Best Western University Inn

1020 Ellis Hollow Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850 United States (USA)
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2.5 Star Property
42.435710-76.461780
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  • Includes an outdoor swimming pool
  • Complimentary breakfast is offered
  • Shuttle from airport available
  • Gym / Fitness Center Available
  • Hotel has 101 rooms
  • Check out time: 12:00AM
  • Group booking rating of 7.5/10

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Local attractions

Cornell University, Finger Lakes Wineries, Ithaca College, 40 minutes to Corning Museum of Glass, Ithaca College, Stewart Park.

Verified reviews of Best Western University Inn

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"All Good"
Overall score4.0/ 5
Our stay was good, everything was fine.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-May-2025 Verified review, stayed from Thu May 01 to Mon May 05 2025 at a $160.65 average nightly rate.
3.0 out of 5. Based on 660 guest reviews

Property description

The BEST WESTERN University Inn is located just minutes from Cornell University, Ithaca College, Cayuga Lake and more. It is perfect for visiting nearby campuses, exploring Ithaca's outdoor activities or staying in town for business.Ithaca is home to many activities, attractions and adventure. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the fishing, swimming, hiking and biking around Cayuga Lake. Food lovers will enjoy Finger Lake wineries and the Ithaca Farmers' Market. Families will be able to enjoy visiting students attending school nearby, exploring Greek Peak Ski Resort & Water Park and spending the day at a NASCAR race. Other attractions just outside the BEST WESTERN University Inn also include Cayuga Lake Cruises, Hillendale Golf Course, Discovery Trail, Downtown Ithaca Commons and more.Inside this pet-friendly Ithaca hotel, guests will find 101 spacious, well-appointed guest rooms - each complete with cable satellite television with HBO® and high-speed Internet access. For guests wanting a little more, some of our rooms come complete with whirlpool tubs. Other BEST WESTERN University Inn amenities include a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast each morning, a sparkling outdoor swimming pool and on-site fitness center. Guests staying at the BEST WESTERN University Inn will also appreciate this Ithaca hotel's complimentary airport shuttle, on-site business services and a close proximity to local businesses and universities, including Cornell University Animal Hospital and Ithaca College Whalen School of Music.For a memorable vacation in Ithaca, book a stay at the BEST WESTERN University Inn today. Enjoy your stay!

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 3:00PM
Check-out: 12:00AM
Year of last renovation: 2005
Floors: 1
Rooms: 101
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 83
Rooms with disabled access: 5
Suites: 0
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1 View spaces
Event space: Holds 60 people
Dist. to food/bars: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 1.0 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: On-site
Pool Info:
Seasonal Memorial Day-Labor Day 45 x 20 Outdoor.
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual: 24 hours prior to the date of arrival Group: 1 month prior to the date of arrival
Nightly parking: 0
Typical group deposit: 1 night
Total taxes: 13.25%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 8.00%
Occupancy Tax: 5.00%
Additional Person Fee: 10.00 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Bus parking
  • Car rental
  • Central location
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

10 minutes to Tompkins County Regional Airport/complimentary shuttle 7am-11pm

Local shuttle info: 7am-11pm daily to Cornell University and Tompkins Regional Airport. Downtown Ithaca Commons on demand.

Breakfast information

Complimentary full hot breakfast, featuring sausage/eggs, make-your-own waffles, hot/cold cereals, pastries, fresh fruit, juices, c/t/d.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
$25.00 day up to one week maximum

Parking information

Free Parking! Also have bus parking available.

Internet/Wi-Fi

Free High-Speed Internet Access

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Seasonality and Projections at Best Western University Inn

Rate fluctuations of Best Western University Inn

The graph above is fluctuations of room rates for both group prices and the lowest online individual prices we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was submitted. The lowest group discount displayed is 59.1% in the month of September 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $530 in the month of October 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Best Western University Inn in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Best Western University Inn

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Best Western University Inn.

Feel free to use the Best Western University Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Ithaca event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
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5'/6
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Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
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desk
Registration desk for meetings
Meeting Room 33 x 21 x 12 693--/--------------/--60----
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Meeting Room

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
693 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
33 x 21 x 12 Ft
Floor level:
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System

FAQs about Best Western University Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Best Western University Inn have?

There are 101 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Best Western University Inn?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Best Western University Inn?

Complimentary full hot breakfast, featuring sausage/eggs, make-your-own waffles, hot/cold cereals, pastries, fresh fruit, juices, c/t/d.

What parking is available at Best Western University Inn?

Free Parking! Also have bus parking available.

How much does internet cost?

Free High-Speed Internet Access

Can I get a AAA rate at Best Western University Inn?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Best Western University Inn?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Best Western University Inn?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Best Western University Inn?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Seasonal Memorial Day-Labor Day 45 x 20 Outdoor..

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"I wish I would have known about your company before now. My son has played on a travelling hockey team for 8 years and this is the easiest way to go." S.T. - Colorado Springs, CO

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