hotels.

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Purvi • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Juan Luia • extended_group • au
1
The reception team scammed us
Cons:

During check-in, the receptionist only gave us two rooms, even though we had booked three.

The following morning, we were verbally told by reception that only two rooms had been charged. However, we later found out that we had actually been charged for all three rooms.

When we raised the issue with the hotel, they refused to refund the unused room. In my opinion, the hotel withheld important information about the booking, kept one room unused, and charged us for a service that was never provided.

In addition to this, the breakfast was very poor, the beds were uncomfortable, and there were bugs inside the rooms.

Overall, this was a very disappointing experience. I would not recommend this hotel at all.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Werner • extended_group • de
8
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Isiaka • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Keiron • couple • us
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Carsten • family_with_children • de
6
Zweckmäßiges Motel in ruhiger Lage
Pros:

Motelcharakter, ruhig gelegen, kleine Mall mit Supermarkt und Restaurants in der Nähe, Aussenpool

Cons:

Sauberkeit ging so
Klimaanlage sehr laut

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Dominic • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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ADAR • solo_traveller • il
7
Just what you can expect to get
Pros:

Huge room, clean room, big beds, good shower,

Cons:

The receptionist was a bit impatient and non cooperative. The breakfast was very basic.
The coffee was bad!

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • br
6
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Julius • extended_group • de
7
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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xian dao • family_with_children • ca
8
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Guy • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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maddalena • couple • ca
8
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Ai • couple • us
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Kazuaki • couple • us
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Priya • extended_group • in
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee