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The Dorm Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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A modern living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar area with tap handles, and a chalkboard menu.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a white countertop, and a coffee machine.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a vanity with a mirror, and a TV on the wall.
A modern building with a red entrance, a wheelchair-accessible ramp, and a parking sign indicating reserved parking.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Explore the area

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518 Stewart Ave, Ithaca, NY, 14850
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ithaca Falls Natural Area
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Ithaca Commons
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Twin Room

A compact bedroom with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a wardrobe, and a window.

Comfort Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wardrobe, and a wall-mounted shelf with a red bag and a t-shirt.

Sophomore Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dresser, a door, and a small table with a chair.

Comfort Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a red-framed mirror.

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Ithaca

At The Dorm Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cornell University and Cascadilla Gorge Trail. 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. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Ithaca hotel include Ithaca College and Cayuga Lake.

What's nearby

  • Cornell University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ithaca College - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Collegetown Bagels - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Straight From The Market - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Chamo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Okenshields - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vinifera Ithaca - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Dorm Hotel

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
  • 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 self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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 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
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dorm Hotel?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorm Hotel on 12 Nov 2026 start from AU$166, 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.

Is parking available at The Dorm Hotel?

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

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.

The Dorm Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 560 out of 691 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 691 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 691 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 691 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 691 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location is great for walking around campus .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and unique place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great option, clean and has everything needed for a stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very close to campus and town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable bed, well-designed room, walkable to shops, restaurants, and Cornell. Loved the self-serve wine and beer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved the dorm feel - so cute! My room was cool, clean, and comfy!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was really cozy and the staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and price. Super clean rooms would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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This hotel is very close to Cornell campus with 5-10 minute walk distance. Room is clean but a bit small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect stay! The staff provide a warm welcome and personal touch.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great spot for visiting the art museum and Cornell campus. Friendly staff and an extremely comfortable and attractive building.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved it and will be back! I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super clean, no frills accommodations. Parking is an issue but overall great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice property! Nice rooms, clean & cute! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best location for visiting Cornell. Friend and welcoming staff! Simple and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, well maintained. Close to Cornell University. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Parking was easy and the concierge was very welcoming and helpful. Accommodations were spartan but very clean. Great price too, especially considering the location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Charming hotel and location was perfect! Our room and common areas were very clean and comfortable. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was very nice and the place is adorable. We enjoyed the lobby area and the decor throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026